Boston Electric Boats

Research compiled for Boston Electric Boats customer FAQ.

Date: 2026-03-19. Rates are approximate and should be verified before publishing.

1. Parking Garages & Lots Nearby

On-Site / Closest

Name	Address	Distance	Approx. Rate	Notes
Lewis Wharf Parking	641 Lewis Wharf (entrance on Atlantic Ave)	On-site	~$15-25/day	Small lot; attendants may need to move cars. Can fill up on busy days. Rating: 2.2/5 on Parkopedia.
Sargent's Wharf Lot	269 Commercial St	~1 min walk (~125 ft)	~$19-30/day (weekday ~$19, weekend ~$24)	Open 24/7. Self-park. Handicap accessible. Oversize vehicles OK. No in/out privileges. Operated by Propark.
290 Commercial St Lot	290 Commercial St	~2 min walk	~$29/day	Outdoor lot. Bookable on SpotHero/ParkWhiz.

Within 5-Minute Walk

Name	Address	Distance	Approx. Rate	Notes
Battery Wharf Garage	2 Battery Wharf	~0.2 mi (~4 min walk)	~$25/day	Underground, valet-assist.
Dock Square Garage	20 New Sudbury St	~0.3 mi (~5 min walk)	$9 (0-20 min), $18 (20-40 min), $28 (40-60 min), $40 max/day	Early bird special available (arrive before 8 AM). Operated by LAZ Parking.
Boston Harbor Garage	70 East India Row	~0.3 mi (~5 min walk)	~$25-28/day; early bird $15 (arrive 5-8:30 AM, depart after 4 PM)	Can be expensive for short stays ($37 for 3 hrs reported).

Within 10-Minute Walk

Name	Address	Distance	Approx. Rate	Notes
North End Garage	600 Commercial St	~0.4 mi (~8 min walk)	$8 (0-30 min), $14 (30-60 min), $22 (90 min-2 hrs), $26 (2-10 hrs), $36 (10-24 hrs)	Operated by Pilgrim Parking. Detailed hourly tiers.
Government Center Garage	50 New Sudbury St	~0.5 mi (~9 min walk)	~$38/day	Large garage. Event rate: $40.

Budget Tips

Pre-book online via SpotHero, ParkWhiz, or BestParking for discounted rates (often 30-50% off walk-up prices).
Early bird specials at Dock Square Garage and Boston Harbor Garage can save significantly.
Sargent's Wharf and the Lewis Wharf lot are the closest options and often cheapest for a full day.

2. Public Transit (MBTA / "The T")

Nearest Subway Station: Aquarium (Blue Line)

Line: Blue Line
Address: State Street at Atlantic Avenue (under the surface)
Walking distance to Lewis Wharf: Approximately 0.4 miles / 5-7 minute walk north along Atlantic Avenue
Walking directions:

1. Exit Aquarium station onto Atlantic Avenue

2. Turn right (north) and walk along Atlantic Avenue

3. Pass Long Wharf and Commercial Wharf on your right

4. Lewis Wharf / 28 Atlantic Ave will be on your right

Connections: The Blue Line connects to the Orange Line at State Street station and the Green Line at Government Center (both one stop away)

Alternative Station: Haymarket (Orange Line + Green Line)

Lines: Orange Line, Green Line
Address: New Sudbury Street at Congress Street
Walking distance to Lewis Wharf: Approximately 0.5 miles / 8-10 minute walk
Walking directions:

1. Exit Haymarket station

2. Walk east on New Sudbury Street toward the waterfront

3. Turn right (south) on Atlantic Avenue

4. Lewis Wharf / 28 Atlantic Ave will be on your left

Bonus: Haymarket station is right next to the famous Haymarket open-air produce market (Fri/Sat) and Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market

Bus Service

Nearest bus stop: Atlantic Ave @ Commercial Wharf (MBTA stop #30235) -- essentially at Lewis Wharf
Useful routes: Several bus routes run along Atlantic Avenue
SL4 (Silver Line): Runs along the waterfront corridor

Commuter Rail

North Station is approximately 0.7 miles / 12-15 minute walk from Lewis Wharf
Serves the Fitchburg, Haverhill, Lowell, and Newburyport/Rockport commuter rail lines
Walking: Head west on Commercial St, then north on Causeway St

Ferry

Long Wharf (a few wharves south) has ferry service to Charlestown Navy Yard, the Harbor Islands, and other destinations

3. Street Parking

Metered Parking on Atlantic Avenue

Location: Meters exist along Atlantic Avenue between The Sail Loft restaurant and Sargent's Wharf (directly in the Lewis Wharf area)
Time limit: 2 hours maximum
Active hours: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Rate: Standard Boston meter rate (~$1.25/hr, varies by zone)
Payment: Coins, credit/debit cards, or the ParkBoston app
CRITICAL: These meters convert to resident-only parking from 6:00 PM to 8:00 AM. You will be ticketed/towed if parked during resident hours without a permit.

Sundays & Holidays

All Boston parking meters are FREE on Sundays -- no time limits apply
Meters are also free on major holidays

Other Nearby Metered Streets

North Washington Street (between Cooper St and Charlestown Bridge): Meters here are open to anyone 24/7, making them more flexible for evening/night use
Commercial Street: Some metered spots, check posted signs

Street Parking Tips

1. Arrive early -- street spots near the waterfront fill up fast, especially in summer

2. Read the signs carefully -- many spots switch between meter and resident-only at different times

3. Download the ParkBoston app before arriving to avoid fumbling with the meter

4. 2-hour limit makes street parking impractical for longer boat rentals -- use a garage instead

5. Summer weekends are the hardest time to find street parking in the North End waterfront area

6. Street cleaning: Watch for posted street cleaning schedules, which temporarily prohibit parking

4. Recommended Options by Scenario

Scenario	Best Option
Quick trip (< 2 hours)	Street meters on Atlantic Ave (free on Sundays) or Lewis Wharf lot
Half-day boat rental	Sargent's Wharf Lot (~$19) or pre-book Dock Square Garage online
Full day on the water	Pre-book via SpotHero for best rate; Sargent's Wharf or Lewis Wharf lot
Evening departure	North End Garage or Battery Wharf Garage (avoid Atlantic Ave meters -- they become resident-only at 6 PM)
Coming by T	Blue Line to Aquarium station (5-7 min walk)
Coming from North Shore	Commuter rail to North Station (12-15 min walk) or Blue Line to Aquarium
Coming from South Shore	Red Line to Downtown Crossing, transfer to Blue Line to Aquarium
Arriving by car, budget-conscious	Early bird at Dock Square ($9 before 8 AM) or Boston Harbor Garage ($15 early bird)