Can you get around Massachusetts without a car?
Can you get around Massachusetts without a car? Take a train (Cape Flyer between Boston and Cape Cod), ferry or plane, then hop on a bus or rent a bike. Details. More car-free options: Take the Salem Ferry (no witches on board) to and from Boston.
Is it easy to get from Boston airport to downtown?
How far is Boston airport to the city centre? Boston airport is located only 8 kilometres (5 miles) away from downtown. It only takes 10 minutes to reach by car or taxi, 30 minutes on the subway and 30 to 40 minutes by bus.
Is Boston expensive for tourists?
Boston is certainly up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately – can also mean a high cost of traveling. The biggest challenge is affordable accommodations, as hotels are pricey in this city of expensive real estate and packed event calendars.
Do you really need a car in Boston?
In Boston, proper (or Cambridge) you can walk, take a bus, or get on the subway to most destinations. In fact, it is better not to own a car, because now you need a place to park it. (No, you may not park it in Harvard Yard.)
How walkable is downtown Boston?
With its compact size, short blocks, numerous subway stops, and intimate scale, Downtown Boston is a walker's paradise. Some of Boston's most celebrated and historic neighborhoods--the Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Chinatown, North End, and more--are within a short walk of downtown.
Can you get to Cape Cod from Boston without a car?
Getting there: Take the Provincetown Fast Ferry from the Long Wharf in Boston. It's about a 90-minute trip each way, and a round-trip ticket will set you back about $100. We recommend taking the ferry one-way from Boston to P-Town and then spending some time exploring the rest of Cape Cod by bus.