Lewis Wharf, Boston

#935 among attractions in Boston

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Facts and practical information

Lewis Wharf is a showpiece of waterfront urban renewal in Boston's historic North End. The granite structures on the wharf were built as an early 19th-century shopping mall in the era before railroads when water transport was the most efficient way to move commodities to marketplaces. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'46"N, 71°2'60"W

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Lewis Wharf – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, New England Aquarium, Freedom Trail.

~1600 ftSW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
8 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...
~1600 ftSW
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
8 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...
~1190 ftS
Zoo
New England Aquarium, Boston
6 min walk • The New England Aquarium is a vibrant marine sanctuary nestled in the heart of Boston, offering an immersive experience into the underwater world. Established in 1969, this aquatic institution has grown to become one of the premier attractions in the city, drawing...
0.5 miSW
Route with historic sites and museums
Freedom Trail, Boston
13 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.
~1720 ftW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Haymarket Open-Air Market, Boston
9 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Boston, the Haymarket Open-Air Market is a vibrant and bustling hub of commerce that has been serving the city for centuries. A stone's throw from the Freedom Trail and the iconic Faneuil Hall, Haymarket is a living testament to the...
~740 ftSW
Park
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Boston
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Boston, the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway is a vibrant urban park that stands as a testament to innovative city planning and a commitment to green spaces. Spanning approximately 1.5 miles through several of the city's neighborhoods, this...
~1140 ftNW
Revolutionary War hero's famed residence
Paul Revere House, Boston
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Boston's North End, the Paul Revere House stands as a testament to the rich history of the American Revolution. This venerable structure, which was the colonial home of American patriot Paul Revere during the time of his famous midnight ride in...
~1820 ftNW
Launch point for Paul Revere's ride
Old North Church, Boston
9 min walk • The Old North Church, officially known as Christ Church in the City of Boston, is an enduring emblem of American history, nestled in the heart of Boston's North End. Built in 1723, this historic church is Boston's oldest surviving church building and a pivotal site in...
~1520 ftNW
Park
Paul Revere Mall, Boston
8 min walk • Paul Revere Mall is a corridor in Boston's North End, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts.
~1640 ftSW
Greek Revival architecture, Tower, Architecture
Custom House Tower, Boston
8 min walk • The Custom House Tower is a skyscraper in McKinley Square, in the Financial District neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The original building was constructed in 1837–47 and was designed by Ammi Burnham Young in the Greek Revival style.
~1570 ftW
Park
North End Parks, Boston
8 min walk • The North End Parks are the two northernmost parks on the Rose Kennedy Greenway, built over O'Neill Tunnel in Boston, Massachusetts and adjacent to the neighborhood known as the North End. Two landscape architecture firms designed the 3-acre North End Parks.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lewis Wharf?

Nearby attractions include Boston Sailing Center, Boston (2 min walk), Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Boston (4 min walk), Christopher Columbus Park, Boston (4 min walk), Long Wharf, Boston (5 min walk).

How to get to Lewis Wharf by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lewis Wharf:

Metro

Aquarium • Lines: Blue (7 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: Orange (11 min walk)

Light rail

Haymarket • Lines: C, E (11 min walk)
Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (14 min walk)

Bus

Federal St @ Franklin St • Lines: 504 (16 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (19 min walk)

Train

Boston North Station (18 min walk)
Boston South Station (21 min walk)