Best Walkable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

A Walk Score rating of 83 indicates Boston, MA is very walkable. In fact, one of Boston's many nicknames is "America's Walking City" with over 13% of commuters walking to work. Boston's most walkable neighborhoods are Chinatown-Leather District, North End and Bay Village.

Beacon Hill

99 / 100

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About this neighborhood

One of Boston's oldest neighborhoods is also one of its most walkable. With a Walk Score of 99, Beacon Hill is home to many historical landmarks as well as the Massachusetts State House. The charming brick and cobblestone streets are dotted with antique shops, restaurants, and gorgeous townhomes with hidden gardens. As you stroll through Beacon Hill, you won't want to miss the Bull and Finch Pub, which was made famous as the exterior of the iconic bar from the TV show Cheers.

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Chinatown-Leather District

99 / 100

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About this neighborhood

The Leather District, a nine-block subsection of Boston's Chinatown, is the city's second most walkable neighborhood. The area is known for the 19th-century brick warehouses that housed leather manufacturers in the 1880s and have since been converted to lofts. Bounded by Kneeland Street and Dewey Square, the Leather District earned a Walk Score of 99.

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North End

99 / 100

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About this neighborhood

Boston's historic North End is famous for being home to both the Freedom Trail and the city's best Italian food. The picturesque cobblestone streets of Boston's oldest neighborhood will take you from historic destinations like Paul Revere's home. In fact, a walking tour of the area is one of the most popular things to do making it the city's third most walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 99.

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Bay Village

98 / 100

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About this neighborhood

The limited traffic and tree-lined streets of Bay Village make it a walker's paradise. As Boston's fourth most walkable neighborhood, Bay Village has a Walk Score of 98. While the neighborhood is primarily residential with charming brick row houses on every street, there are plenty of spots to grab a bite or a drink. Bay Village is located right next to the Theater District, so it's a quick walk to great entertainment as well. Walk a few blocks north, and you'll reach Boston Common and the Public Garden.

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South End

97 / 100

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About this neighborhood

The South End of Boston is known for its vibrant, diverse community and its large collection of Victorian row houses. Despite being listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the South End is very much a modern community. Hundreds of restaurants with cuisines from around the world share space with artists' studios, small boutiques, and a variety of watering holes. All of it is easily accessible on foot, which is why the South End earned a Walk Score of 97.

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West End

97 / 100

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The West End is Boston's sixth most walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 97. Its proximity to TD Garden makes it a popular spot for sports fans who want to be able to walk to cheer on the Celtics and the Bruins. From the West End, you're also a short walk from North Station, making it a breeze to get just about anywhere in Boston.

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Back Bay

97 / 100

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About this neighborhood

Boston's Back Bay is an affluent neighborhood surrounded by Charles River to the north and the Massachusetts Turnpike to the south. With a Walk Score of 97, the area is ideal for strolling and includes plenty of noteworthy landmarks like Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. If you're more interested in shopping, you'll find some of the city's best on charming Newbury Street.

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Downtown Boston

96 / 100

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About this neighborhood

As with most downtowns, Boston's is highly walkable and packed with things to do and places to eat. While downtown is the city's commercial center, it is also home to many of Boston's most famous historical sites including Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. With a Walk Score of 96, downtown Boston is a great choice for anyone who prefers to get around on foot.

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Central Maverick Square-Paris Street

95 / 100

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About this neighborhood

With a Walk Score of 95, Central Maverick Square - Paris Street is Boston's 10th most walkable neighborhood. This diverse district has plenty of waterfront parks with striking views of the Boston skyline. You'll also find an abundance of restaurants and shops, which are all easily accessible on foot.

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Fenway-Kenmore-Audubon Circle-Longwood

95 / 100

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About this neighborhood

Despite its sprawling nature, the Fenway-Kenmore region of Boston is still highly walkable with a Walk Score of 95. This neighborhood is most famous for being the home turf of Boston's beloved Red Sox who play at Fenway Park. It's also home to a dozen of the more than 100 colleges that are located in the Boston area.

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