Neighborhood walk · South Boston

Broadway to Dorchester Heights

Move from a lively main street to the hill that looks back toward downtown.

By Fun Boston · Published

ZIP areas
02127
Time
35–50 minutes with stops (estimate)
Start
Broadway station
Finish
Dorchester Heights / Thomas Park
Cost
Free outdoors; optional indoor visits may cost extra.

Open walking directions All neighborhood walks →

  1. 01

    Broadway station

    Start by transit and follow West Broadway into the neighborhood.

  2. 02

    West Broadway

    Pause along the shops and look uphill toward the residential streets.

  3. 03

    Dorchester Heights / Thomas Park

    Finish around the hilltop site associated with the 1776 end of the siege of Boston.

Before you go

There is a noticeable climb. The monument grounds can have changing access; the surrounding public streets still make a worthwhile walk.

These are desk-researched route ideas, not field-tested turn-by-turn or accessibility guides. Use the walking map, follow signs and crossings, and check current conditions and opening hours.