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Skywalk Observatory, Boston

#18 among attractions in Boston

Tower, Observation decks and towers, View point
Skywalk Observatory

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Completed: 1964 (60 years ago)Floors: 52Coordinates: 42°20'50"N, 71°4'57"W
Address

800 Boylston StBack BayBoston 02199 United States

Contact
+1 617-859-0648
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Day trips

Skywalk Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Newbury Street, Copley Place, Newbury Comics, Copley Square.

  • newbury street boston~810 ftNW
  • copley place boston~1350 ftE
  • newbury comics boston~1250 ftW
  • copley square boston0.4 miNE
  • the shops at prudential center boston~440 ftN
  • old south church boston~1650 ftNE
  • the first church of christ boston~1240 ftSW
  • commonwealth avenue mall boston~1990 ftNE
  • boston public library~1370 ftNE
  • copley society of art boston location map
    ~1640 ftNE
  • symphony hall boston~1840 ftSW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Skywalk Observatory open?

Skywalk Observatory is open:
  • Monday 10 am - 10 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am - 10 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 10 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 10 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 10 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Skywalk Observatory?

Nearby attractions include 111 Huntington Avenue, Boston (3 min walk), Boylston Street, Boston (3 min walk), Hynes Convention Center, Boston (4 min walk), Prudential Tunnel, Boston (4 min walk).

How to get to Skywalk Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Skywalk Observatory:

Bus
  • Belvidere St @ Huntington Ave • Lines: 55 (4 min walk)
  • Dalton St @ Boylston St • Lines: 55 (4 min walk)

Light rail
  • Prudential • Lines: E (4 min walk)
  • Hynes Convention Center • Lines: B, C, D (7 min walk)

Train
  • Boston Back Bay (10 min walk)
  • Ruggles (21 min walk)

Metro
  • Back Bay • Lines: Orange (11 min walk)
  • Massachusetts Avenue • Lines: Orange (12 min walk)

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