Do you need a car in Boston for sightseeing?

Boston's compact size means you can walk to most tourist, cultural, and entertainment destinations in less time than retrieving your car from a hotel parking lot would require - not to speak of the hassle of navigating through Boston traffic and then finding and paying dearly for parking near your destination!



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Did you know that Boston is the third most walkable large city in the US? We only trail behind New York and San Fransisco when it comes to pedestrian friendliness. Boston scored 83 out of 100 on Walk Score's walkability meter. Turns out, Boston is nicknamed “The Walking City” for good reason.

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Here are some specific safety concerns to be aware of in downtown Boston at night: Pickpockets and muggings: Pickpockets and muggings are more common in crowded areas, such as tourist attractions and public transportation. Be aware of your belongings and keep them close to you. Drunk and disorderly.

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Is downtown Boston safe? For the most part, the city center is safe, as long as you stay aware of your surroundings.

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The subway the fare is $2.50, and bus fare is $2.00 when paid in cash or using the paper Charlie Ticket. If you use a CharlieCard, the subway fare is $2.00, and the bus costs 1.50. You can get an empty CharlieCard from an MBTA Customer Service Agent at certain T stations, or online.

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Boston is certainly up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately – can also mean a high cost of traveling. The biggest challenge is affordable accommodations, as hotels are pricey in this city of expensive real estate and packed event calendars.

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Fenway-Kenmore is home to Fenway Park, Boston Red Sox's ballpark, and is known for its vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions. It is also among the safest areas to stay in Boston as it is safer than 76% of the cities in Massachusetts.

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