museum
Museum of Fine Arts Boston
One of the most comprehensive art museums in the world, with exceptional collections of Asian, Egyptian, and Impressionist art.
7 km · about 15 min drive
Massachusetts, United States · North America
Mattapan is worth a stop: 11km from Skinny House.
Mattapan is a town located in Massachusetts, United States. With a population of 36,299, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Mattapan sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mattapan to your route.
Mattapan () is a neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Mattapan is the original Massachusett name for the Dorchester area, possibly meaning "a place to sit." At the 2010 census, it had a population of 36,480, with the majority of its population being immigrants.
Like other neighborhoods of the lateRead more
19th and early 20th century, Mattapan developed, residentially and commercially, as the railroads and streetcars made downtown Boston increasingly accessible. Predominantly residential, Mattapan is a mix of public housing, small apartment buildings, single-family houses, and two- and three-family houses (known locally as three-deckers or triple-deckers). Blue Hill Avenue and Mattapan Square, where Blue Hill Avenue, River Street, and Cummins Highway meet, are the commercial heart of the neighborhood, home to banks, law offices, restaurants, and retail shops. The new Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public library opened 2009, at a cost of more than $4 million. Mattapan is next to the green space of Harambee Park in Franklin Field Dorchester. The Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Clark-Cooper Community Gardens, and historic Forest Hill Cemetery all legally in Forest Hills of West Roxbury are considered by some green space within the neighborhood of Mattapan. Mattapan's demographics are diverse, with a large population of Haitians, Caribbean immigrants, and African Americans. Mattapan has public services such as a recently renovated community health center, and constable services. Mattapan MBTA Station is the last stop of the Red Line Extension Trolley which is accessible via Ashmont and other points along the route in Dorchester and Milton.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Mattapan.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Mattapan.
Mattapan offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Mattapan with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Mattapan as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Mattapan is located in Massachusetts, United States, North America. The coordinates are 42.2723 latitude, -71.0870 longitude.
Mattapan has a population of approximately 36,299 people, making it a town in United States.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Mattapan as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Mattapan. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in United States
AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
Full driving guide for United States2 notable places within an hour's drive.
museum
One of the most comprehensive art museums in the world, with exceptional collections of Asian, Egyptian, and Impressionist art.
7 km · about 15 min drive
photogenic
Boston's narrowest house, four storeys tall and just 10.4 feet across at its widest, tapering to 6.2 feet inside: narrow enough to touch both walls. Wedged into Hull Street opposite Copp's Hill Burying Ground.
11 km · about 20 min drive
Other places to explore near Mattapan.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning