South Boston
With miles of sandy swimming beaches that are now the cleanest urban beaches in the nation and the best - and most affordable - hot dogs in the city, South Boston is one of the most popular destinations for Bostonians and the region's many Southie Alums.
Start your trip at the Dorchester Heights National Historic Park (which is in Southie, not DOT) to take in the views and get an historical perspective.
Then head to the harbor and take a stroll along the HarborWalk towards fashionable M-Street beach. Be sure to keep your eyes open for the L-Street Brownies swimming on even the coldest winter days and kite surfers and fisherman as well.
To warm up - or cool off - stop in at the L-Street Tavern, South Boston's friendliest neighborhood bar, and then continue on your way to Castle Island, where you can explore Fort Independence and great views of Boston Harbor and our working port. Then enjoy a hot dog, fries and a shake (or a great clam chowder) at Sullivan's at Castle Island. Then take a walk around Pleasure Bay to work off the calories (2.1 miles) and head to the Harpoon Beer Hall to enjoy a cold, refreshing - and well earned - Harpoon beer and the best pretzels on the planet.
- Dorchester Heights National Historic Park 95 G St, South Boston, South Boston, MA, 02127, United States
- L Street Tavern 658 E 8th St, South Boston, South Boston, MA, 02127, United States
- M Street Beach Carson Beach-L And M Street Beaches, South Boston, MA 02127 USA
- Sullivan's 2080 William J Day Blvd, South Boston, South Boston, MA, 02127, United States
- Harpoon Brewery 306 Northern Ave, South Boston, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
- JFK/UMASS MBTA STATION 599 Old Colony Ave, South Boston, South Boston, MA, 02127, United States
Explore Boston’s Waterfront Neighborhoods
DAY TRIPS
Metropolitan Beaches
With 19 miles of sandy swimming beaches from Nahant to Nantasket, Boston Harbor is home to the cleanest urban beaches in the nation. And the best friend whole clams, roast beef sandwiches and hotdogs.
Boston Harbor Islands
Take a sunset cruise to Boston Light, a tour of historic Fort Warren on George’s Island, or a hike to see the spectacular view from Spectacle Island. There is plenty to do in our great island park.
North & South Shore
Celebrate Halloween in Salem with the Wiccans. Experience the Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival on America’s oldest public beach or take part in the Illumination or Endless Summer Festival in Hull.
Waterfront Parks
With more than forty miles of shoreline and an extensive Harborwalk, Boston Harbor is a great place for a walk, a run, or ride. It is also home to some terrific waterfront parks on or near the water's edge, with fabulous views of the city and the sea.
