At our Welcome Center, located on 1259 Hancock Street in the Hancock Adams Common, guests are introduced to tours, events, history, culture, and everything the City of Quincy has to offer including places to stay, shop and dine. We invite you to say hello to our Tourism Ambassadors, enjoy free walking tours, check out our new space, pick up your new Discover Quincy Visitor Guide, hear about visitor services, and shop our new retail merchandise, customized with your favorite destination, Quincy, MA.
In 2025, Quincy celebrates the 400th anniversary of its settlement. 400 years of the people and ideas that have shaped America. 400 years of history, diversity, and culture. 400 years of community. Join us as we honor this extraordinary place with a year full of celebrations and events.
At our Welcome Center, located on 1259 Hancock Street in the Hancock Adams Common, guests are introduced to tours, events, history, culture, and everything the City of Quincy has to offer including places to stay, shop and dine. We invite you to say hello to our Tourism Ambassadors, enjoy free walking tours, check out our new space, pick up your new Discover Quincy Visitor Guide, hear about visitor services, and shop our new retail merchandise, customized with your favorite destination, Quincy, MA.
In 2025, Quincy celebrates the 400th anniversary of its settlement. 400 years of the people and ideas that have shaped America. 400 years of history, diversity, and culture. 400 years of community. Join us as we honor this extraordinary place with a year full of celebrations and events.
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While in Quincy, visit the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area. Made of 34 islands along the Great Boston shoreline, it allows visitors to explore tide pools, walk through a Civil War-era fort, climb a lighthouse, hike through salt marshes, camp under the stars, or just relax.
Ferry service is available seasonally to Squantum Point Park, Marina Bay Quincy, Winthrop, and Fan Pier Seaport District Boston; change up your commute or take a day trip. Quincy and Marina Bay offer dining, shopping, and attractions; Quincy is also the ideal launching point for boaters.
Fun Facts
Abigail Adams Monument in Boston is part of the Woman’s Memorial.
Founded in 1792, Quincy was split from Braintree and named after Colonel John Quincy, grandfather of Abigail Adams & John Quincy Adams.
In 1625 Quincy was part of Dorchester & Boston before becoming the North Precinct of Braintree in 1640.
The first Dunkin Donuts opened in Quincy.
In United States V. The Amistad
United States v. Schooner Amistad, was a US. Supreme Court case resulting from the rebellion of Africans on board the Spanish boat La Amistad in 1839. John Quincy Adams, defended the Africans in front of the Supreme Court in March 1841 to release the enslaved people.
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At our Welcome Center, located on 1259 Hancock Street in the Hancock Adams Common, guests are introduced to tours, events, history, culture, and everything the City of Quincy has to offer including places to stay, shop and dine. We invite you to say hello to our Tourism Ambassadors, enjoy free walking tours, check out our new space, pick up your new Discover Quincy Visitor Guide, hear about visitor services, and shop our new retail merchandise, customized with your favorite destination, Quincy, MA.
In 2025, Quincy celebrates the 400th anniversary of its settlement. 400 years of the people and ideas that have shaped America. 400 years of history, diversity, and culture. 400 years of community. Join us as we honor this extraordinary place with a year full of celebrations and events.
While in Quincy, visit the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area. Made of 34 islands along the Great Boston shoreline, it allows visitors to explore tide pools, walk through a Civil War-era fort, climb a lighthouse, hike through salt marshes, camp under the stars, or just relax.
Ferry service is available seasonally to Squantum Point Park, Marina Bay Quincy, Winthrop, and Fan Pier Seaport District Boston; change up your commute or take a day trip. Quincy and Marina Bay offer dining, shopping, and attractions; Quincy is also the ideal launching point for boaters.
Fun Facts
Abigail Adams Monument in Boston is part of the Woman’s Memorial.
Founded in 1792, Quincy was split from Braintree and named after Colonel John Quincy, grandfather of Abigail Adams & John Quincy Adams.
In 1625 Quincy was part of Dorchester & Boston before becoming the North Precinct of Braintree in 1640.
The first Dunkin Donuts opened in Quincy.
In United States V. The Amistad
United States v. Schooner Amistad, was a US. Supreme Court case resulting from the rebellion of Africans on board the Spanish boat La Amistad in 1839. John Quincy Adams, defended the Africans in front of the Supreme Court in March 1841 to release the enslaved people.