Brockton
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關於Brockton
Brockton is the sixth largest city in Massachusetts with a population of 106,000 (2020). Self styled as the "City of Champions" thanks to its two hometown boxing heroes, and a thriving high school sports program.
Brockton旅遊指南
如何抵達
By plane Logan International Airport (BOS IATA) in Boston is the closest airport. To get to Brockton, take the free Silver Line 1 bus to South Station, and transfer to the Commuter Rail Fall River/New Bedford Line to Montello or Brockton stations ($8.75), or the Campello station ($9.75). Towards the airport, add $2.40 for the transfer to the Silver Line. To save a few dollars, you can also take the free Silver Line 1 and get a free transfer to the Red Line to Ashmont, and then pay $2.25 for the BAT 12 bus to Brockton. Towards the airport, add $2.40 for the transfer to the Red Line (free transfer to Silver Line). Taxis and rideshare are also available. T.F. Green Airport in Warwick (Rhode Island) (PVD IATA) is also an option.
By bus Brockton Area Transit Authority operates bus route 12 to Ashmont station. The MBTA operates bus 230 to Montello Station from Quincy Center station.
By train MBTA has commuter rail service from Boston's South station with three stops in Brockton. Additionally, the seasonal CapeFlyer between Boston and Cape Cod calls at Brockton railway station.
1 Montello railway station, 150 Spark St, ☏ +1 617 222-3200. (updated Jun 2026) 2 Brockton railway station, 7 Commercial St, ☏ +1 617 222-3200. (updated Jun 2026) 3 Campello railway station, 30 Riverside Ave, ☏ +1 617 222-3200. (updated Jun 2026)
By car Route 24 is the main access road to Brockton. Routes 28 and 123 also pass through the city.
當地交通
Brockton Area Transit Authority, 34 School Street, ☏ +1 508 588-1000. Brockton Area Transit, also called "BAT," operates many buses in the area. (updated Jun 2026)
必看景點
1 Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak St, ☏ +1 508 588-6000. Daily 10AM-5PM. One of the few museums in the US that focus solely on crafts. A wide array of materials is represented and the art is all touchable. Adults $8, seniors and students $5, under 12 free.. (updated Nov 2020) 2 Brockton Fire Museum, 216 North Pearl St. Exhibits the atmosphere and artifacts of a classic Brockton fire station during Victorian times. Features a beautifully restored 1850s Hand-Tub Pumper called "The Protector." Also a memorial dedicated to the memory of the 13 Brockton firemen who were killed in Brockton's Strand Theater disaster in 1941. (updated Nov 2020)
體驗活動
Brockton Rox Baseball, ☏ +1 508 559-7070. Campanelli Stadium, 1 Lexington Av. Apr. 15-Sept 15.
購物
Most, if not all, of Brockton's many shoe factories and outlets are now closed.
Westgate Mall, ☏ +1 508 588-8916. M-Sa 10AM-9PM, Su noon-6PM. Westgate Mall is 10 minutes away and is easy access off of route 24 north. Main stores: Best Buy, Macy's, Dick's Sporting Goods, Foot Action, Finishline, Lids, American Eagle, Pac Sun, and Gamestop. (updated Mar 2022)
美食
Brockton is not a destination for fine dining. Many of the national chain restaurants are available off exits from Route 24.
Cape Cod Cafe Pizza, 979 Main Street, ☏ +1 508 583-9420. 11AM - 10PM. This Greek restaurant has been serving gourmet pizzas since 1939. Cape Cod Cafe offers a large variety of options on its menu; all products are made fresh daily and contain nothing artificial. You cannot go wrong with one of their famous Greek salads or weekly specials. For example the lobster roll which is served every Friday. $9-12. (updated Mar 2022) Italian Kitchen, 1071 Main Street. A restaurant and a small market. Amazing Italian fare. Truly and sadly a very well kept secret. The best sauce you may ever taste. A local favorite for years and virtually unchanged since its inception. Village Pizza and Subs, 830 Crescent Street (Rte. 27), ☏ +1 508-580-1920. M-Sat 10:30-10p Sunday 11-9p. Village Pizza offers a variety of specialty pizzas along with a large selection of subs, shish kebob, salads and pasta. Come early M-F (8:30-10:30AM)during the summer and receive a 30% discount on subs and salads. Mondays offer "Back to the 80s" pricing. Delivers.
住宿
Holiday Inn Express, 405 Westgate Drive, ☏ +1 508 588-6300. Residence Inn Boston Brockton, 124 Liberty Street, ☏ +1 508 583-3600, fax: +1 508-583-5355. Phonea:.
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