State Street, Boston

Name: State Street
Address: Boston, United States

#255 among attractions in Boston

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State Street in Boston, Massachusetts, is one of the oldest streets in the city. Located in the financial district, it is the site of some historic landmarks, such as Long Wharf, the Old State House and the Boston Custom House. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'32"N, 71°3'25"W

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Downtown BostonBoston United States

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

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

~740 ftNE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
4 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...
~740 ftNE
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
4 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...
~180 ftSW
Original colonial seat and state capitol
Old State House, Boston
1 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.
~210 ftSW
Route with historic sites and museums
Freedom Trail, Boston
2 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.
~1010 ftN
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Haymarket Open-Air Market, Boston
5 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...
~590 ftNW
Multi-level concrete space for events
Boston City Hall, Boston
3 min walk • Boston City Hall stands as a prominent feature of the city's landscape, embodying both the administrative heart of Boston and a striking example of Brutalist architecture. Located in the Government Center area of downtown Boston, this building has served as the seat of...
~790 ftNW
Square
Government Center, Boston
4 min walk • Government Center in Boston, United States, stands as a central hub for both the city's civic and administrative affairs. Situated in the heart of downtown Boston, this area is home to various federal, state, and city government offices.
~800 ftSW
Historic site of the Boston Tea Party
Old South Meeting House, Boston
4 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.
~880 ftN
Monuments and statues, History museum, Museum
New England Holocaust Memorial, Boston
5 min walk • The New England Holocaust Memorial in Boston, Massachusetts, is dedicated to the Jewish people who were murdered by Nazi Germany during the Holocaust.
~410 ftN
Park
Boston National Historical Park, Boston
2 min walk • The Boston National Historical Park is an association of sites that showcase Boston's role in the American Revolution. It was designated a national park on October 1, 1974.
~860 ftNW
Square
City Hall Plaza, Boston
5 min walk • City Hall Plaza in Boston, Massachusetts, is a large, open, public space in the Government Center area of the city. The architectural firm Kallmann McKinnell & Knowles designed the plaza in 1962 to accompany Boston's new City Hall building.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to State Street?

Nearby attractions include Site of the Boston Massacre, Boston (1 min walk), 60 State Street, Boston (1 min walk), Old State House, Boston (1 min walk), Exchange Place, Boston (2 min walk).

How to get to State Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to State Street:

Metro

State • Lines: Blue, Orange (2 min walk)
Government Center • Lines: Blue (5 min walk)

Light rail

Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (4 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: C, E (6 min walk)

Bus

Federal St @ Franklin St • Lines: 504 (7 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (9 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (14 min walk)
Boston North Station (15 min walk)