Welcome to Midtown
Midtown is one of Boston’s most compact neighborhoods nestled between Boston Common and the Financial District. Locally known as Downtown Crossing, it offers a vibrant urban setting that is home to the Theater District and near the popular Chinatown district. Many of Boston’s newest and tallest full-service residential towers are located here and the proximity to the financial district and the waterfront make this a highly desirable neighborhood especially for those wanting to walk to work.
What to Love
- Boston Ballet
- World-class performance venues
- Full-service luxury, high-rise living
- A short walk to Chinatown, the Financial District, Back Bay, and Beacon Hill
- Emerson College
Local Lifestyle
Midtown is a bustling and energetic neighborhood with a mix of shopping, commercial space, and a hub for performing arts. Renowned for its live theater productions, musicals, plays, and concerts there is always something to see, do, and experience. The numerous dining options and access to the oldest park in the country, Boston Common, make Downtown Crossing a destination to call home.
Dining
MAST’ RESTAURANT is a two-story Neapolitan restaurant that has been awarded the only AVPN-certified location for Vera Pizza Napoletana in Massachusetts.
This is the 2nd location for BOSTON CHOPS a popular South End steakhouse. Conveniently located across from the Opera House this a great spot to visit before heading to the theatre. The restaurant has a moody décor and is known for classic steakhouse fare and seafood towers.
JIM CURLEY'S is cozy establishment that serves American comfort food, a vast selection of American whiskies and rotating craft beers. The rustic bar setting with its exposed brick and original wood floors will transcend you to the days of lore when establishments were about good food and better company.
Located in the Ritz-Carlton, Boston is the recently redesigned AVERY BAR. This sumptuous hotel lobby bar evokes the feeling of being in a luxurious fireplace living room. In contrast, the ARTISAN BISTRO feels airy and modern with menus showcasing farm-to-table fare, signature martinis, and handcrafted cocktails.
Steps from the performance venues is SIP WINE BAR AND KITCHEN serving a unique wine-tasting menu and upscale American fare.
LEGAL SEA FOODS is an iconic restaurant known for its incredibly fresh seafood, also located steps from the Opera House.
Enter YVONNE’S through a discreet entrance to one of the most beautiful restaurants in Boston, designed with studded marble counters, mahogany accents, and glittering crystal chandeliers. This modern-day supper club specializes in large format dishes ideal for sharing and an extensive cocktail program.
Entertainment / Shopping
Enjoy live theater productions (on and off Broadway), concerts, comedy shows, and dance performances at spectacular venues like the BOSTON OPERA HOUSE, the WANG THEATRE, the CUTLER MAJESTIC THEATRE, SHUBERT THEATRE, or the ORPHEUM CONCERT THEATREe. Regardless of your mood, the ever-changing concert schedule offers something for everyone.
The retail scene is characterized by a mix of department stores, boutiques, and street vendors. In the mood for jewelry or a designer watch then be sure to visit the multi-story Jewelers Building that houses 100+ retail and wholesalers.
Things to Do
In addition to the live arts scene, there are many historical sites in midtown on the famed FREEDOM TRAIL. Here are a few noteworthy places to visit:
- KING'S CHAPEL BURYING GROUND is a famous 18th-century Anglican church, and the adjacent 1630 KING'S CHAPEL BURYING GROUND is one of Boston's oldest cemeteries.
- GRANARY BURYING GROUND is the final resting place of many notable figures, including Paul Revere, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams.
- OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE was the largest building in colonial Boston and where the Boston Tea party was organized.
- OLD CITY HALL which is an impressive example of 19th-century architecture that once served as Boston's city hall and government center.
Recently unveiled in Boston Common is the “THE EMBRACE” statue that honors the important work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Interested in culture, CHINATOWN is only a short walk away and offers authentic Asian restaurants, specialty grocery stores, and art.
