470 Atlantic Avenue Building
For a bird's eye view of the Fort Point Channel and the Rose Kennedy Greenway, head to the 14th floor observation deck at 470 Atlantic Ave (also known as Independence Wharf). From there you'll be able to see Logan Airport, the Harbor Islands, including Deer Island -- site of the Boston Harbor treatment plant -- and the Blue Hills Reservation. Binoculars and benches are available on the exterior observation deck. There is also an interior viewing area adjacent to the 14th floor observation deck which is also open to the public. Although there is still debate about where exactly the Boston Tea Party occurred, review of historical Boston maps and accounts of the event indicate that the location may have been at Griffin's Wharf, adjacent to Independence Wharf. For more information on the history of the site, there is an excellent video presentation in the lobby. at 470 Atlantic Ave. Restrooms for the general public are available on the ground floor. As of 22 March 2007, visitors can enjoy an uninterrupted walk along this segment of the HarborWalk, thanks to the newly opened connection between the InterContinental Hotel and Independence Wharf.
The 14th Floor Observation Deck at 470 Atlantic Ave is free and open to the public, Monday - Saturday 10-5.
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