Blackstone Square, Boston

Name: Blackstone Square
Address: 1539 Washington St, Boston, United States

#360 among attractions in Boston

Park, Relax in park

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Facts and practical information

Blackstone and Franklin Squares are public parks located in the South End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. ()

Elevation: 10 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°20'23"N, 71°4'25"W

Address

1539 Washington StSouth EndBoston United States

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Day trips

Blackstone Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wally's Cafe, Copley Place, Club Café, Matthews Arena.

0.4 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Wally's Cafe, Boston
12 min walk • Wally's Cafe, located in the historic city of Boston, United States, stands as an iconic landmark in the world of jazz. Founded in 1947 by Joseph L. Walcott, this intimate venue is one of the oldest family-owned and operated jazz clubs in existence.
0.6 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Copley Place, Boston
15 min walk • Copley Place, nestled in the historic heart of Boston, stands as an upscale shopping haven that caters to the discerning tastes of both locals and visitors alike. This premier shopping center, located in the vibrant Back Bay area, offers a luxurious shopping experience...
0.6 miN
Nightlife, Dancing
Club Café, Boston
16 min walk • Club Café, a staple of Boston's vibrant nightlife, has been a welcoming venue for the city's LGBTQ+ community and allies since its establishment in 1983. Nestled in the heart of Boston's historic South End, this multifaceted establishment at 209 Columbus Avenue offers...
0.6 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Matthews Arena, Boston
15 min walk • Matthews Arena, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands as a testament to the rich history of American sports. As the oldest indoor ice hockey arena still in use for the sport, Matthews Arena has been a hub of athletic activity since its opening in 1910.
0.7 miW
National Historic Landmark concert venue
Symphony Hall, Boston
17 min walk • Symphony Hall is a concert hall located at 301 Massachusetts Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts, opened in 1900. Designed by the architectural firm McKim, Mead and White, it was built for the Boston Symphony Orchestra, which continues to make the hall its home.
~1140 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston
6 min walk • The Cathedral of the Holy Cross is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston and is the largest Roman Catholic church in New England.
0.6 miNW
Modernist architecture
177 Huntington, Boston
16 min walk • 177 Huntington is a 355-foot-tall Brutalist skyscraper located in the Christian Science Center in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The building, opened in 1973, originally served as the Christian Science world headquarters. In 2012, it was leased by Beacon Capital Partners, undergoing renovations soon after.
0.7 miW
Concert hall
Jordan Hall, Boston
17 min walk • Jordan Hall is a 1,051-seat concert hall in Boston, Massachusetts, the principal performance space of the New England Conservatory. It is one block from Boston's Symphony Hall. It is the only conservatory building in the United States to be designated a National Historic Landmark.
~1560 ftN
Gay village
South End, Boston
8 min walk • The South End is a neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. It is bordered by Back Bay, Chinatown, and Roxbury. It is distinguished from other neighborhoods by its Victorian style houses and the many parks in and around the area.
~1890 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Boston Center for the Arts, Boston
10 min walk • The Boston Center for the Arts is a 501 nonprofit visual and performing arts complex in the South End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
0.4 miNE
Park, Playground
South End, Boston
11 min walk • The South End is a neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. It is bordered by Back Bay, Chinatown, and Roxbury. It is distinguished from other neighborhoods by its Victorian style houses and the many parks in and around the area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Blackstone Square?

Nearby attractions include South End District, Boston (1 min walk), Tremont Street Methodist Episcopal Church, Boston (6 min walk), Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston (6 min walk), South End, Boston (8 min walk).

How to get to Blackstone Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Blackstone Square:

Bus

88 E Newton St • Lines: Ct1 (7 min walk)
Massachusetts Ave @ Washington St • Lines: 1, Ct1 (8 min walk)

Train

Boston Back Bay (14 min walk)
Ruggles (22 min walk)

Metro

Back Bay • Lines: Orange (14 min walk)
Massachusetts Avenue • Lines: Orange (15 min walk)

Light rail

Prudential • Lines: E (15 min walk)
Symphony • Lines: E (16 min walk)