John Hancock Tower, Boston

Name: John Hancock Tower
Address: Copley Square, Boston, 02116, United States

#385 among attractions in Boston

Performing arts, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

200 Clarendon Street, previously John Hancock Tower and colloquially known as The Hancock, is a 62-story, 790-foot skyscraper in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston. The tower was designed by Henry N. Cobb of the firm I. M. Pei & Partners and was completed in 1976. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1976 (48 years ago)Architectural style: ModernFloors: 62Coordinates: 42°20'59"N, 71°4'23"W

Address

Copley SquareBack BayBoston 02116 United States

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Day trips

John Hancock Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Copley Place, Club Café, Trinity Church, Copley Square.

~1520 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Copley Place, Boston
8 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...
~540 ftS
Nightlife, Dancing
Club Café, Boston
3 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...
~650 ftW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Romanesque revival architecture
Trinity Church, Boston
4 min walk • Trinity Church, a cornerstone of Boston's architectural and spiritual landscape, stands as a testament to both history and craftsmanship. Nestled in the city's vibrant Back Bay area, the church is a focal point for residents and visitors alike.
~810 ftW
Square, Farmer's market
Copley Square, Boston
4 min walk • Copley Square, nestled in the heart of Boston, United States, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage. This public square is bordered by some of the most significant buildings in Boston, including the historic Trinity Church, the...
~1490 ftN
Monuments and statues
Boy and Bird Fountain, Boston
8 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Boston, the Boy and Bird Fountain offers a tranquil retreat to both locals and tourists alike. This charming sculpture, which is both a work of art and a functional fountain, is located in the city's vibrant public garden space.
~1300 ftW
Gothic church with music services
Old South Church, Boston
7 min walk • Old South Church in Boston, Massachusetts, is a historic United Church of Christ congregation first organized in 1669. Its present building was designed in the Gothic Revival style by Charles Amos Cummings and Willard T.
~1560 ftN
Monuments and statues
Small Child Fountain, Boston
8 min walk • Small Child Fountain, also known as Baby Fountain, is a fountain and sculpture by Mary E. Moore, installed in Boston's Public Garden, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts.
~1410 ftW
Library
Boston Public Library, Boston
7 min walk • The Boston Public Library is a municipal public library system in Boston, Massachusetts, United States, founded in 1848.
~910 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Church of the Covenant, Boston
5 min walk • The Church of the Covenant is a historic church at 67 Newbury Street in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. A National Historic Landmark, it was built in 1865-1867 by the Central Congregational Church, and is now affiliated with the Presbyterian Church and the United Church of Christ.
~1460 ftN
Church
First Church in Boston, Boston
8 min walk • First Church in Boston is a Unitarian Universalist Church founded in 1630 by John Winthrop's original Puritan settlement in Boston, Massachusetts.
~1430 ftW
Museum
Copley Society of Art, Boston
7 min walk • The Copley Society of art is America's oldest non-profit art association. It was founded in 1879 by the first graduating class of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts and continues to play an important role in promoting its member artists and the visual arts in Boston.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to John Hancock Tower?

Nearby attractions include YWCA Boston building, Boston (3 min walk), Trinity Church, Boston (4 min walk), Berkeley Building, Boston (4 min walk), 101 Clarendon Street, Boston (4 min walk).

How to get to John Hancock Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to John Hancock Tower:

Bus

Saint James Ave @ Clarendon St • Lines: 504, 55, 9 (3 min walk)
Boylston St @ Berkeley St • Lines: 9 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Arlington • Lines: B, C, D, E (5 min walk)
Copley • Lines: B, C, D, E (7 min walk)

Metro

Back Bay • Lines: Orange (5 min walk)
Tufts Medical Center • Lines: Orange (12 min walk)

Train

Boston Back Bay (5 min walk)
Boston South Station (24 min walk)