Evelyn Moakley Bridge, Boston

#151 among attractions in Boston

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The Evelyn Moakley Bridge is a bridge that connects Downtown Boston to the Seaport District. It was named for the late wife of Congressman Joe Moakley shortly after her death. At the eastern end of the bridge is the John Joseph Moakley Federal Courthouse and the Seaport Shrine. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'16"N, 71°3'5"W

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Downtown BostonBoston United States

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Evelyn Moakley Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, Freedom Trail, Downtown Crossing.

0.4 miNW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
11 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...
0.4 miNW
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
11 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...
0.4 miNW
Route with historic sites and museums
Freedom Trail, Boston
11 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.
0.5 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Downtown Crossing, Boston
12 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...
0.4 miNW
Historic site of the Boston Tea Party
Old South Meeting House, Boston
11 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.
~1080 ftSE
Museum, Children's museum, Novelty architecture
Boston Children's Museum, Boston
6 min walk • Boston Children's Museum is a children's museum in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to the education of children. Located on Children's Wharf along the Fort Point Channel, Boston Children's Museum is the second oldest children's museum in the United States.
~1300 ftS
Bridge
Summer Street Bridge, Boston
7 min walk • The Summer Street Bridge is a retractile drawbridge bridge built in 1899 in Boston, Massachusetts, over the Fort Point Channel. It still stands, but the draw was welded shut and the motors removed in 1970. It was the site of a terrible streetcar crash on the night of November 7, 1916.
0.4 miNW
Historical place, Shopping
Old Corner Bookstore, Boston
11 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.
~530 ftE
Bridge
Northern Avenue Bridge, Boston
3 min walk • The Northern Avenue Bridge, also known as the Old Northern Avenue Bridge, is a bridge that spans Fort Point Channel Boston, Massachusetts.
~1080 ftSE
Church
Our Lady of Good Voyage, Boston
6 min walk • Our Lady of Good Voyage, also known as the Seaport Shrine, is a Roman Catholic church located at 51 Seaport Boulevard in the Seaport District of Boston and in the Archdiocese of Boston. The shrine has 250 seats and holds Mass twice daily and three times on Sundays.
0.5 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Orpheum Theatre, Boston
13 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Evelyn Moakley Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Northern Avenue Bridge, Boston (3 min walk), 125 High Street, Boston (3 min walk), Gridley Street Historic District, Boston (4 min walk), Children's Wharf Park, Boston (5 min walk).

How to get to Evelyn Moakley Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Evelyn Moakley Bridge:

Metro

South Station • Lines: Red (6 min walk)
Aquarium • Lines: Blue (9 min walk)

Bus

Federal St @ Franklin St • Lines: 504 (7 min walk)
Summer St opp Melcher St • Lines: 7 (8 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (8 min walk)
Boston North Station (26 min walk)

Light rail

Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (14 min walk)
Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (15 min walk)