Overview
Lynn is a city in Massachusetts north of Boston with a population of about 101,000 in 2020.
2 sights · 2 things to do · 5 places to eat
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Best things about Lynn
Lynn Museum
Exhibits on shoe making. Nearby Waterfront Park has a boardwalk to stroll.
Lynn Shore Reservation
Beautiful ocean views with kid-friendly waves and sand. Connects with Nahant beach.
Lynn Woods Reservation
The second largest municipal park in the U.S. Biking trails.
High Rock Tower Reservation
A small-ish city park with commanding views of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. The centerpiece of the park is the eponymous tower. It's a stone beauty that's been listed on the NHRHP since 1979. The observatory in the tower i…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 79°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Dec. (climate data from nearby Salem)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- BOS Boston Logan International Airport, Boston — 8 mi away (major hub). Directions
- BED Laurence G Hanscom Field, Bedford — 17 mi away. Directions
Given Lynn's proximity to Boston's Logan airport, please refer to the Get In and Get Around sections of that article for most of the details.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Typical meal: about $10 per person at listed restaurants.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Lynn Museum, High Rock Tower Reservation
- Lunch Sin City Superette
- Afternoon Lynn Shore Reservation, Lynn Woods Reservation
- Dinner Monte's Restaurant
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
Given Lynn's proximity to Boston's Logan airport, please refer to the Get In and Get Around sections of that article for most of the details.
By train
Use the Newburyport/Rockport Line departing from North Station in Boston to arrive in Lynn. This stop is in the town center, and you'll find many shops and restaurants within walking distance.
By bus
Various MBTA bus routes travel to and throughout Lynn.
From the south or east, you can use buses 441, 442, or 455 to get to Lynn from Wonderland station. From Saugus you can use buses 426 and 429 to get to Lynn. From Peabody, use buses 435 and 436. From Salem, bus 450 and 455 can get to Lynn.
By boat
The MBTA operates a seasonal ferry service from Boston to Lynn.
By car
You will need to use Route 107 or Route 1A to get to Lynn. You can also use Route 129 from the northwest.
Get around
By car
Routes 1A, 129, 129A, and 107 go throughout Lynn
By bus
MBTA buses 441 and 442 travel along Route 1A of Lynn. Buses 424, 450, and 455 travel along Route 107 of Lynn. Bus 426 travels along Route 129. Most bus routes go to the Lynn commuter rail station, including bus 455 and bus 429.
See
Do
Do High Rock Tower Reservation
A small-ish city park with commanding views of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. The centerpiece of the park is the eponymous tower. It's a stone beauty that's been listed on the NHRHP since 1979. The observatory in the tower is occasionally open to the public for viewings.
Eat
Budget
Eat Sin City Superette
If the Noodle Bar next door feels a bit out of reach, stop in here for options you'll find more affordable and portable. It's also literally a convenience store if you need to stock up on chips, drinks, Advil, and the like.
Eat Monte's Restaurant
Nestled under train tracks, this is your basic spot for sandwiches and salads, alongside pizza and pasta dinners. Offers a decent bar pizza if you're trying to get one north of Boston.
Eat Cafe Colombia
True neighborhood joint serving authentic Colombian food. This place is the real deal. Tiny parking lot behind the building.
Mid-range
Splurge
Eat The Blue Ox
Upscale bistro-style dinner offerings. Extensive beer and wine list, and custom cocktails. Menu updated seasonally. A few cheaper selections on offer if you can make it here before 5PM.
Eat Nightshade Noodle Bar
This restaurant takes cues from French & Vietnamese cuisines, preparing 7-14 course tasting menus. The exact selections served depend on the customer and the ingredients available that day. Anything you want to drink, they have it.
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City / town · 8 listings · 3 mi away
Nahant
City / town · 3 mi away
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