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Public transit

The MBTA’s Red, Orange, Blue, and Green subway lines, local buses, and Silver Line provide the practical backbone for most Boston visits. Contactless bank cards, phones, and watches can be tapped at subway gates and on buses where supported; CharlieCards, CharlieTickets, and the mTicket app cover other fare situations. Commuter Rail trips use zones and are separate from the subway fare structure.

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Central districts are walkable, so combine the T with short walks rather than changing trains for every stop. Check live service alerts and elevator access on mbta.com before setting out, especially for Friday prayer, children’s equipment, or a timed museum entry.

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