Getting around Boston from Moxy Boston Downtown
Moxy Boston Downtown (240 Tremont Street) sits in the Theater District, a short walk from Boylston Street T access, Boston Common and the Freedom Trail. Getting around is easiest by walking to nearby theaters and parks, using the MBTA subway and buses for longer trips, and rideshares or taxis for direct trips to Logan Airport or Fenway Park.
In this guide
- Where the hotel is and immediate walkable sights
- Subway (MBTA) — fast and cheap around the city
- Taxis, rideshares and getting to Logan Airport
- Walking routes to major museums, waterfront and Fenway
- Parking, driving and nearby garages
- Bikes, ferries and day trips from the hotel
- Hotel services that help with getting around
Where the hotel is and immediate walkable sights
Moxy Boston Downtown’s address is 240 Tremont Street in Boston’s Theater District/Chinatown neighborhood. The location puts you within an easy walk of Boston Common, the Freedom Trail and numerous theaters (Wilbur, Boch Center, Colonial, Boston Opera House).
The hotel’s home-page copy lists Boston Common and the Freedom Trail as short walks away and names nearby Chinatown dining and Downtown Crossing shopping as immediate options.
- Boston Common — about a 7-minute walk
- Freedom Trail / Faneuil Hall area — about a 7-minute walk
- Wilbur Theatre and Boch Center — 1–2 minutes on foot
- Chinatown restaurants and Downtown Crossing shopping — steps away
| Nearby spot | Typical walk time |
|---|---|
| Boston Common | ~7 minutes |
| Freedom Trail / Faneuil Hall | ~7 minutes |
| New England Aquarium | ~20 minutes (about 1 mile) |
Subway (MBTA) — fast and cheap around the city
The hotel is a short walk to MBTA subway service; Boylston Street T access is close by and provides easy links across Boston. Use the Green Line and connections at major transfer stations to reach Fenway, the North End, Back Bay and the Seaport area.
For schedules, fares and service alerts use mbta.com or the MBTA official app; service frequencies and shuttle changes can vary by time of day and planned maintenance.
- Museum trips (Museum of Fine Arts) — transfer to the Green Line or use a short ride to Back Bay
- North End / Haymarket — Green or Orange Line connections at major transfer stations
- South Station (commuter rail) is a short walk or one T stop away for regional trains
| Use case | How to get there |
|---|---|
| Fenway Park | Green Line to Kenmore or short rideshare |
| Logan Airport | Blue Line via Downtown transfer or rideshare/taxi |
| Harvard Square | Commuter rail from South Station or ride to Cambridge |
Taxis, rideshares and getting to Logan Airport
Taxis and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely available in this part of downtown; request a pickup on Tremont Street or from the hotel entrance. The front desk can help flag a taxi or confirm pickup spots.
Logan International Airport (BOS) is often a 15–30 minute drive depending on traffic; you can reach it by rideshare/taxi or by MBTA with a transfer to the Blue Line. The official Logan site has current ground-transport options and real-time info.
- Ask the 24-hour front desk to arrange a taxi or recommend a pickup location
- Rideshare is usually more direct from the hotel entrance on Tremont
- MBTA to Logan: transfer to Blue Line — check MBTA for schedules
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Rideshare/taxi | Direct door-to-door; time varies with traffic |
| MBTA | Cheaper but may require transfers and luggage handling |
| Hotel concierge | Front desk (24-hour) can suggest pickup and nearby garages |
Walking routes to major museums, waterfront and Fenway
Several cultural destinations are walkable or a short transit ride: Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science are reachable by T or a longer walk; New England Aquarium and the waterfront are roughly a 20-minute walk. Fenway Park is about 1.7 miles from the hotel and is usually faster to reach by T or rideshare than on foot.
If you plan several museum visits or a Charles River walk, combine walking with short MBTA hops to save time and energy — Boston’s downtown is compact but can include hills and busy streets.
- New England Aquarium — ~20-minute walk (about 1 mile)
- Museum of Fine Arts — ~1.8 miles (use T for convenience)
- Fenway Park — ~1.7 miles; Green Line to Kenmore is easiest
| Destination | Recommended transit |
|---|---|
| Museum of Fine Arts | T or rideshare |
| Charles River Esplanade | Walk or short rideshare |
| Fenway Park | Green Line to Kenmore or rideshare |
Parking, driving and nearby garages
Moxy Boston Downtown does not offer on-site parking. The front desk can arrange nearby garage parking passes for a nightly fee; the hotel home page and research note a local Beach St / Stuart St garage as an example.
If you plan to drive around Boston, expect city traffic and pay-for-parking garages; on-street parking in the Theater District is limited and often metered. Confirm garage availability and pricing at the front desk when you arrive.
- No on-site parking — front desk arranges nearby garages
- Expect to use parking garages for overnight stays and event parking
- Consider transit or rideshare for Fenway, Seaport and Logan to avoid parking hassles
| Driving tip | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Pre-book a garage via front desk | Guarantees a spot and a hotel-arranged pass |
| Use MBTA for game days | Avoid street closures and heavy traffic |
| Pickups on Tremont Street | Clear spot for drivers to meet you |
Bikes, ferries and day trips from the hotel
Bicycle rentals and bike-share docks are available around downtown and are a practical way to explore the Esplanade, Seaport and nearby neighborhoods. The hotel research indicates nearby bike rental options exist but does not list on-property rentals.
For day trips, the hotel lists Salem (train ~30–40 minutes), seasonal high-speed ferries to Provincetown from Long Wharf and Cape Cod as popular options. The front desk can advise on schedules and where to board ferries or trains.
- Bike-share / rentals nearby — good for river paths and short sightseeing rides
- Salem — ~30–40 minute train ride for historical sites
- Provincetown — seasonal high-speed ferry from Boston’s waterfront (mid-May to mid-October)
| Day trip | Typical travel mode |
|---|---|
| Salem | Commuter train (~30–40 min) |
| Provincetown | Seasonal high-speed ferry (~1.5 hrs) |
| Cape Cod (Hyannis) | Car or bus (~1.5–2 hrs) |
Hotel services that help with getting around
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk that can arrange taxis, recommend pickup spots, supply directions and provide information about nearby garages. Bar Moxy on the second floor also serves as the hotel’s social hub and is open to the public when you need a quick place to meet or plan your day.
In-room Wi‑Fi is available for map apps, booking rides and checking MBTA schedules. If you’re arriving by car or taking day trips, ask the front desk about parking passes and any destination/amenity fees that may affect your bill.
- 24-hour front desk for taxis, pickup help and local advice
- In-room Wi‑Fi to check maps, MBTA schedules and rideshare apps
- Bar Moxy for breakfast (for a fee), pre-show drinks and event info
| Hotel resource | How it helps |
|---|---|
| Front desk (24-hour) | +1 (888) 605-1350 for BookResorts agents available 24/7 |
| Bar Moxy | Breakfast and local event info |
| In‑room Wi‑Fi | Use for maps, MBTA and rideshare apps |
