JOHN B. HYNES VETERANS MEMORIAL CONVENTION CENTER The Beacon your guide to a remarkable boston experience Boston Dining Activities & Attractions Boston Neighborhoods
Welcome to the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center Boston s Finest Dining THE RESTAURANTS OF COLUMBUS HOSPITALITY GROUP South End 617.867.9300 MistralBistro.com Theatre District 617.778.6841 TeatroBoston.com Cold Smoked King Salmon Tartare Complimentary car service available, inquire for details. Copley Square 617.412.4600 SorellinaBoston.com Welcome to the Hynes and historic Boston, America s premier convention city. We can t wait to show you what sets us apart as a leading destination for meetings and conventions. Along with the most technologically advanced facilities in the world, we are proud to provide you with our unparalleled Signature Boston customer service and deliver experiences beyond your expectations. In fact, our extraordinary service is internationally recognized the Hynes Convention Center has earned Gold Standard certification from the International Association of Congress Centres (AIPC), the highest certification a convention center can receive. The Hynes location in the heart of Boston s Back Bay is also a winner. While you re here, you are surrounded by some of the city s best restaurants, cultural attractions, and entertainment no shuttles needed; it s all accessible right from our doorstep. We don t want you to miss a thing during your visit, and that s why we ve created The Hynes Beacon, your user guide to the Hynes complex and beyond. Inside, you will find information to make navigating the Hynes simple. In addition, we offer suggestions on nearby businesses, restaurants, cultural attractions, and more all within walking distance. It also includes tips on what to do in and around the Back Bay neighborhood to make your Boston experience unique and fun. On behalf of the entire Signature Boston team, thank you for visiting the award-winning Hynes Convention Center. We are thrilled you are here today and guarantee you will have an extraordinary event and visit to Boston. Beacon Hill 617.670.2515 MoooRestaurant.com Back Bay 617.421.1200 OstraBoston.com ColumbusHospitalityGroup.com Maureen Shea Baker General Manager Massachusetts Convention Center Authority 1
THE HYNES Beacon Summer/Fall 2016 EXPERIENCE BOSTON S Most Popular Tour! Tours depart 7 days a week from the Museum of Science, and New England Aquarium. $ 3.00 OFF * per person when you show this coupon at any Boston Duck Tour ticket booth! BDT Code: C-BEACON er Expires 12/18/16 For tickets visit www.bostonducktours.com, call 617-450 0068 or visit your hotel concierge! Available in 10 languages from The Hynes Beacon is published by the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority. 415 Summer Street Boston, MA 02210 617-954-2000 SignatureBoston.com General Manager Maureen Shea Baker Director of Guest & Exhibitor Services Kristen O Malley Guest Services Manager Caitlin Potolicchio Production & Design Vice President of Convention Center Marketing Caryn Izhar Director of Advertising & Sponsorship Stephanie Shalkoski Advertising Sales Jessica Flaherty Graphic Design Rose Phan The publishers have made every attempt to present accurate information in The Hynes Beacon, but are not responsible for errors or omissions. When utilizing facilities or vendors outside the Hynes, please call ahead to verify information. Copyright 2016, Massachusetts Convention Center Authority. All rights reserved. What s Inside Getting around the Hynes 4 Hospitality at Your Service 5 About the Hynes 6 Your Mobile Workplace 6 Take a Break 8 Where to Eat at the Hynes 9 Vital Information 9 Hynes Building Map 11 Getting Here from There 14 Public Transit 15 Logan International Airport 16 Wheels around Town 18 More Transit Options 19 America s Walking City 19 Public Transit Map 20 Boston Dining 22 Listings 23 Area Map 26 Activities & Attractions 28 Listings 29 Boston Neighborhoods 30 Printed with earth-friendly soy inks. Ten percent of the energy used to 2 manufacture this book comes from wind and other renewable sources. 3
Getting around the Hynes Getting around the Hynes Welcome! The Beacon is your personal tour guide to help you explore the Hynes Convention Center and surrounding Back Bay area. Throughout this guide you will find maps, helpful tips, and even things to do when the day is done. The Beacon gets you where you need to be, quickly and easily, to make sure your visit is an enjoyable one. Hospitality at Your Service guest services ambassadors When you arrive at the Hynes, you will immediately notice our welcoming staff of Guest Services Ambassadors. They are easily identified by their red blazers and are strategically stationed throughout the facility. While they are there to assist you with questions about the Hynes and can easily aid you in finding your meeting room or other destination, they are also ambassadors in the truest sense of the word. Most of the staff have lived in the Boston area their entire lives, and are thrilled to assist you with restaurant recommendations or places to visit outside of the Hynes. Everyone on the Hynes staff loves interacting with our guests, so if you have a question, don t be shy! They are there to help. public safety officers PUBLIC SAFETY Our Public Safety Officers provide a friendly sense of security, keeping our clients and guests safe and comfortable throughout their event. While we hope that you never need it, all of our Public Safety Officers are CPR certified and highly trained to handle any emergency, giving you peace of mind that our guests are always well taken care of. transportation agents Our enthusiastic Transportation Agents are happy to assist you with locating a shuttle bus, letting you know of any delays, or suggesting the best way to find local restaurants, attractions or activities. They know the city like the back of their hands and want to help you get to where you need to be. Look for our Transportation Agents where your shuttle buses are located. 4 5
Getting around the Hynes About the Hynes The Hynes became Boston s first major exposition venue when it opened in 1965. It was appropriately named after Boston Mayor John B. Hynes, who held office during the building of the New Boston, which transformed Boston into a vibrant, forward-looking metropolis that continued to expand even after he left office. The Hynes Convention Center is part of a complex where you can meet, sleep and play under one roof! With three great hotel properties and two upscale shopping destinations connected to the Hynes, this five blocks long and two blocks wide complex is like being in a city within a city. And it s all set in the heart of Boston s historic Back Bay neighborhood! Within the complex, it doesn t matter what s happening outside because two sky bridges connect you to all of its amenities! You will stay dry, warm, or cool (depending upon our New England weather!) without taking a step outdoors. And many of our Hynes meeting rooms offer dramatic views of Boston s Back Bay. The remarkable amenities at the Hynes are matched by extraordinary functionality. Visitors have everything they need at their fingertips. It s no surprise that the Hynes Convention Center has earned Gold Standard certification from the International Association of Congress Centres (AIPC), the highest certification a convention center can receive. Your Mobile Workplace Business doesn t stop when you re not in the office. The Hynes is on the cutting-edge of technology, delivering the most advanced services of any convention facility in the world. your office nook at the hynes Throughout the Hynes you will find many areas where you can get together with colleagues, prepare for your presentation, catch up on your emails, or simply take a break and recharge both yourself AND your electronic devices! These public workspaces have permanent seating with charging outlets. Please see our floor plans for workspace locations on each level. free wi-fi Free Wi-Fi is available 24/7 throughout our entire facility, from meeting rooms to loading docks. We don t just provide a signal to your mobile device, we provide the appropriate bandwidth so you can work at the speed you need. A recently completed $1.4M upgrade features the latest generation in Wi-Fi solutions designed exclusively for this building. As part of the upgrade, the number of access points was increased from 60 to 268! To access the Hynes free Wi-Fi, simply open your wireless network connection on any device and click on Hynes Wireless Network. charging stations Phone battery running low? Visit one of our convenient charging stations that have USB connections and plenty of power. Check out the maps on pages 11-13 for locations on every level. phone The Hynes cell phone coverage extends throughout the entire facility. No need to step out of your meeting to try to find good reception; you will find a great connection anywhere in the Hynes. In the event that you do not have your phone, feel free to pick up one of our black house phones to make complimentary local and toll-free calls. Just dial 9 to get an outside line. business center A full-service FedEx Office is located on the Plaza Level off the Main Lobby. You can make copies, print directly from your tablet or smart phone, purchase office supplies, ship a package, and even create and print posters and banners on the spot. The hours vary according to event schedules. For personal assistance, please call 617-954-2725. 6 7
Getting around the Hynes Take a Break If you find yourself with a break in your schedule, here are a few ideas for some quick time-outs: i needa cuppa joe! To satisfy your coffee cravings, the Hynes features Outtakes Express, located right inside the Hynes during most events. There you can find fresh brewed New England Coffee and espresso as well as quick snacks. take a stroll You can walk out the front door of the Hynes and explore all the Back Bay has to offer, all within a short 30-minute timeframe. Want to window shop? Stroll along Newbury Street. Want to enjoy the open space and flowers in bloom? Head east on Boylston Street to the Public Garden. smoking area While smoking is prohibited within the Hynes there are designated areas to go to for a cigarette break. For your convenience, please utilize the covered plaza on Boylston Street. spark your creativity The Hynes is proud to offer a rotating schedule of contemporary art exhibitions located on the Plaza Level, featuring gifted Massachusetts artists. View the work of established professionals alongside budding talents and refresh your creativity between meetings. Learn more at massconvention. com/art. infant care For a bit of privacy while nursing or feeding your infant, please ask a Guest Services Ambassador if your event has a designated parent s room. Changing facilities are located in designated restrooms. See map for locations. accessibility The Hynes is ADA friendly with elevator access to all levels. A limited number of wheelchairs are available free-of-charge through Public Safety. Please ask a Guest Services Ambassador or call Public Safety at 617-954-2111 for mobility assistance. Vital Information atms Hynes Convention Center Citizens Bank: Lower Level Boylston Street Entrance Bank of America: Back Bay Arcade Capital One: Prudential Arcade Citizens Bank: Back Bay Arcade First Republic: Newbury Arcade Santander: Belvidere Arcade emergency/first aid 617-954-2111 or Dial x2111 from any house phone fedex office business center Plaza Level: Main Lobby 617-954-2725 Where to Eat at the Hynes At the Hynes, delicious food is always right around the corner. Levy Restaurants, the Hynes s award-winning culinary partner, takes great pride in the quality and selection of the food they offer. Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a tasty lunch, you have great choices at the Hynes. Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and nut-free options are also available. For a memorable Boston dining experience, check out pages 22-27. hynes executive offices Lower Level: Boylston Street Entrance 617-954-2000 lost & found 617-954-2111 public safety stations Lower Level: Boylston Street Entrance Plaza Level: South Lobby Entrance 617-954-2111 transportation desk Location varies by event 617-954-2000 to be transferred wireless internet technical assistance 617-954-2999 8 9
Getting around the Hynes Industry Leading Green Practices Complimentary Wi-Fi Throughout The Building To Shops & Hotels Entrance W PLAZA LEVEL (level one) 1,000 TONS The BCEC and Hynes annually recycle over 1,000 combined tons of material including cardboard, plastic, paper, glass and food waste. M South Lobby Exhibit Hall A W M M W Exhibit Hall B Main Lobby In 2015 we sent 526,000 lbs. of food waste to local farms to be composted into fertilizer. Towne Stove & Spirits Restaurant M W Rooms 107-108 Rooms 109-110 Room 101-105 Boylston Street Hallway Room 111 M W The Capital Grille Restaurant Event planners and exhibitors are encouraged to recycle through our Conventions C.A.R.E program, in which unused, clean, non-perishable items are collected at the end of an event and donated to local community organizations. Towne Stove & Spirits Restaurant Lobby Hynes Executive Offices LOWER LEVEL (street) The Capital Grille Restaurant Boylston Street Entrance Our power consumption is minimized through sensorcontrolled, high-efficiency lighting, automatically cutting energy use in non-occupied spaces. Airport Shuttle Drop-Off Taxi Stand Boylston Street You can help too use our spring water coolers for a quick thirst-quencher or to refill your own reusable bottle. Exhibition Hall Meeting Room Lobby & Public Use Food Services Seating ATM Charging Station Defibrillators Elevators Escalators First Aid Food Infant Changing Station Public Safety Restrooms Telephone 11
Getting around the Hynes W South Lobby M Veterans Memorial Auditorium Room 200 W South Lobby M Auditorium Balcony Seating Veterans Memorial Auditorium (Below) M W M W Suite 300 M W Sheraton Level 3 Entrances W M M W Exhibit Hall C Exhibit Hall D Room 207 Room 208 Room 209 Room 201-205 W M Boylston Street Hallway Stairs up to Level 3 Ballroom C Ballroom B Exhibit Hall D (Below) Ballroom A Rooms 310-311 Rooms 302 304 306 Rooms 308-309 301 303 305 307 W M Boylston Street Hallway Stairs down to Level 2 Room 210 Room 206 Rooms 312-313 LEVEL TWO Exhibition Hall Meeting Room Charging Station Defibrillators Elevators Lobby & Public Use Food Services Seating Escalators Food Infant Changing Station Restrooms Complimentary Wi-Fi Throughout The Building LEVEL THREE Exhibition Hall Meeting Room Lobby & Public Use Food Services Seating Charging Station Defibrillators Elevators Escalators Infant Changing Station Restrooms Complimentary Wi-Fi Throughout The Building 12 13
Getting Here from There Getting Here from There The Hynes is conveniently located just minutes away from Boston s major highways and is easily accessible from Boston s Logan International Airport and many public transit routes. Whether it s by car, train, or bus, getting to and from the Hynes couldn t be easier! You have many options and we highlight a few of them here. Traveling via Public Transit take the t to the hynes! While Boston is known for being the birthplace of liberty, it is also the birthplace of mass transportation. The city s transit system is the oldest, and fourth largest, in the Nation. You can journey all over Boston, venture into the suburbs, and get to and from Logan Airport with ease via the MBTA, affectionately known as the T. We encourage you to take public transportation during your Boston visit. The Hynes Convention Center is accessible via several bus routes and is just steps away from four subway stations: Hynes Convention Center, Copley and Prudential on the Green line and Back Bay on the Orange Line. Check out the Public Transit map on page 20 and be sure to visit mbta.com to plan your customized travel route. Here are our suggestions for the quickest routes to and from the Hynes. To the Hynes via MBTA Subway/Orange Line Take the Orange Line to the Back Bay Station, a handicap accessible stop. Exit toward Dartmouth Street. Cross Dartmouth Street and enter Copley Place near Neiman Marcus. Proceed through Copley Place, pass the Marriott Hotel, and take the skybridge to The. Proceed through the Pru to Center Court. Go along the Prudential Arcade to Hynes Court. The Hynes Convention Center is directly ahead. 14 15
Getting Here from There To the Hynes via MBTA Subway/Green Line Take the Green Line (B, C, and D trains) to the Hynes Convention Center stop. Exit toward Massachusetts Avenue, turn left and walk along Mass. Ave. to Boylston Street. Cross Boylston Street and cintinue down Boylston Street; the Hynes Lower Level entrance is two blocks on your right. page 15. Visit amtrak.com or mbta.com for information on which trains service this station directly, and how to connect to other lines. To the Hynes via MBTA Bus Service Multiple bus routes serve the Hynes Convention Center on regular schedules. Alternate Subway Route: Take the Green Line (E trains) to the Prudential Station stop. Exit into the. Inside, bear left into the Belvidere Arcade, then bear left again into the Hynes Court. The Hynes Convention Center is directly ahead. To the Hynes via Amtrak or MBTA Commuter Rail Amtrak and several MBTA Commuter Rail lines serve the Hynes Convention Complex via Back Bay Station. From Back Bay follow MBTA Subway/Orange Line directions on Traveling via Logan Airport The Hynes is conveniently located just minutes from Boston s Logan International Airport. You have many choices for quickly getting to the Hynes after you land, and it s easy to get back to the airport to catch your flight when it s time to return home. public transit To the Hynes from Logan To get to the Hynes via subway from Logan Airport, take one of the free Massport shuttle buses located outside your terminal. The shuttle will drop you off directly in front of the Blue Line s Airport Station. Once on the Blue Line, transfer to the Orange Line at State Street Station. Follow MBTA Subway/ Orange Line directions on page 15. taxi cabs To the Hynes from Logan Taxi cab stands are stationed outside of every terminal at Logan Airport. back bay logan express To the Hynes from Logan The Back Bay Logan Express shuttle stops to pick up passengers at all terminals at Logan Airport. Travel time from Logan to the Hynes is approximately 20 minutes (but be sure to leave some extra time during rush hour!). To Logan from the Hynes The Back Bay Logan Express runs every 20 minutes and departs the Hynes from the drop-off lane located at the Boylston Street entrance. To Logan from the Hynes Taxi cabs can be hailed from the cab stand across the street from the, located just outside of the Boylston Street entrance to the Hynes. The Back Bay Logan Express shuttle tickets may be purchased on board via credit or debit card for $ 7.50. Visit massport.com for more information. Passengers are responsible for all tolls and airport fees. 16 17
Getting Here from There Wheels around Town Once you are at the Hynes, there are many ways to explore Boston and get around the City. Here are a few! pedicabs If you want a cool way to get around Boston proper, hail a pedicab! Most pedicabs operate between 11 am and 11 pm and can fit 2-3 passengers. Riding is limited during the fall and winter months and during inclement weather in the spring and summer months. pedal power Should you want to cycle your way around Boston, check out the Hubway bicycle stations on Boylston Street and Belvidere Street. This convenient and innovative bike share program allows you to rent your own bike. Not available in winter months. taxi cabs Taxi cabs can be hailed from the cab stand across the street from the, located just outside of the Boylston Street entrance to the Hynes. car sharing Need your own wheels for a few hours? With 14 Zipcar vehicles available in the Prudential Center Garage, check out the second largest Zipcar location in Boston. Located on level P2 (the Orange level). More Transit Options park-and-ride Coming from the suburbs? Many of the park-and-ride lots throughout Massachusetts offer commuter bus service into downtown Boston. Check out massdot.state. ma.us for more information. driving yourself? Parking is available in numerous parking garages that are within a short walk of the Hynes Convention Center. For personal assistance, check out the Hynes Transportation Booth. Our helpful Transportation Agents are happy to help get you where you need to go! America s Walking City Explore Boston on foot! Walking is an easy, pleasant and stress-free way to enjoy your visit. Known for historic and picturesque neighborhoods, Boston has outstanding pedestrian features including: A compact and relatively flat layout with European style streets that are safe, lively and diverse. Centrally located points of interest: history, entertainment, nightlife, architecture, culture, science and arts abound. A great feeling of openness against a backdrop of skyscrapers, thanks to Boston s beautiful waterfront areas, inviting green spaces like the Boston Common, Rose Kennedy Greenway, Commonwealth Avenue Mall and the Charles River Esplanade. Everything is within walking distance. And everyone in Boston walks. So put on your walking shoes and explore Boston, America s Walking City. 18 19
Getting Here from There Public Transit Map HYNES BCEC BCEC Boston Convention & Exhibition Center HYNES John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center Check out mbta.com for more information. 20 21
Boston Dining Boston Dining FINE DINING Abe & Louie s E1 $$$$ 617-536-6300 793 Boylston Street abeandlouies.com Brasserie JO F6 $$$ 617-425-3240 Colonnade Hotel 120 Huntington Avenue brasseriejoboston.com The Capital Grille A3 $$$$ 617-262-8900 Hynes Street Level Entrance thecapitalgrille.com Da Vinci $$$ 617-350-0007 162 Columbus Avenue davinciboston.com ShabuMaru J2 $$ 617-437-8888 Westin Copley Place Lobby shabumaru.com Sorellina I2 $$$$ 617-412-4600 One Huntington Avenue sorellinaboston.com Top of the Hub D4 $$$ 617-536-1775 Prudential Tower, 52nd Floor topofthehub.net Towne Stove and Spirits C2 $$$ 617-247-0400 Hynes St. Level Entrance 900 Boylston Street towneboston.com SEAFOOD Atlantic Fish Company 1 F1 $$$ 617-267-4000 761 Boylston Street atlanticfishco.com Legal Sea Foods I4 $$$ 617-266-7775 Copley Place, Level Two legalseafoods.com Summer Shack A4 $$ 617-867-9955 50 Dalton Street summershack restaurant.com Union Oyster House $$ 617-227-2750 41 Union Street unionoysterhouse.com Food, glorious food! The Hynes is surrounded by an abundance of mouthwatering dining options, each one loaded with character and charm. While our celebrity chefs are world-famous, a new crop of restauranteurs is setting Boston s dining scene on fire with their distinctive and creative flair. From the seafood served right in the Back Bay to a delicious salad from the corner café, you will have a meal to remember! Fogo de Chão J2 $$$ 617-585-6300 Westin Copley Place fogodechao.com L Espalier F1 $$$$ 617-262-3023 Mandarin Oriental Boston lespalier.com Lucca Back Bay G5 $$$ 617-247-2400 116 Huntington Avenue luccabackbay.com Ostra $$$ 617-421-1200 One Charles Street South ostraboston.com RESTAURANT LOCATION MEAL PRICE GUIDE (USD) $ <$10 B2 $$ $11 - $30 $$$ $31 - $60 See map pages 26-27 $$$$ >$61 Please check with restaurants directly for information and reservations. 22 22
Boston Dining 24 CASUAL DINING 40 Dalton B5 $$$ 617-593-6413 Hilton Boston Back Bay fortydalton.com 5 Napkin Burger F5 $$ 617-375-2277 Huntington Arcade 5napkinburger.com Back Bay Social Club C2 $$ 617-247-3200 867 Boylston Street backbaysocialclub.com Bar 10 J2 $$ 617-424-7446 Westin Copley Place bar10boston.com Bar Boulud F1 $$$ 617-535-8800 Mandarin Oriental Boston barboulud.com Bukowski Tavern A4 $$ 617-437-9999 50 Dalton Street bukowskitavern.net Café Apropos B5 $$ 617-236-2000 Sheraton Boston sheraton.com/boston California Pizza Kitchen G4 $$ 617-247-0888 Back Bay Arcade cpk.com Champions Sports Bar G4 $$ 617-927-5304 Marriott Copley Place championsboston.com Cheers $$ 617-227-9605 84 Beacon Street 617-227-0150 Faneuil Hall Marketplace cheersboston.com The Cheesecake Factory E6 $$ 617-399-7777 Huntington Arcade thecheesecakefactory.com Chilli Duck D1 $$ 617-236-5208 829 Boylston Street chilliduckthai.info City Table G1 $$ 617-933-4800 61 Exeter Street citytableboston.com Dillon s A3 $$ 617-421-1818 955 Boylston Street dillonsboston.com Haru F4 $$$ 617-536-0770 55 Huntington Avenue harusushi.com The Huntington Boston I2 $$ 617-262-9600 Westin Copley Place westincopleyplace boston.com/the-huntington-boston Lir Irish Pub & Restaurant B2 $$ 617-778-0089 903 Boylston Street lironboylston.com Max Brenner F1 $$ 617-274-1741 745 Boylston Street maxbrenner.com McGreevy s B2 $$ 617-262-0911 911 Boylston Street mcgreevysboston.com P.F. Chang s D5 $$ 617-378-9961 Belvidere Arcade pfchangs.com The Pour House B2 $ 617-236-1767 907 Boylston Street pourhouseboston.com The Salty Pig K4 $$ 617-536-6200 130 Dartmouth Street thesaltypig.com Samurai D1 $$ 617-236-7672 827 Boylston Street samuraiboston.com SideBar & Grille C5 $$ 617-236-2000 Sheraton Boston Lobby sheraton.com/boston Sólás Irish Pub G1 $$ 617-933-4803 710 Boylston Street solasboston.com Typhoon F1 $$ 617-859-8181 725 Boylston Street typhoonboston.com Uno Pizzeria & Grill F1 $$ 617-267-8554 731 Boylston Street unos.com Wagamama E3 $$ 617-778-2344 Fashion Court wagamama.us Whiskey s Steakhouse C2 $$ 617-262-5551 885 Boylston Street whiskeysboston.com GRAB & GO Au Bon Pain C4 $ 617-421-9593 Hynes Court aubonpain.com Barnes & Noble Café E5 $$ 617-247-6959 Huntington Arcade barnesandnoble.com Cold Stone Creamery E6 $ 617-262-0251 Belvidere Street coldstonecreamery.com Crazy Dough s Pizza D5 $ 617-262-6900 Belvidere Arcade crazydoughs.com Dunkin Donuts D4 $ 617-536-3521 Prudential Arcade dunkindonuts.com Freshii J1 $$ 857-277-0200 185 Dartmouth Street freshii.com Fruitata D4 $$$ 617-982-6147 Hynes Court fruitata.com Godiva Chocolatier D3 $$$ 617-437-8490 Boylston Arcade godiva.com Pinkberry E3 $ 617-236-2294 Boylston Arcade pinkberry.com Starbucks H4 Marriott Copley Place C5 Sheraton Boston J2 Westin Copley Place starbucks.com $$ Sugarfina F4 $$$ 857-327-8550 Back Bay Arcade sugarfina.com Sweetgreen C5 $$ 857-753-4673 Hynes Court sweetgreen.com Teavana F4 $$$ 617-262-8327 Back Bay Arcade teavana.com
Boston Dining Convention Complex Hynes Convention Center Sheraton Boston Marriott Copley Mandarin Oriental Hotel Copley Place Mall Westin Copley to fenway park, isabella stewart gardner museum hynes convention center station P dalton street back bay hilton newbury street P commonwealth avenue boylston entrance hynes convention center sheraton boston belvidere street walgreen s boylston street mall entrance hynes court eataly coming fall 2016 st.frances chapel BELVIDERE ARCADE us post office P apple store boylston arcade prudential arcade south garden cvs mandarin oriental hotel newbury arcade fashion court huntington arcade center court prudential station prudential center saks fifth avenue back bay arcade fitness club P P huntington avenue the colonnade hotel ring road lord & taylor lenox hotel star market bridge court copley bridge to south end copley station exeter street boston duck tours marriott courtyard marriott copley boston public library copley square hotel P to boston common, public garden P westin copley copley place mall fairmont copley plaza hotel to ostra back bay station dartmouth street Activities & Attractions Commuter Rail Station Food/Drink MBTA Station P Parking 26 27
Activities & Attractions Boston Duck Tours G4 617-267-3825 BostonDuckTours.com Experience Boston s most popular tour, departing from, Museum of Science and New England Aquarium. Tours available at the in 10 different languages. Open daily March 21 November 27 & weekends in December. see our ad on page 2 Activities & Attractions A trip to Boston wouldn t be complete without experiencing what makes this city a destination for over 18 million visitors annually. Boston is steeped in rich history and culture, and our area attractions celebrate our storied past while embracing the future. Spend the day or extend your stay. There is so much to explore and so many ways to enjoy our beloved Beantown! There is truly something for everyone. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 25 Evans Way 617-566-1401 gardnermuseum.org The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - a work of art in totality - is at once an intimate collection of fine and decorative art and a vibrant, innovative venue for contemporary artists, musicians and scholars. see our ad on the back cover Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Congress Street Bridge 617-338-1773 bostonteapartyship.com Discover the single most important event leading up to the American Revolution with live actors, interactive exhibits, authentically restored tea ships and the stirring, multisensory documentary Let it Begin Here. The Lawn On D Powered by Citizens Bank 420 D Street LawnOnD.com Experience Boston s most innovative and dynamic outdoor event space in the heart of the Waterfront District! Enjoy lawn games, art, music, concessions, community activities, and more. Complete schedule available at LawnOnD.com. see our ad on page 36 28 29
Boston Neighborhoods Boston Neighborhoods The Hynes is surrounded by several distinct neighborhoods, each having its own vibe and appeal. What makes Boston unique is that its diversity and culture can change from one block to the next. We invite you to explore our wonderful neighborhoods and make the most of your free time right here in the Hynes s backyard. Back Bay The Vibe: Victorian brownstones, beautiful gardens, boating, shopping, and dining: Boston s Back Bay neighborhood has it all! Stroll through the Public Garden and enjoy the breathtaking flowers in bloom while you delight in watching the children ride the Swan Boats. A walk down Newbury Street is a fashionista s dream, with trendy boutiques and high-end designers mixed in with consignment shops and indie stores. With its posh and elegance, the Back Bay has a style of its own. Why you should go there: It is right outside the front door of the Hynes! Copley Square, which is located in the heart of the Back Bay, is an architectural gem, as it is home to two of Boston s tallest buildings, as well as the historic Trinity Church, and the Boston Public Library. The popular Copley Place and shopping malls offer even more retail therapy and dining options. If time permits, take a short stroll to the Charles River, where you can sit back and take in the scenery of sailboats and joggers. 30
Boston Neighborhoods South End The Vibe: Tree-lined streets, red brick bow front townhomes, residential parks, art galleries, and restaurants. You will find all of this and more in this revitalized and energized Boston neighborhood. Tremont Street in the South End is often referred to as Restaurant Row, boasting a diverse mix of cuisines that includes Brazilian, Ethiopian, and African, among others. This hip and diverse neighborhood is also a hotbed for culture and artists, most notably on Sundays at its open market that brings together local artists, designers, and crafters in an outdoor setting. Why you should go there: The food options alone are reason enough to head over the few blocks from the Hynes and explore the South End. But the multitude of parks and green space make it a great place to go for a walk or read a book on a park bench under a blossoming cherry tree. Performing arts abound in the South End as it is also home to the Boston Center for the Arts and the school for the Boston Ballet. Fenway The Vibe: Quirky. Sophisticated. Collegiate. Boston s Fenway is a vibrant neighborhood of colleges, culture and, of course, Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. From the pizza joints and upscale dining, to the world-renowned museums and the best places in Boston to see a live band, Fenway is an eclectic hot-spot for just about anyone. Why you should go there: While many visitors come to Fenway to get a glimpse of America s Most Beloved Ballpark, it is the green space and beautiful parks originally designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted that has truly transformed the neighborhood. The Fens has been called a treasure trove of discoveries and delights, and this is evidenced by the mix of formal and community gardens, ball fields, memorials and historic structures. Art lovers can spend an entire day at the museums, where you will delight in seeing the works of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Degas, and other notables. 32 33
Boston Neighborhoods Faneuil Hall The Vibe: The area around Faneuil Hall, which includes the Rose Kennedy Greenway and Government Center, is bustling with activity. Grab lunch from one of the many food trucks that line the Greenway and head to Faneuil Hall Marketplace to watch the world-renowned street performers and musicians captivate the crowd. Pick up a souvenir at a pushcart or get your retail fix at any of the 70+ stores in the area. When it s time to relax, the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston s only organically maintained public park, is a great spot to wind down and people watch. You can even cool off in one of the seven water features on a hot day. It s no wonder why this part of Boston is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world! Beacon Hill The Vibe: Walking around Boston s Beacon Hill neighborhood gives you the sense that you are back in time. Its charm and character exudes from the hilly, narrow streets, brick sidewalks, gas lights, and beautifully adorned front doors. Beacon Hill has over 10,000 residents, who fill in every nook and cranny of this neighborhood and give it a sense of community and familiarity. Antique shops and restaurants adorn Charles Street, the main street in Beacon Hill, while sitting high on the hill with its beautiful gold dome is the Massachusetts State House, which overlooks Boston Common. Chinatown The Vibe: An iconic and welcoming three-story pagoda marks the entrance to Boston s Chinatown. Rich with tradition, culture, and of course, great food, Chinatown may be small but it is the third largest in the country, behind only New York and San Francisco. The streets are maze-like, filled with everything from Chinese to Malaysian restaurants, old school bakeries to more contemporary ones, food markets, beauty salons, and retail stores. There is a vibrancy to Chinatown that is unparalleled! South Boston Waterfront The Vibe: The South Boston Waterfront is buzzing with activity! From trendy restaurants to chic shops and eclectic museums, you feel the energy the moment you arrive. It s no wonder the area is home to a unique combination of startups and major companies, creating a dynamic urban environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. The South Boston Waterfront offers manyplaces to eat. Enjoy a savory lunchtime lobster roll or sip a cocktail at one of the many outdoor roof decks that overlook the water. A growing list of diverse retail shops, museums, and hotels add to the area s vibrancy and vitality. And in the warmer months, you just may overhear a concert being performed by one of today s leading artists at the nearby pavilion. Dining. Shopping. Music. There is never a dull moment at the South Boston Waterfront! North End The Vibe: Boston s Little Italy is a onesquare mile urban neighborhood steeped in culture and tradition. It is Boston s oldest neighborhood and is home to too many Italian restaurants to count! Its narrow and winding streets are lined with shops and restaurants, with many of them spilling onto the sidewalks in the summertime. While the food and the summer feasts are the main attractions for visitors and residents alike, the North End is also bursting with history, making this geographically compact neighborhood a must-see! 34
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