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The Mass Bay Transportation Authority, known affectionately or otherwise as the T, operates underground, street, and water transports through out Boston and vicinity. Subway stops are distinguishable by a circular white sign with a black "T" in the middle. There a 4 subway "lines" distinguished by their colors -- red, green, orange and blue, and a silver line is in the works. Most tourists would use the red and green line, as most attractions are along them, while the airport is on the blue line. Fare is $1 and includes unlimited transfers; this is quite a deal compared to other cities. Buses are 75c and you can also ask for a transfer ticket. Boston public transportation ceases at 1am. This is a source of a lot of complaints because bars and nightclubs open till 2am, and you wouldn't want people to drive while intoxicated. Also, it's practically impossible to hail a cab afterhours. So in 2001 the Night Owl service was started. Night Owl buses run parallel to subway lines after regular service stops until 2:30am. A main transfer station is Government Center (the only place where I've been able to catch Red-line buses, for some reason). Definitely an improvement over the ole hail-a-cab-or-leg-it routine. Leave a Comment Theme: Subway/MetroWebsite: www.mbta.com
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Boston's 'T' isn't the biggest or the best subway system in the world. But it is one of the most interesting, and it gets you where you're going quickly (usually) and efficiently (most of the time). There are 4 lines, 3 of which, the Red, Blue and Orange, are your standard subway car types. The Green Line is different. It runs like a subway in the downtown area, but as it heads west it surfaces and rides down the center of major streets such as Commonwealth Ave. and Beacon Street. Plus there are 4 Branches on the Green Line. So be sure you get on the right one! If you're just staying downtown and walking the Freedom Trail, the 'T' isn't particularly useful. Downtown Boston is very compact and easily walkable. The 'T' doesn't even service the North End, where some of the most famous Freedom Trail sites are located. But if you plan of exploring the Greater Boston area, the "T' is a perfect way to get to such places as Harvard University, Fenway Park, the JFK Library and Quincy. The Blue Line even serves Logan Airport. There is a free shuttle bus that goes from the terminals to Airport Station. If you plan on staying in Boston for an entire week like we did, consider getting a weekly pass. There is a Visitor's Pass that sells for $35, and is good for unlimited rides on the 'T', busses and Harbor ferry to Charlestown. However, if you're timing is right, the Weekly Combo Plus pass is a much better deal. It covers the same ground as the Visitor's Pass, and it costs only $18.50. But it is only valid from Sunday to Saturday. So if you're arriving on a weekend and leaving the following weekend, get the Weekly Combo Plus pass. If not, opt for the more expensive Visitor's Pass. Theme: Subway/MetroWebsite: http://www.mbta.com/
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