About the City
 Boston, first
incorporated as a town in 1630, and as a city in 1822, is one of America's
oldest cities, with a rich economic and social history. What began as a
homesteading community eventually evolved into a center for social and
political change. Boston has since become the economic and cultural hub of New
England.
As the region's hub, Boston is home to nearly 590,000 residents, many
institutions of higher education, some of the world’s finest inpatient
hospitals, and numerous cultural and professional sports organizations.
Boston-based jobs, primarily within the finance, health care, educational, and
service areas, numbered nearly 660,000 in 2002. Millions of people visit Boston
to take in its historic neighborhoods, attend cultural or sporting events, and
conduct business.
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Airport(s)
Boston - Logan International Airport
Logan International Airport (BOS) is located in East Boston, serving the city
and, for international flights, the greater New England area. America's sixth
busiest airport, Boston Logan Airport handles domestic flights and
international connections to and from Europe, the Pacific Rim and Latin
America.
Boston Logan Airport has five terminals, with airport transit facilities and
parking. The airport's longer-term plans include a new runway to reduce flight
delays.
Boston Logan Airport is served by eight major car rental firms. Connected to
the airport terminals by frequent free shuttle buses, the car rental companies
have booths located in the arrivals hall in Terminal A.
Boston Logan Airport operates short-term 'Central', valet and disabled
passenger parking. Long-term, or 'Satellite', parking is located off the
airport and this is connected by a free shuttle bus to all the terminals.
Directions: Logan International Airport and Route 1A
South: Follow the signs towards I-90 West - Ted Williams Tunnel. Take the Ted
Williams Tunnel to Exit 25. At the top of the ramp proceed straight onto B
Street. Follow B Street to the end and take a right onto Seaport
Boulevard. The Seaport Boulevard entrance to the Seaport Garage will be
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Transportation
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Ground Transportation/Taxi
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Boston taxis are available at Logan terminals 24 hours a day and service to all
of New England. All areas within a 12-mile radius of downtown Boston are
charged a metered rate.
| Meter Rates |
| Starting meter: |
$2.25 |
| Each additional 1/8 mile: |
$.30 |
| Waiting time/hour: |
$24.00 |
| Flat rate/mile: |
$2.60 |
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| Logan Add On (pass-through) |
| Trips to Logan: |
$2.25 |
| Trips from Logan: |
$6.50 |
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Water Transportation
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Seaport Express
The Seaport Express provides water shuttle service between the Seaport World
Trade Center and Central Wharf (at the New England Aquarium, near the MBTA Blue
Line Aquarium Stop). Daily scheduled service is $1.50 each way, and MBTA Combo
Plus and Higher passes are accepted as fare for the scheduled service.
City Water Taxi
Destinations include: Logan Airport, Moakley Federal Courthouse, World Trade
Center Complex, Bank of America Pavilion, Black Falcon Terminal, Long Wharf,
Burrough's Wharf in the Historic North End, North Station's Lovejoy Wharf, Fan
Pier/Moakley Courthouse, Marginal Street/East Boston, and Charlestown Navy Yard
(Pier 4).Pick-up and drop-off for 255 State Street behind the Marriott. To
request a pick up, call City Water Taxi at (617) 422-0392, or call on the two
way radio located at the dock.
Rowes Wharf Water Taxi
Available year round, destinations include: Logan Airport, Rowes Wharf, Moakley
Federal Courthouse, World Trade Center Complex, Bank of America Pavilion, Black
Falcon Terminal, Central Wharf (Aquarium), North End, and Charlestown Navy
Yard. To request a pick up, call Rowes Wharf Water Transport at
617.406.8584 or call when you get to the dock. |
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Hotel Information
CONFERENCE HOTEL: SEAPORT HOTEL and SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTER BOSTON
Boston, MA 02210
1-877-SEAPORT (1-877-732-7678)
Business Center at the Seaport Hotel
One Seaport Lane
Boston, MA 02210
T: (617) 385-4553
F: (617) 385-4526
Services:
24-hour business services (delivery, fax, photocopying, etc.)
General office services (photocopies, supplies, transparencies, faxing)
Audiovisual equipment
Computers available for meeting space and hotel rooms
Conference Space (conference room, private office, computer stations)
Printers available
Secretarial/Typing services
Additional Services (lamination, business cards, tent cards, binding, etc.)
Wired or wireless, high speed e-mail and Internet access in meeting rooms
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 8 AM - 5 PM & Saturday – Sunday with advanced
notice.
Special Requests:
Contact the Concierge at (617) 385-4500.
Presentation Supplies
Supplies can either be borrowed from the Concierge or the Concierge can arrange
for your business projects to be handled by FedEx Kinko's.
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Restaurants
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Seaport Restaurant
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AURA RESTAURANT CHEF: JOHN MERRILL
AAA Award - for providing excellent service, exceptional fine cuisine and an
elegant dining atmosphere
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MON - FRI |
SAT |
SUN |
| Breakfast |
6:30am - 11:30am |
7:00am - 12:00pm |
7:00am - 1:00pm |
| Lunch |
11:30am - 2:30pm |
Available in Lounge |
Available in Lounge |
| Dinner |
6:00pm - 10:00pm |
6:00pm - 10:00pm |
Closed |
Aura Lounge Hours:
SUN - THURS: 11:30am - 12:30am
FRI & SAT: 11:30am - 1:30am
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Area Restaurants
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FRENCH
L'Espalier ($$$) 30 Gloucester St. 671-262-3023
A chic and modern restaurant featuring inventive New England-French cuisine
based on local ingredients. Enjoy their unique 3-course or 7-course prix fixed
menus. This is the perfect place for a special occasion. Located just 3 blocks
away from the hotel.
SEAFOOD
Turner Fisheries ($$) Westin Copley Hotel 617-424-7425
Enjoy fresh fish in a quiet upscale atmosphere. Turner's has a great raw bar
and one of the best bowls of clam chowder in Boston. About a 10 minute indoor
walk from the hotel.
PERSIAN
LaLa Rohk ($$$) 97 Mt. Vernon St. 617-720-5511
This upscale Persian restaurant located in Beacon Hill has received national
press for its antiques and tapestries from as far back as the 4th century. The
extremely helpful staff loves to educate you on the food and totally different
taste sensations will take you to another country.
NEW AMERICAN / FUSION
Aujourd'Hui ($$$) Four Seasons Hotel 200 Boylston St. 617-351-2071
This very elegant and sublime restaurant is a beautiful experience, Boston
number 1 for food, décor and service with a wonderful view of the Public
Garden.
ITALIAN
Davio's ($$$) 75 Arlington St. 617-357-4810
Gourmet Italian cuisine in an elegant setting. Davio's offers regional Italian
dishes ranging from rosemary-crusted pork loin with black truffle risotto to
asparagus tortellini, to grilled sirloin steak with garlic-laced spinach and
crispy fried shallots in a Barolo wine sauce. Located 8 blocks away from the
hotel.
A FEW STANDARD FAVORITES
MORTONS OF CHICAGO ($$$) 1 Exeter Plaza, 617-266-5858
You don't have to travel to the "Windy City" anymore to enjoy Morton’s
ultra thick steaks. Great seafood and huge side portions will quench any
appetite. Located just 3 blocks from the hotel.
THE PALM ($$$) Westin Hotel 617-867-9292
The place to see and be seen. The Palm has a no fuss approach to great food in
a casual setting. Know for top-quality, prime aged steaks, Maine lobster and an
ample selection of veal, seafood and pasta dishes. The walls are covered with
more than 300 caricatures of local VIP's and national celebrities. Just a 10
minute walk indoors from the hotel.
MCCORMICKS & SCHMICKS ($$) 34 Columbus Ave. 617-482-3999
Recognized coast to coast for its fresh seafood and lively atmosphere, offers
traditional white tablecloth dining in a distinctive atmosphere. The menu
showcases fresh seafood with a Pacific Northwestern flavor, including Alaska
King Salmon, Oregon Petrale Sole and Dungeness Crab, along with East coast
favorites like Mass scrod, Maine Lobster and Chesapeake Bay blue crab. Located
about 1 mile from the hotel.
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Seaport Hotel: Health Club and Spa Services
Features:
50' pool with panoramic views, skylights and underwater music
17-station strength training circuit free weights, benches and stretching area
Stairmasters, lifecycles, treadmills, rowing machines and elliptical cross
trainers
Complete skincare services
Spacious locker rooms with saunas and swimsuit dryers
Towel, robe and locker service with complete shower amenities and personal care
provisions
| Health Club: |
(617) 385-4540 |
| Health Club Manager: |
(617) 385-4515 |
| Massages: |
(617) 385-4540 |
| Skincare: |
(617) 359-8602 |
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Golf (Near by)
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Granite Links Golf Club
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(Seaport Hotel Guests receive 20% off green fees)
Conveniently located 7 miles from Boston
Named Top Ten Best New Upscale Courses in the Country for 2004 by Golf Digest
To reserve a tee time, please call (617) 689-1900 ext 105.
Visit the Granite
Links Golf Club website for more information.
Granite Links Golf Club
100 Quarry Hills Drive
Quincy, MA 02169
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| Presidents Golf Course |
Approximately 10 miles from Boston
18 holes, 6000 yards
Par for course: 70
Greens fees: may vary; contact course for details.
Rentals, lessons, driving range and putting green
(617) 328-3444
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| Putterham Meadows Golf Club |
Approximately 10 miles from Boston
18 holes, 6500 yards
Par for course: 72
Greens fees: may vary; contact course for details
Rentals, lessons and driving range
(617) 730-2079
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Local Highlights
Seaport District Attractions
Black Falcon Cruise Terminal
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Boston Fire Museum
Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum
Castle Island
Children’s Museum
Harpoon Brewery
John Joseph Moakley US Courthouse
Spirit of Boston
Museums
Institute of Contemporary Art
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
JFK Library & Museum
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Museum of Science
New England Aquarium
The Arts
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Colonial Theater
FleetBoston Pavilion
Wang Center for the Performing Arts
Shopping
Charles Street in Beacon Hill
Copley Place
Newbury Street in Back Bay
Quincy Market
Shops at the Prudential
Day Trips
Cape Cod
Minuteman National Park
Newport, Rhode Island
Old Sturbridge Village
The Berkshires
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Sightseeing Tours
Boston Duck Tours
Old Town Trolley Tours
Sports Teams & Events
Boston Bruins
Boston Celtics
Boston Marathon
Boston Red Sox
Head of the Charles® Regatta
New England Patriots
Sports & Recreation Options
Wave Health & Fitness
Boston Harbor Islands
Golf Day Trips
Jogging & Bike Paths
Racquet Sports
Sailing on the Charles River
Skiing Day Trips
Historical Attractions
Boston Common & Public Garden
Boston Public Library
Bunker Hill Monument
Faneuil Hall
Harvard University in Cambridge
Massachusetts State House
North End
Old North Church
Old State House
Paul Revere House
The Freedom Trail
Trinity Church
USS Constitution
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Top 10 Things to do in Boston, MA
- Tour the City on the Old Town Trolley
617-269-7010, www.historictours.com/boston
- Walk the Freedom Trail
617-357-8300, www.thefreedomtrail.org/home.htm
- Relax in the Public Gardens
Arlington & Boylston, 617-522-1966
- Visit the New England Aquarium
Central Wharf, 617-973-5200, www.neaq.org
- Quincy Market & Faneuil Hall, Market Building
617-523-1300, www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com
- View the city from the Prudential Center
800 Boylston Street, 617-236-3318
- Shop on Newbury Street
www.newbury-st.com
- Visit Trinity Church
206 Clarendon Street, 617-536-0944, www.trinityboston.org
- Use the "City Pass" for six museums and attractions
888-330-5008, www.citypass.net
- Stroll along the Charles River and Esplanade,
Storrow Drive, 617 727-1188 x 445, www.state.ma.us/mdc/charlesr.htm
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IPED's Picks
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Go sightseeing on a Boston Duck Tour
Rent a private yacht
Tour Harvard University and MIT
Catch a game at Fenway Park
Shop for fashions on Newbury Street
See a play in the Theater District
Walk the historic Freedom Trail
Enjoy a whale watching expedition
Shop for antiques on Charles Street
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