Parking Near Boston Marathon Finish Line, Back Bay
Where Can I Park for the Boston Marathon Finish Line?
The Boston Marathon Finish Line is at 665 Boylston Street in Back Bay, and the finish area is best treated as a walk-up destination. Parksy lists covered parking at 100 Clarendon St, 0.2 mi away, for $12 a day. Back Bay station is also 0.2 mi away, with a 5 min walk to the finish.
- Address
- 665 Boylston Street
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Covered Parking in Boston, MA - 100 Clarendon St., 0.2 mi (4 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Back Bay station, 0.2 mi (5 min walk)
Parking Near Back Bay
Visitors at a city landmark Photo: Pexels / Calvin Seng
Parking at the Boston Marathon Finish Line on Boylston Street
The Boston Marathon Finish Line is at 665 Boylston Street in Back Bay.
Drivers heading to the site should treat the finish area as a walk-up destination rather than expect an attraction car park. The Back Bay location is 153 yd from Back Bay center, placing the finish directly within a dense central neighborhood rather than beside a dedicated event parking facility.
Parksy Parking Spaces Within 0.3 Miles of the Finish
Parksy lists a covered space at 100 Clarendon St, 0.2 mi from the site, for $12 a day. A space at 199 Clarendon St is also 0.2 mi away and costs $14 a day, giving drivers two nearby Back Bay options for a day visit.
Covered parking at 100 Huntington Ave is 0.3 mi away for $30 a day. Two other covered garage spaces are 0.3 mi from the finish, each priced at $18 a day. A secure space at Neighbor Self Storage is also 0.3 mi away and costs $85 a month.
Suggested Garages and MBTA Parking for the Back Bay Finish
Using a garage outside the restricted streets can make the final approach on foot more predictable during the race.
The MBTA’s marathon guide says drivers can park at an MBTA station, with daily parking rates of $2 – $15 and payment available through the PayByPhone app (mbta.com). Station parking offers an alternative to trying to drive into the crowded finish-area streets.
Back Bay Station and the Walk to the Marathon Finish
Back Bay station is the nearest station to the finish line. The station is 0.2 mi away, with a 5 min walk to 665 Boylston Street.
Drivers using an MBTA station can combine station parking with the final walk into Back Bay, while visitors already in central Boston can approach the site without bringing a car into the event zone.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for the Boston Marathon Finish Line?
The Boston Marathon Finish Line is at 665 Boylston Street in Back Bay, and the finish area is best treated as a walk-up destination. Parksy lists covered parking at 100 Clarendon St, 0.2 mi away, for $12 a day. Back Bay station is also 0.2 mi away, with a 5 min walk to the finish.
How Close Is Parking to the Boston Marathon Finish Line?
Parksy lists spaces 0.2 mi from the Boston Marathon Finish Line at 100 Clarendon St for $12 a day and 199 Clarendon St for $14 a day. Covered parking at 100 Huntington Ave and two other covered garage spaces are 0.3 mi away, while Neighbor Self Storage is also 0.3 mi away.
How Much Does Nearby Parking Cost?
Nearby Parksy options include $12 a day at 100 Clarendon St, $14 a day at 199 Clarendon St, and $30 a day at 100 Huntington Ave. Two covered garage spaces cost $18 a day each. A secure space at Neighbor Self Storage costs $85 a month.
Can I Use MBTA Station Parking for the Marathon Finish?
The MBTA’s marathon guide says drivers can park at an MBTA station, with daily parking rates of $2 – $15. Payment is available through the PayByPhone app at mbta.com. Station parking offers an alternative to trying to drive into the crowded finish-area streets.
Which Station Is Closest to the Boston Marathon Finish Line?
Back Bay station is the nearest station to the Boston Marathon Finish Line. It is 0.2 mi away, with a 5 min walk to 665 Boylston Street. Drivers can combine station parking with the final walk into Back Bay, while visitors in central Boston can approach without bringing a car into the event zone.
Should I Drive Directly to the Finish Area?
The finish area is at 665 Boylston Street in Back Bay, a dense central neighborhood 153 yd from Back Bay center. Treat it as a walk-up destination rather than expecting an attraction car park. Using a garage outside the restricted streets can make the final approach on foot more predictable during the race.
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