A Quick Reference Guide to the Boston Convention and Exposition Center
The Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) contains 516,000 sq. feet of exhibit space and is one of the largest exhibition halls in the Eastern United States. It only one of four cities in North America to be awarded a gold standard from the International Association of Congress Culture (AIPC)
The Boston Convention and Exposition Center
The BCEC was completed in 2004 amid controversy about its proximity to hotels. After a rocky start, the convention center saw an increase in shows and attendees when a new Westin opened. Beginning in August 2015, a diesel multiple unit service between the Back Bay (where the highest concentration of hotels are located) and the BCEC began operation, for a more convenient stay and trade show experience in Boston.
Getting Around Boston
The main airport in Boston is Logan International
Driving Directions
From Logan International Airport and Route 1A South:
- Take I-90 West/Ted Williams Tunnel to Exit 25 “South Boston”
- At the top of the ramp, turn right onto Congress Street
- Turn right onto D Street
- After the highway ramp, turn right onto Summer Street
- Go one intersection, turn left onto East Side Drive
Parking
To self-park ($15 and $30 for oversized vehicles), from Summer Street, turn onto East Side Drive, drive past the valet area, and continue straight along the side of the building. At the end of the building, make a right and go down the ramp. At the bottom of the ramp, turn left and you will see the entrance to the South Parking lot in front of you.
Valet parking is available during most events for $25. To access from Summer Street, turn onto East Side Drive and the valet area will be immediately on your right. We accept cash and all major credit cards.
BCEC Dining
While exhibiting at the BCEC, you will want to take advantage of the convention center cuisine and there are many options to choose from on your break from the booth. You can choose snacks, a full lunch and even have options for gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian and nut-free food.
Wicked Good Market– Variety of different option: salads, Asian bowls, burritos, pizza and pasta
Samuel Adams Pub-Local brew pub offering Sam Adams beer and traditional Boston fare
Outtakes-Coffee, snacks, pastries and packaged sandwiches.
Taxis, Uber ad Lyft
Taxi-Luck7Taxi
Uber-Uber Moves Boston
Lyft-For Boston
Boston Hotels
There are numerous hotel choices when staying Boston. The following are the closest hotels to the convention center:
Intercontinental Boston-0.1 miles from BCEC
The Langham, Bosotn- 0.1 miles from BCEC
Hilton Boston Downtown-0.2 miles from BCEC
Boston Harbor Hotel-0.2 miles from BCEC
Club Quarters Boston-0.2 miles from BCEC
Have a wonderful stay in Boston and a great show!
