Get to know the people and purpose behind the Newbury Street League, working together to support the businesses, culture, and community of Boston’s most iconic street.
Newbury Street is an iconic destination nestled in Boston’s historic Back Bay district. Spanning about one mile (eight blocks), from the beautiful Boston Public Garden to Massachusetts Avenue, this vibrant street is famed for its charming 19th-century brownstone buildings, upscale boutiques, art galleries, cozy cafés, and distinctive restaurants, attracting both locals and visitors alike.
19th century Victorian brownstones, beautiful churches, 20th century office buildings, 21st century development reflect Newbury's Street reinvention as the center of commerce in Boston.
From international luxury houses to local independent retailers all of your favorites reside on the street.
Each block of Newbury Street offers a unique experience. Explore every day of the year. Look up and you will find even more hidden gems.
Newbury Street originated in the 19th century as part of a major land reclamation project from the Charles River, creating what we now know as Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. By the late 1800s and early 1900s, the street became one of Boston’s most prestigious residential and commercial areas. Distinguished buildings, such as the Transit Building (built in 1919, now known as 360 Newbury Street) and the Boston Architectural College's brutalist structure (1966, located at 320 Newbury Street), mark the architectural evolution of this storied avenue.
Today, Newbury Street continues to be Boston’s premier shopping destination, boasting over 300 stores, galleries, and salons, alongside approximately 52 cafés and restaurants. The eastern side near Boston Public Garden hosts luxury boutiques, while heading west, you’ll find more diverse, creative, and affordable establishments. The street is also famous for its regular events like “Open Newbury Street,” where traffic is blocked off on selected Sundays in summer and winter, creating a vibrant pedestrian-friendly environment filled with shopping, dining, and cultural activities. This blend of historical charm, upscale commerce, and bustling urban life makes Newbury Street one of Boston’s most beloved landmarks.
Newbury Street is located in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood, stretching from the scenic Boston Public Garden at Arlington Street to Massachusetts Avenue. It’s easily accessible by public transportation, walking, or driving.
Together, we’re a community of passionate shop owners, restauranteurs, and creatives who bring the spirit of Boston’s Back Bay to life through local connections, events, and shared dedication to our historic street.
Proudly supporting the businesses and community of Newbury Street in the heart of Boston.
Copyright © 2025