Welcome to Financial District

The term "downtown" has different meanings to many people. It's mostly referred to across the country as the commercial and entertainment district within any community. Downtown, Boston, however, refers to even more. For the most part, downtown Boston includes the Financial District and Post Office Square, where most of the city's skyscrapers can be found, and where most of the weekday hustle and bustle happens. Downtown Boston also includes other sections of the city, including Downtown Crossing, Faneuil Hall, the waterfront, the Boston Common, Scollay Square, and Government Center. Boston was founded in 1630, and is the capital and most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is the largest city in New England. Boston is one of the oldest and most historically rich cities in the United States. A world-class city, Boston is home to the American Revolution and such famous Americans as Paul Revere, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, John Hancock, John F. Kennedy, and countless others. Boston is also home to some of the most storied sports teams in the country, including the Boston Red Sox, the Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins, and the New England Patriots. Boston has many nicknames, including Bean Town, The Hub, The Cradle of Liberty, and America's Walking City. All things considered, the City of Boston is actually quite small, but the combined metropolitan area of greater Boston is large, and very populous. Boston’s Financial District is centered in the downtown area between Government Center and Chinatown. Bounded by Atlantic Avenue , State Street, and Devonshire Street and accessible by the T subway station at Atlantic Avenue and State Street and the financial center is officially coined as the District. Next door to Boston's Waterfront , ten minutes from Logan International Airport and a short walk to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC). Nearby attractions include Post Office Square, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, New England Aquarium, Children's Museum and the TD Bank North Garden. The Financial district is headquarters to many of the world’s largest mutual fund companies such as Fidelity and Putnam investments. When visiting the Financial District be sure to check out the Blackstone Block, which is known to be one of the oldest Boston neighborhoods, dating back to the 17thcentury. The oldest building dates back to 1714. Also, a must see is the famous farmers market which takes place on Fridays and Saturdays. The District is also home to the Maritime Museum and Customs house, one of Boston’s first skyscrapers. One of the area's restaurant landmarks is also here, the Union Oyster House. Check out the free Maritime Museum in the Customs House. The Building was one of the earliest skyscrapers in Boston.