Travel to Boston

-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"" lang="EN-US">If driving on a major highway during rush hour, do not be surprised to see cars driving in the breakdown lane on the shoulder. This is permitted in certain areas, at certain times, as indicated by signs along the road.

As a general rule, especially as a tourist unfamiliar with the city, alternatives are favored over driving - even when just getting in or out of the city. Boston is one of the densest major cities in the U.S. - perfect for walking, biking, or using the collection of mass transit systems known as the T. Driving can be confusing and dangerous with numerous one way streets, narrow roads, and continuous road construction. Driving conditions have improved after the completion of the infamous Big Dig (responsible for routing I-93 under the city), but it is still not recommended to those unfamiliar with the area.

Boat

MBTA ferries from Hingham, Hull, and Quincy.

Cruise ships dock at the Black Falcon Cruise Terminal, One Black Falcon Av. The MBTA Silver Line bus serves the port