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Further Distractions Bird's Eye Views There are two specific buildings offering great views of Boston and both are in the same part of town a little to the southwest of Boston Common. The John Hancock Observatory is the tallest building in New England (227m/740ft), built in 1972, with a viewing area on the 60th floor. There are also interactive exhibits, narrations about the skyline, high-powered telescopes and interactive quizzes. Copley Square, 200 Clarendon Street Tel: (617) 572 6429. Fax: (617) 247 1977. Website: www.jhancock.com Transport: Subway Copley station. Opening hours: Daily 0900-2300 (Sun in Nov-Apr 0900-1700). Ticket office closes one hour earlier. Admission: US$6. The Prudential Tower's Skywalk is on the 50th floor and offers a full 360 degree panorama of Boston. There is a restaurant at the top, which often has live jazz. Prudential Center, 800 Boylston Street Tel: (617) 859 0648. Website: www.prudentialcenter.com/visitors/tours Transport: Subway Bay Back/Prudential/Copley stations. Opening hours: Daily 1000-2200. Admission: US$6. |
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