Coast Guard Base Boston

South Boston (Southie)

Once a working-class Irish-American enclave, Southie is now a sought-after urban neighborhood with renovated row houses, new condos, a vibrant bar and restaurant scene, and easy access to Carson Beach on Boston Harbor.

10–15 min to base via Summer St

Quincy (Wollaston)

A coastal suburb south of Boston offering more space for the dollar than the city proper. Wollaston Beach is a local gem, the Red Line T connects commuters to downtown, and the school system is solid.

20–30 min to base via I-93

Weymouth

A South Shore suburb with large yards, good public schools, and relatively modest home prices by Boston standards. Convenient to the South Shore Plaza shopping complex and Route 3 for commuting.

25–35 min to base

Boston Harbor Islands State Park

An archipelago of 34 islands accessible by ferry from Long Wharf, offering camping, hiking, historic fort tours, and sweeping views of the Boston skyline.

Row 34

An acclaimed seafood and oyster bar in Fort Point Channel specializing in local shellfish, raw bar selections, and an outstanding craft beer list.

Fenway Park

The iconic home of the Boston Red Sox, one of America's oldest ballparks. Tours are available year-round, and attending a game is a quintessential Boston experience.

Freedom Trail

A 2.5-mile walking trail through downtown Boston linking 16 historic sites from the Revolutionary War era, including Paul Revere's House, Old North Church, and Bunker Hill Monument.

Newbury Street

Boston's premier shopping corridor in Back Bay with high-end boutiques, national retailers, art galleries, and excellent dining covering eight blocks.

Harpoon Brewery

Boston's flagship craft brewery located on the South Boston waterfront, offering tours, a beer hall, and the beloved Beer Hall Kitchen menu steps from the harbor.