Parkman Plaza, Boston

Name: Parkman Plaza
Address: Boston, United States

#66 among attractions in Boston

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Facts and practical information

Parkman Plaza is a plaza in Boston Common, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'19"N, 71°3'49"W

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Beacon HillBoston United States

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Parkman Plaza – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Boston Common, Downtown Crossing, Granary Burying Ground, Opera House.

~850 ftW
Venerable park with historic cred
Boston Common, Boston
5 min walk • Boston Common, America's oldest public park, is a verdant oasis in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1634, this sprawling 50-acre park serves as a communal backyard where locals and tourists alike can enjoy a slice of nature amidst the urban landscape.
~850 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Downtown Crossing, Boston
5 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...
~900 ftNE
Historic cemetery on the Freedom Trail
Granary Burying Ground, Boston
5 min walk • The Granary Burying Ground, nestled in the heart of Boston, is one of the city's most historic cemeteries. Established in 1660, this hallowed ground is the final resting place for many notable figures of the American Revolution and the early history of the United...
~480 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Opera House, Boston
3 min walk • The Boston Opera House, also known as the Citizens Bank Opera House, is a performing arts and esports venue located at 539 Washington St. in Boston, Massachusetts. It was originally built as the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, a movie palace in the Keith-Albee chain.
~690 ftNE
Storied 19th-century venue
Park Street Church, Boston
4 min walk • Park Street Church, founded in 1804, is a historic and active evangelical Conservative Congregational church in Downtown Boston, Massachusetts. Typical attendance averages over 2,000 people across all Sunday services. Church membership records are private, but the congregation has over 1,200 members.
~740 ftW
Monuments and statues
Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Boston
4 min walk • The Soldiers and Sailors Monument on Boston Common at Boston, in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts, was erected in memory of Massachusetts soldiers and sailors who died in the American Civil War.
~590 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Boston Common Tablet, Boston
3 min walk • Boston Common Tablet is a 1913 sculpture by R. Clipston Sturgis, installed at Boston Common in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
~340 ftNE
Monuments and statues, Fountain
Brewer Fountain, Boston
2 min walk • Brewer Fountain is a 1868 bronze sculpture by Michel Joseph Napoléon Liénard. It stands near the corner of Park and Tremont Streets in Boston, Massachusetts, by Park Street Station.
~350 ftNE
Church, Greek Revival architecture
Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Boston
2 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Boston is the historic cathedral church of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. Located at 138 Tremont Street near Downtown Crossing, directly across from Boston Common and Park Street Station, the cathedral is adjacent to the diocesan offices. The acting dean of the cathedral was the Rev.
~720 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Parkman Bandstand, Boston
4 min walk • The Parkman Bandstand is a landmark bandstand located on the eastern side of the Boston Common in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
~550 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Modern Theatre, Boston
3 min walk • The Modern Theatre is a theatre on Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It first opened in 1876 as the Dobson Building designed by Levi Newcomb. It was renovated in 1914 as a movie theatre by architect Clarence Blackall; by 1980 it had fallen into neglect and dilapidation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Parkman Plaza?

Nearby attractions include Brewer Fountain, Boston (2 min walk), Great Elm, Boston (2 min walk), Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Boston (2 min walk), R. H. Stearns Building, Boston (2 min walk).

How to get to Parkman Plaza by public transport?

The nearest stations to Parkman Plaza:

Bus

Tremont St opp Temple Pl • Lines: 55 (2 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (7 min walk)

Light rail

Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (3 min walk)
Boylston • Lines: B, C, D, E (4 min walk)

Metro

Park Street • Lines: Red (3 min walk)
Downtown Crossing • Lines: Orange, Red (5 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (13 min walk)
Boston North Station (20 min walk)