Hotel and Travel
WHILE IN BOSTON…
Official Hotels
NCTE has negotiated high-quality hotel options at price points that range from $175 to $259 a night. To help ease your travel planning, onPeak, the only official hotel booking provider for the 2024 NCTE Annual Convention, offers flexible change and cancellation policies. Booking your reservations through onPeak guarantees you’ll receive the lowest rates and also allows NCTE to effectively document the impact that the NCTE Annual Convention has on the host city. This information is critical in negotiating the best deals for our attendees in future years. These hotels will not offer the discounted Convention rates if you contact them directly.
Please Note: The housing blocks that NCTE negotiated are sold out, but you may be able to find some limited availability using the “Book Attendee Hotel” button below.
Meet Boston, the Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau, has a booking page where you can search available rooms throughout the city. Under “location,” please filter by “Boston-Seaport District” to show availability closest to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Please note that any booking through this site is not part of NCTE’s negotiated hotel block and bookings made through this site will be transactions directly with the properties.
Unofficial, third-party websites posing as NCTE are a cybersecurity risk and can result in identity theft. We highly recommend that you only use the links provided on NCTE’s official housing site and emails to securely book your room online.
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Transportation
Airport
Boston Logan International Airport is an eight-minute taxi/rideshare ride from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC), or you can use the MBTA’s Silver Line to and from the airport via the World Trade Center stop across from the BCEC. The Silver Line is complimentary from Logan Airport (including a free transfer to the Red Line and easy connections to Commuter Rail and regional buses at South Station) and operates from 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., seven days a week. Take the Silver Line back to the airport for only $2.40, with drop-off and pick-up directly in front of each terminal.
Train/Bus
The BCEC is a 15-minute walk from South Station, one of Boston’s major transportation hubs. South Station provides local services via bus, subway (Red Line), and the regional Commuter Rail, plus service across the country through Amtrak and bus.
Parking
To self-park ($25 and $50 for oversized vehicles), use the South Parking lot. Accessible parking spaces are also located in this lot, closest to the building (the same parking rates apply). For information about additional nearby parking, please click here.
Airline Discount Program
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for NCTE Annual Convention participants.
Please click here to book your flights.
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1-800-328-1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. ET and refer to Meeting Event Code NY3H5.
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via their reservation 800 number.
OFFICIAL BOOKSELLER FOR THE CONVENTION
Located in Acton, MA, The Silver Unicorn Bookstore welcomes and serves people of all ages. We serve you by stressing convenience, curation and community, and are especially adept at serving the school and library market! Stop by their booth in the Exhibit Hall!
Things To Do
Local Bookstores
Explore Boston’s rich literary culture by visiting its charming local bookstores.
Historical Sites
- Freedom Trail: Walk the 2.5-mile trail that passes by 16 historically significant sites.
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum: Experience the interactive exhibits and reenactments.
- Paul Revere House: Visit the home of the American Revolution patriot.
Museums and Galleries
- Museum of Fine Arts: Discover an extensive collection of art from around the world.
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: Enjoy art in a beautiful, historic setting.
- New England Aquarium: Explore marine life with family-friendly exhibits.
Parks and Outdoor Activities
- Boston Common: Relax in America’s oldest public park.
- Boston Public Garden: Take a swan boat ride and enjoy the beautiful gardens.
- Charles River Esplanade: Walk, jog, or bike along the scenic riverfront.
Food and Dining
- Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall: Sample a variety of foods from local vendors.
- North End: Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in Boston’s historic Italian neighborhood.
- Seaport District: Dine with a view at one of the many waterfront restaurants.
Shopping
- Newbury Street: Shop at a mix of high-end boutiques and unique local stores.
- Copley Place: Explore this upscale shopping mall with a variety of luxury brands.
Entertainment and Nightlife
- Theater District: Catch a Broadway show or a local production.
- Fenway Park: Attend a Red Sox game or take a tour of the historic ballpark.
- Live Music Venues: Visit venues like the House of Blues for live performances.
Tours and Excursions
- Duck Tours: See the city by land and water on these iconic amphibious vehicles.
- Harbor Cruises: Enjoy scenic views of the Boston skyline from the water.
- Ghost Tours: Discover the spooky history of Boston on a guided night tour.
For more information about Boston’s top sites, tours, museums, and festivals, visit the Meet Boston Website for details and discounts.
For information on restaurants and attractions near the BCEC, please use this interactive MAP.