Waterfront Area Information

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The city of Boston was known for its shipping. At one time as many as 80 wharves lined the great harbor bringing goods from all over the world. The China trade is associated with some of the great fortunes made in this city.

Boston Harbor is the departure point for ferries to Cape Cod; whale watches and is the home of the Boston Tea Party. The New England Aquarium is located here and the area offers a ‘retreat’ from the city.

Over the years, land became more valuable than the sea trade. Landfill has extended the city seaward and now the area is known for its museums, hotels, restaurants and homes. Long Warf, Central Warf, Rowes Warf and Museum Warf are all great attractions - especially on New Years Eve when the city of Boston uses the area for midnight fireworks to ring out First Night. The large granite warehouses have been refashioned into condos, many with great views of the water.