Discover the Historic Old State House

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from anywhere in South Shore, take Route 3 North towards Boston. Merge onto I-93 North. Follow I-93 for about 12 miles, then take exit 20A towards South Station. Continue straight onto Summer Street. Turn left onto Atlantic Avenue, then turn right onto State Street. Finally, turn left onto Washington Street where you will find the Old State House at 206 Washington St, Boston, MA 02109. Parking is available nearby but may incur additional costs; expect to pay around $20-$30 for parking.

• Public Transportation (Train)

  If you prefer public transportation, you can take the MBTA commuter rail from South Shore stations to South Station in Boston. Check the schedule for exact train times. Once you arrive at South Station, exit and walk along Summer Street, then turn left onto Atlantic Avenue. Walk until you reach State Street, then take a right and finally turn left onto Washington Street. The Old State House will be on your left at 206 Washington St. The train fare varies, but expect to pay around $10-$15 one way.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  You can also take a bus from various locations in South Shore to Boston. Routes may vary, so check the MBTA website for the most appropriate route from your location. If you're starting from a bus stop, board the bus bound for Boston. Once you arrive at a central location such as South Station, follow the same walking directions as mentioned above. Bus fares typically cost around $2-$3.