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Welcome to Demo Destination THINGS TO SEE PLACES TO EAT PLACES TO STAY WHERE TO DOCK The historic seaport of Salem, on the North Shore of

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Welcome to Salem THINGS TO SEE PLACES TO EAT PLACES TO STAY WHERE TO DOCK The historic seaport of Salem, on the North Shore of Massachusetts,

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Massachusetts Together. Let's Explore Let's Explore Massachusetts Massachusetts offers an array of boating destinations for all enthusiasts. Along its coastline, the Atlantic Ocean provides opportunities for
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The city of Quincy, Massachusetts, is well known for its history, but its boating scene deserves equal billing. Its 27 Miles of coastline comprises beaches, rivers
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The city of Quincy, Massachusetts, is well known for its history, but its boating scene deserves equal billing. Its 27 Miles of coastline comprises beaches, rivers
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Quincy Together. Let's Explore Welcome to Quincy Destination Quincy Quincy, provides tourists with a rich boating experience, including cruises along the Neponset River and exploration of
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Quincy Together. Let's Explore Welcome to Quincy The city of Quincy, Massachusetts, is well known for its history, but its boating scene deserves equal billing. Its
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DESTINATION QUINCY

Harbormaster:
City of Quincy Harbormaster; 617-748-5896; VHF 16 and 13, Working Channel: 12, Pump-Out Boat (857-499-8314, VHF Channel 9

General Information:
Discover Quincy 617-376-1110; The official Tourism Agency for the City 0f Quincy

Getting Around:
With four MBTA Red Line subway stops and numerous bus routes, Quincy offers easy access to public transportation. In Quincy, the MBTA’s Red Line trains stop at North Quincy, Wollaston, Quincy Center and Quincy Adams stations.

DESTINATION QUINCY

Dockage, Moorings & Service:

Safe Harbors Marina Bay 617-847 1800; Large, full-service marina on Dorchester Bay with transient slips and dockage for large yachts. Also offers fuel dock, haul-out, repairs, ice, WiFi, water, electric, laundry, restrooms with showers, pump-out and access to a complex of shops and restaurants.

Marine Max Boston 617-288-1000; On the Town River, this large, full-service facility has fuel, haul-out, repair, WiFi and transient slips.

Captain’s Cove Marina 617-479-2440; Deep-water marina on the Town River. Can accommodate vessels up to 80’. Water, power, fuel, picnic area, grills, showers, bathrooms and WiFi access. Pet-friendly.

Town River Marina 617-745-9813; Moorings and slips on the protected Town River.

Anchorages:
Boaters can often find room to anchor just outside the Marina Bay breakwater and the main channel, in 8’ to 12’ of water. However, this area is exposed to northerly winds and boat wakes. A smaller but more protected anchorage can be found off Savin Hill’s Fox Point in 8’ of water.

Launch Ramp:
Houghs Neck Maritime Center features a good launch facility with a wide ramp, tie-up floats and parking for some 20 rigs.

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Dining:
WaterClub 617-481-1070; Fun, lively club, bar and restaurant with outdoor seating and indoor dancing at Marina Bay with. Also has a roof deck.

Victory Point 617-471-3511; Casual restaurant at Marina Bay; offers indoor and outdoor seating with an elevated take on Italian dining and classic New England fare.

Siros + Blue  617-472-4500; Upscale dining on the boardwalk at Marina Bay. Menu features a variety of creative seafood, steak and chicken dishes, pasta, salads and appetizers. Offers awesome views of the Boston skyline.

RealHouse Marina Bay 617-500-0884, A nautical lifestyle with its’ distinctive yacht like design, globally influenced seafood menu, vibrant tropical cocktails, and inviting atmosphere.  The restaurant features a 40 seat mahogany bar, tufted booth seating, and outdoor waterfront patio dining.

Bay Point Waterfront   617-472-3200; iDock-and-dine restaurant and bar with great views at Bay Pointe Marina on the Town River.

Venezia 617-436-3120; Dock-and-dine restaurant in Dorchester Bay, at the Russo Marine facility on the Neponset River. Great water and Boston views.

Port 305 617-302-4447; Enjoy drinks and meals while sitting waterfront, overlooking the Marina Bay and the Boston skyline. Enjoy a light salad, seafood dish, burger, flat bread pizza while enjoying our outdoor seating.

Donato’s Gelato 617-315-4330; Open during the season.

Provisions:
Marina Bay is home to the Marina Bay Market, 617-405-4058; a small market with basic provisions. Larger supermarkets and pharmacies are nearby as well.

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Things To Do:
Boston Harbor Islands National Park 617-223-8666; Unique Park with 12 diverse islands and peninsulas for exploring. There are 1,600 acres and 35 miles of undeveloped ocean shoreline on the islands. Some islands (Bumpkin, Grape, Lovells) offer campsites and yurts, and Spectacle Island has a public marina and visitor’s center.

John F. Kennedy Library 617-514-1600; Boaters can actually access this fascinating library on Columbia Point by anchoring southwest of the point and taking a dinghy to the Fox Point Pavilion and Boat Dock, managed by UMass Boston. From here it’s a short walk along the Harbor Walk to the library, which contains multi-media exhibits on the life of JFK, as well as 7 million presidential documents in its manuscripts collection.

Where to Stay:
Best Western Adams Inn Quincy 617-328-1500: Shuttles to Marina Bay

Shopping:
Marina Bay Living 617-266-2296; offering gift items, small home goods, and apparel for children, women and men.  Yummy treats and the most delicious array of products from the owner Mario’s region and hometown of Puglia / Bari Italy.