Car
Driving in Boston isn’t easy owing to the large amount of construction work taking place. As there are many streets with identical names, a map is essential. There are major car parks at Government Center and Quincy Market amongst others plus smaller car parks scattered downtown, especially in the Theater District.
MTBA
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority subway is known as 'T'. It serves most of the city and Cambridge, and with several lines even running to the suburbs. It’s a very cheap way to travel. The routes are identified by different colored lines. Green Line trains are also called streetcars or trolleys.
Bus
Buses cross the metropolitan area and travel farther into the suburbs than subway or trolley lines. Most buses collect fares as you board. When traveling on more than one route a free transfer is often available. Bikes are only allowed on the Crosstown (CT).
Trolleys
Trolleys connect from the terminal points of the subway lines to the suburbs. Some routes run through the city. Departure times are less frequent than on the T.
Taxi
Taxis are plentiful, but can be expensive. They can be easily hailed on the street and are available around the clock. Taxis line up in Harvard Square, around South Station, near Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and in the Theater District. All taxis are metered.
Boat
The shuttle boat departs from Rowe's Wharf to Logan Airport
and from Long Wharf to Hingham. It provides a quick way to
travel in and out of the city. During peak hours the boats
depart every fifteen minutes but at other times for a few
dollars it gives you a nice view of Boston Harbour.
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