Car Rental Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

Boston Logan Airport is a gateway to the United States, so you deserve an onward journey that’s just as impressive. Car rental allows you to unlock all the freedom of the open road and take in everything Beantown and the surrounding area has to offer.

The airport is located in East Boston, so the city centre is just a short drive away. Join the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) then cross Main Channel until you emerge in the central tourism and business district near Fort Point in South Boston.

If you’re wanting to go further afield, Interstate 93 lets you cross over to Cambridge in the north or wind your way south along the Massachusetts coastline.

Top attractions near Boston include Salem, where you’ll find haunting attractions dedicated to the historic witch trials. Use the scenic Salem Turnpike (MA-107) to take a picturesque route through coastal marshland. Continue north on Interstate 95 to find the New Hampshire border.

Massachusetts also boasts great beaches and top coastal resorts. Cape Cod Bay is home to some of the best, including Falmouth, Orleans and colourful Provincetown. Use I-93 to journey south from Boston, then the Pilgrims Highway (MA-3) to reach Cape Cod. From here, US-6 provides the simplest route through the bay to Provincetown.

A network of wide highways makes it simple to travel through inland Massachusetts or south into Rhode Island and Connecticut. The Massachusetts Turnpike (1-90) winds between all the major towns in the Bay State, while the I-95 and I-395 provide simple routes to the Connecticut border. Rhode Island is the smallest U.S. state – cruise south on I-95 to reach the state border in just over an hour.

Toll roads around Boston are electronic-only, so speak to our team to set up easy payments. The usual speed limit is 70mph (112km/h) for rural freeways, with a 45mph (72km/h) minimum speed limit.

On other four-lane divided highways it’s set at 65mph (104km/h) and 55mph (88km/h) for all other highways. Many of the speed limits around central Boston are 25mph (40km/h) – which is strictly enforced.

Massachusetts’ charming capital boasts a number of landmark attractions, from innovative art institutions to walking tours through centuries of history.

If you’re planning to journey further afield, there’s plenty to discover on the picturesque Massachusetts coastline.

Capital attractions

Boston is a great spot for a city break, whether you prefer romance, history or luxury shopping. The City on a Hill has always had a strong sense of identity.

Stroll along the Inner Harbor to taste local seafood dishes and stop off at top attractions, from the Institute of Contemporary Art to the New England Aquarium. Here you can take the whole family to learn about marine life through close encounters and exhibits.

Take the Freedom Trail from picturesque Boston Common to stroll through 300 years of history. You’ll pass important sites from the American Revolutionary War and the famous Boston Tea Party. You can even learn about how the Pilgrims lived in Massachusetts’ second colony.

Head downtown to meander between sky-high buildings into high-end retail districts or to catch a show in the Theatre District. In this modern city, centuries-old venues sit side-by-side with 21st-century financial centres.

Salem and the Massachusetts coast

The Massachusetts coastline is known for its rugged cliff faces, wet marshland and pure white sand. Take to the road to see everything from paradise beaches to the witching legacy of Salem.

Salem is a short drive north of Boston, making it the perfect stop for a day trip. There are dozens of witch-themed sights to explore. You can see a re-enactment of the infamous witch trials of 1692, or witness the Haunted Happenings Halloween festival each October.

Once you’re thoroughly spooked, head south to sample a taste of the idyllic Cape Cod coastline. Here you’ll find kilometres of rolling white sand, and towns as far out in spirit as they are by location.

Provincetown is the colourful destination of choice for creatives and revellers who want to mix city and sand. Dip into art installations, then rent a bicycle to explore a web of rugged coastal trails.

See the New England Patriots

The New England area is famous for its sporting legacy – basketball and volleyball were both invented in 19th-century Massachusetts.

The New England Patriots were an original member of the American Football League, and have had a string of Super Bowl successes through their long and rich history.

The stadium is located outside of Boston, close to the town of Foxborough. It’s easy to reach by road – simply cruise down I-95 then exit onto the Boston Providence Highway (MA-1) until you reach the New England Revolution at the Gillette Stadium.

Rent a car from Boston Logan Airport to make the most of your stay in New England.