Downtown Crossing, Boston

Downtown Crossing is a shopping district in Boston located due east of Boston Common and west of the Financial District. It features large department stores as well as eateries, music stores, souvenir sellers, general retail establishments, and many street vendors – you could, literally, make a day of it! The section of Washington St. between Temple and Bromfield streets (and portions of Winter and Summer streets) are closed to most vehicular traffic; pedestrians may walk freely.

The whole area is safe and vibrant with street entertainers/musicians frequenting on a structured basis to entertain all in the mood for such; quirky, innovative and always enjoyable – a colorful insight into the lot of a Bostonian. And finally, it is quite smart and picturesque, too, with characterfully designed buildings most impressive on the eye.

Why You Should Visit:
Fantastic shopping area not just because it houses Boston's edition of Macy's but, for some at least, because it is the location of the best supermarket that you'll ever come across anywhere in the USA – Roche Bros. Not so much an opportunity to shop – more an experience to be savored.

Tip:
Check out the Summer Street Markets, as well as the holiday market that happens here!