Local Information

The conference will take place in the Questrom School of Business, located at 595 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

To Kenmore Square

From the West (I-90): Take Mass Pike (I-90) East to Exit 18 (Brighton/Cambridge). Exit left. Follow signs to Cambridge to second set of lights. Turn right at lights onto Storrow Drive/Soldiers Field Road. Exit Storrow Drive at Kenmore exit. Follow local directions below.

From the North (I-93): Take I-93 South or Route 1 South to Boston to Storrow Drive (Exit 26). Continue on Storrow to Kenmore (exit from left/center lane). Follow local directions below.

From the South (I-93): Take I-93 North to Boston to Storrow Drive (Exit 26). Continue on Storrow to Kenmore (exit from left/center lane). Follow local directions below.

From Logan Airport: Take Route 1-A through Sumner Tunnel. Follow signs onto Expressway North (I-93). Take Back Bay/Storrow Drive exit (Exit 26) and follow signs onto Storrow Drive. Continue on Storrow to Kenmore (exit from left/center lane). Follow local directions below.

To Questrom (local directions)

After taking the Kenmore exit off Storrow Drive, turn right at first set of traffic lights onto Beacon Street. At this point, the road forks; the right fork is Bay State Road. Take left fork, which leads into Kenmore Square. In the Square, bear right onto Commonwealth Avenue. Boston University Questrom School of Business is located in the Rafik B. Hariri building at 595 Commonwealth Avenue, directly across from the Metcalf Science Building.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

The Questrom School of Business is located directly across from the Blandford stop on the ‘B’ branch of the MBTA Green Line. Alternatively, passengers can take the 'B', 'C' or 'D' Green Line branches to Kenmore Square, and then walk to Questrom, which is less than 5 minutes walk from Kenmore Square. There are also numerous MBTA bus lines which service Kenmore Square and Commonwealth Avenue. For additional MBTA trip planning, consult MBTA Trip Planner.

NEARBY HOTELS

There are a variety of hotels to choose from in the vicinity. A selection of nearby hotels is listed below.

The Hotel Commonwealth

500 Commonwealth Ave. 617-933-5000.

Residence Inn by Marriott, Boston Back Bay/Fenway

125 Brookline Ave. 617-236-8787

The Verb Hotel

1271 Boylston St. 617-566-4500

NEARBY RESTAURANTS

There are many restaurants located very near the conference venue. In addition to many chain restaurants, a selected sample is given below.

Noodle Street

627 Commonwealth Ave. 617-536-3100

Scoozi

580 Commonwealth Ave. 617-536-7777

Eastern Standard

528 Commonwealth Ave. Boston MA 02215. 617-532-9100

Island Creek Oyster Bar

500 Commonwealth Ave. 617-532-5300

India Quality

484 Commonwealth Ave. 617-267-4499

Fin's Sushi and Grill

636 Beacon St. 617-267-8888

Audobon

838 Beacon St. 617-421-1910

AREA ATTRACTIONS

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Red Sox Baseball:

It may be the off-season, but you can take a tour of America’s most iconic park year round. Find information and purchase tour tickets the Red Sox official website

Fanueil Hall Marketplace:

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Freedom Trail:

Follow history as it weaves through some of Boston’s most famous sites. Walk along the trail on your own or purchase a guided tour.

Museums and Historical Sites:

Boston’s museums are among the finest in the country. Whether you’re looking for culture, art, history, science, or just plain fun, you’re sure to find something fascinating. Check out this list of Boston Museums and attractions.

Performing Arts and Entertainment:

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Shopping:

Treating yourself to something high end or are you hunting for the best deal? No worries, Boston’s got you covered. We’ve got great shopping for every budget and taste.

America’s Walking City:

Simply set out downtown and experience the magic of Newbury Street, the Public Garden, and the Boston Common, stopping at any number of restaurants and cafes.