Union Square, Boston

Name: Union Square
Address: Boston, United States

#609 among attractions in Boston

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Union Square is a neighborhood in the southeastern part of Somerville, Massachusetts. It is centered on Union Square proper, which is located at the intersection of Washington Street, Webster Avenue, and Somerville Avenue. ()

Coordinates: 42°22'47"N, 71°5'47"W

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Somerville (Ward Two)Boston United States

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

Nearby attractions include: Club Passim, Lizard Lounge, CambridgeSide, Legoland Discovery Center Boston.

1.3 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Club Passim, Boston
33 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Harvard Square, Club Passim stands as a cultural beacon in Cambridge, Massachusetts, renowned for its intimate live music experiences. This legendary venue has been a staple in the Boston music scene for decades, offering audiences the chance...
1.2 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Lizard Lounge, Boston
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, part of the greater Boston area, Lizard Lounge is an intimate and eclectic venue that has become a staple in the local music and nightlife scene. This subterranean spot, located beneath the Cambridge Common restaurant, is known for...
1.3 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
CambridgeSide, Boston
35 min walk • CambridgeSide, nestled in the vibrant city of Boston, stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping center is an urban oasis for retail therapy, offering a diverse array of stores that cater to a variety of tastes...
1.4 miNE
Amusement, Game and entertainment center, Theme park
Legoland Discovery Center Boston, Boston
35 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Boston, the Legoland Discovery Center offers a vibrant adventure for families and Lego enthusiasts alike. This indoor amusement park is a haven of creativity and fun, designed to ignite the imaginations of children and the young at...
1 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Memorial, Theater
Memorial Hall, Boston
25 min walk • Memorial Hall, immediately north of Harvard Yard in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an imposing High Victorian Gothic building honoring Harvard men's sacrifices in defense of the Union during the American Civil War‍—‌"a symbol of Boston's commitment to the Unionist cause and the...
0.8 miNW
Cycling, Bike path
The Highland, Boston
22 min walk • The Highland is a historic multiunit residence at 66 Highland Avenue in Somerville, Massachusetts. The three story brick building was built in 1892 to a design by architect Samuel D. Kelley.
1.2 miS
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
MIT Museum, Boston
32 min walk • The MIT Museum, founded in 1971, is located at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It hosts collections of holography, technology-related artworks, artificial intelligence, architecture, robotics, maritime history, and the history of MIT.
1.1 miSW
Shopping, Bookshop
Grolier Poetry Bookshop, Boston
30 min walk • The Grolier Poetry Book Shop is an independent bookstore on Plympton Street near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. Although founded as a "first edition" bookstore, its focus today is solely poetry.
1.7 miNW
Cycling, Bike path
Somerville Community Path, Arlington
43 min walk • The Somerville Community Path is a paved rail trail in Somerville, Massachusetts, running 1.3 miles from Massachusetts Avenue to Lowell Street via Davis Square.
1.3 miW
Library, Shopping, Bookshop
The Harvard Coop, Boston
33 min walk • The Harvard Library is the umbrella organization for the Harvard University libraries and their shared services, such as access, preservation, digital infrastructure, digital imaging, and discovery services. The Harvard Library is nearly 400 years old, making it the oldest library system in the United States.
1 miSW
Nightlife, Restaurant
The Plough and Stars, Boston
26 min walk • The Plough and Stars is a bar and music venue in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1969 by brothers Peter and Padraig O'Malley, named after the play by Seán O'Casey.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Union Square?

Nearby attractions include United States Post Office–Newburyport Main, Boston (3 min walk), P.A.'s Lounge, Boston (4 min walk), Bow Street Historic District, Boston (4 min walk), House at 5 Prospect Hill, Boston (6 min walk).

How to get to Union Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Union Square:

Bus

Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave • Lines: 91 (2 min walk)
25 Webster Ave @ Newton St • Lines: 91 (3 min walk)

Metro

Sullivan Square • Lines: Orange (27 min walk)
Central Square • Lines: Red (27 min walk)

Train

Porter (33 min walk)