Summer in the Seaport
Getting around this summer.
Visitors from across the globe will be visiting the Seaport this summer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Sail Boston Festival, and the Nation’s 250th. These events will significantly affect the Seaport District—for residents, commuters, and visitors alike. Here’s what to expect and some tips and tricks for navigating the neighborhood.
Thankfully, there are many ways to get in and out of the Seaport.
Public transit is the most convenient way for visitors to travel to and through the neighborhood. Fares are inexpensive, and with the MBTA’s new tap-to-pay system, you can use your credit card or digital wallet—no special card is necessary. While cabs and rideshare companies like Uber or Lyft can cost over $50 one-way, transit fares range from free to a maximum of $13.75.
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Transit:
MBTA Silver Line 1 bus picks up at every terminal and is free to ride into the City. Silver Line Way, World Trade Center, and Courthouse Station stops are in the Seaport, and South Station is Downtown.
MBTA Blue Line (to Downtown): Take the Massport shuttle for free from any terminal to Airport Station and transfer to the Blue Line train.
Ferries: Winthrop Ferry and Quincy Ferry both travel between the Seaport and Logan Airport, in addition to Long Wharf (Downtown). Take the free Massport shuttle #66 to get to the dock.*
Water Taxis:
Boston Water Taxi: On-demand service from 25 locations along the Harbor.*
Red Top Boats: On-demand service from 18 locations along the Harbor.*
*Massport offers a Ticket to Skip program where all customers arriving at the airport by water transportation (water ferries and water taxis) receive a voucher to skip to the front of the TSA security line.
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Seaport Ferry between Fan Pier and North Station (Lovejoy Wharf) or East Boston (Lewis Mall Wharf). Note: Seaport Ferry is not operated by the MBTA.
MBTA Winthrop Ferry between Winthrop, Seaport, and Aquarium.
MBTA Quincy Ferry between Quincy, Seaport, and Aquarium.
MBTA East Boston Ferry between East Boston (Lewis Mall Wharf) and Long Wharf - North.
MBTA Lynn Ferry service operates between Blossom Street Pier and Long Wharf - North. There is free parking at the Blossom Street Pier.
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MBTA Red Line: Take any Red Line train to South Station. From there, either walk over the bridge or take a Silver Line bus (SL1, SL2, or SL3) into the neighborhood.
The following Commuter Rail lines go to South Station:
Fairmount
Framingham / Worcester
Franklin / Foxboro
Greenbush
Kingston
Fall River / New Bedford
Needham
Providence / Stoughton
If your train goes to North Station, take the Seaport Ferry to travel between North Station and the Seaport at Fan Pier or Pier 10.
Unlimited weekend passes on the Commuter Rail are just $10.
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Silver Line 1 travels from South Station to all Logan Airport terminals. Note: SL1 buses leaving Logan Airport are fare-free.
Silver Line 2 travels from South Station to the Design Center (nearby the Flynn Marine Park and the Cruiseport).
Silver Line 3 travels from South Station to Chelsea.
SLW travels between South Station and Silver Line Way.
Route 4 travels between North Station and the Design Center in the Seaport. Note: This route is infrequent—check the schedule to plan your trip.
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Bicycles are allowed on ferries, allowing you to cross the Harbor directly.
Bicycles are allowed on the T with restrictions.
Bicycles are allowed on buses, subject to available space on the rack.
Bike racks are available at all T stations.
Bluebikes has a vast network of stations where you can borrow a bicycle, including more than a dozen stations in the Seaport.
Read more about getting to the Seaport by bike.
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Share the ride and split the cost: Find a carpool at CommuteSeaport. You can use this tool for regular trips to work or for individual trips, such as special events or changes in your schedule.
Seaport TMA member employees can receive a monthly $25 gas gift card for up to 6 months by registering your carpool.
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Boston is one of America’s most walkable cities. When in doubt, you can often get here just by walking.
Check the MBTA website for up-to-date schedules
Download the MBTA Go app to see live arrival times and alerts
For commuters:
Commute times will likely be longer on FIFA and Sail Boston event dates.
If you have a hybrid schedule, see if your employer will allow you to switch your in-person days to avoid event traffic.
Summer Events:
FIFA World Cup: June 13 – July 9, 2026
FIFA World Cup is coming to Foxboro, with fan festivities in Boston. In addition to the matches, there will be a 30-day Fan Fest in Boston (exact location to be determined). Expect busy streets, trains, buses, restaurants, and bars, and full hotels for the duration of the games. The fastest and easiest way to go from the Seaport to Boston Stadium (Gillette) is by Commuter Rail.
Saturday, June 13: Haiti v Scotland
Tuesday, June 16: Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname v Norway
Friday, June 19: Scotland v Morocco
Tuesday, June 23: England v Ghana
Game schedule:
Friday, June 26: Norway v France
Monday, June 29: Match 74
Thursday, July 9: Match 97 | Quarter-final
Sail Boston (Tall Ships) Festival: July 11 – 16, 2026
The Tall Ships are coming back to Boston! Ships from around the world will visit Boston Harbor. The public will gather to watch the ships come in during the Parade of Sail, and the crew will welcome the public aboard throughout the festival.
The Seaport District is an activity hub for this event and can expect large crowds, some street closures, and busy trains and buses.
Festival schedule:
Saturday, July 11: Parade of Sail
Saturday, July 11 – Wednesday, July 15:
Sail Boston Festival, Public Boarding of Ships
Saturday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 15: Fireworks
Monday, July 13: Crew & Cadet Street Parade