Parking Near JFK Library and Museum

Learn about the life and legacy of the 35th president of the United States and Massachusetts native, John F. Kennedy, in his Presidential Library and Museum in Boston that's dedicated to the great American's memory. Known for his groundbreaking policies and, unfortunately, his assassination in 1963, this forward-thinking president had a lasting effect on politics. At the Library and Museum, you'll find the massive 164,000-square-foot building dedicated to the former president that first opened in 1979. Enjoy a tour of the museum that includes highlights from the Kennedy Administration including the first televised debate, doodles from his notes during the Cuban Missile Crisis meetings, Jacqueline Kennedy's hand-painted closet doors, and a piece of the Berlin Wall.

At the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, you'll be able to see moon rocks, Jacqueline Kenney's spectacular wardrobe pieces, gifts from heads of state to the president, sculptures and painting of Kennedy, handmade artifacts, and a digital archive collection, among other attractions. Peruse information about Kennedy's inauguration, the Peace Corps created by Kennedy, the civil rights movement, and multiple exhibits about the vastly expanded space program under Kennedy's administration. Explore Jacqueline Kennedy's early life and see items originally housed in the oval office. Check out the vast array of written and recorded materials available about Kennedy's presidency in the archives of the library.

After your visit to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, be sure to enjoy the day by heading out to the nearby New England Aquarium or taking a stroll along Boston's Harborwalk. Visit the USS Constitution Museum to enjoy a bit more history by taking a tour of the oldest commissioned naval ship that's still afloat or head over to Marine Park for a seaside picnic.

While you can get to the library and museum via public transportation, if you plan to drive, ensure you have somewhere to park when you get there by using SpotHero to reserve parking on the day of your visit. Remember, parking in the Waterfront area is very limited, and SpotHero will help you avoid having to search for a spot when you arrive.