The Boston Massacre Site: A Glimpse into Revolutionary History

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the South End, the easiest way to reach the Boston Massacre Site is by walking. Start by heading north on Tremont Street. Continue straight onto Washington Street. After about 0.5 miles, turn right onto State Street. The Boston Massacre Site is located at the corner of State and Congress Streets. It should take approximately 15 to 20 minutes depending on your walking pace.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  From South End, you can take the #43 bus towards Haymarket. Board the bus at the nearest bus stop on Washington Street. After about 10 minutes, get off at the Government Center stop. From there, you can walk to the Boston Massacre Site in about 5 minutes by heading down Court Street, then turning left onto State Street until you reach the corner of State and Congress Streets. The bus fare is $1.70, payable via the CharlieCard or CharlieTicket.

• Public Transportation - Subway

  Another option is to take the subway. Walk to the nearest 'Orange Line' station (either Back Bay or Tufts Medical Center). Take the Orange Line train towards North Station and get off at Haymarket Station. From Haymarket, exit the station and walk southeast on Congress Street until you reach the Boston Massacre Site at the corner of State and Congress Streets. The subway fare is $2.40, payable with a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket.