Congress Street, Boston

Name: Congress Street
Address: Boston, United States

#622 among attractions in Boston

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Congress Street in Boston, Massachusetts, is located in the Financial District and South Boston. It was first named in 1800. It was extended in 1854 as far as Atlantic Avenue, and in 1874 across Fort Point Channel into South Boston. Today's Congress Street consists of several segments of streets, previously named Atkinson's Street, Dalton Street, Gray's Alley, Leverett's Lane, Quaker Lane, and Shrimpton's Lane. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'24"N, 71°3'22"W

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Downtown BostonBoston United States

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Congress Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, Old State House, Freedom Trail.

~1390 ftN
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
7 min walk • Quincy Market is a historic marketplace in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, that has become a beloved landmark and a bustling hub for locals and tourists alike. Located in the city's downtown area, Quincy Market consists of a main building, Faneuil Hall, flanked by...
~1390 ftN
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
7 min walk • Faneuil Hall, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands not only as a bustling shopping center but also as a site steeped in history. Known as "The Cradle of Liberty," it was built in 1742 and has been an integral part of Boston's social and political life...
~870 ftNW
Original colonial seat and state capitol
Old State House, Boston
5 min walk • The Old State House stands as a testament to the rich history of Boston, United States. This Georgian-style building, constructed in 1713, is one of the oldest public buildings in the country and has played a crucial role in the American Revolution.
~740 ftNW
Route with historic sites and museums
Freedom Trail, Boston
4 min walk • The Freedom Trail in Boston is a 2.5-mile-long path through downtown that passes by 16 locations significant to the history of the United States. Marked largely with brick, it winds from Boston Common to the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown.
~1230 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Downtown Crossing, Boston
6 min walk • Downtown Crossing is a bustling shopping district nestled in the heart of Boston, United States. Known for its vibrant pedestrian-only streets and a diverse array of retail options, this urban center attracts locals and tourists alike, eager to experience Boston's...
~620 ftW
Historic site of the Boston Tea Party
Old South Meeting House, Boston
3 min walk • The Old South Meeting House is a historic Congregational church building located at the corner of Milk and Washington Streets in the Downtown Crossing area of Boston, Massachusetts, built in 1729.
~730 ftW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Irish Famine Memorial, Boston
4 min walk • The Boston Irish Famine Memorial is a memorial park located on a plaza between Washington Street and School Street in Boston, Massachusetts.
~690 ftNW
Historical place, Shopping
Old Corner Bookstore, Boston
4 min walk • The Old Corner Bookstore is a historic commercial building located at 283 Washington Street at the corner of School Street in the historic core of Boston, Massachusetts.
~1240 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Orpheum Theatre, Boston
7 min walk • The Orpheum Theatre is a music venue located at 1 Hamilton Place in Boston, Massachusetts. One of the oldest theaters in the United States, it was built in 1852 and was originally known as the Boston Music Hall, the original home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
~890 ftSW
Church
St. Anthony Shrine, Boston
5 min walk • St. Anthony's Shrine, the “Church on Arch Street,” is a center for Roman Catholic ministry in Boston, Massachusetts directed by the Franciscan friars of Holy Name Province.
~310 ftNW
Square
Post Office Square, Boston
2 min walk • Post Office Square in Boston, Massachusetts is a square located in the financial district at the intersection of Milk, Congress, Pearl and Water Streets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Congress Street?

Nearby attractions include Federal Street, Boston (1 min walk), Post Office Square, Boston (2 min walk), One Post Office Square, Boston (2 min walk), 100 Federal Street, Boston (3 min walk).

How to get to Congress Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Congress Street:

Bus

Federal St @ Franklin St • Lines: 504 (3 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (6 min walk)

Metro

State • Lines: Blue, Orange (4 min walk)
Downtown Crossing • Lines: Orange, Red (6 min walk)

Light rail

Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (8 min walk)
Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (9 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (9 min walk)
Boston North Station (19 min walk)