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Quincy is a city of about 100,000 people on Boston Harbor, just south of Boston. Known as the City of Presidents, it is the birthplace of John Adams and his son John Quincy Adams, the second and sixth presidents of the United States. Their birthplaces, the family home called Peacefield and the Stone Library are preserved at Adams National Historical Park, and both presidents and their wives are entombed in the crypt of the United First Parish Church downtown.
Quincy was also the home of John Hancock, whose name is carried by the city, and it grew into an industrial city known for its granite quarries, which supplied stone for the Bunker Hill Monument, and its shipyard, which built warships for more than a century. The Thomas Crane Public Library, designed by H. H. Richardson, is one of the most beautiful libraries in New England.
Today Quincy has a large Asian American community, with many restaurants and markets, and a revitalized downtown. Wollaston Beach, the largest beach in Boston Harbor, offers skyline views, and the Quincy Quarries Reservation and Blue Hills Reservation provide hiking and rock climbing.
National park preserving the birthplaces of Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams and Peacefield, the family home with its Stone Library. Rangers lead tours that start at the visitor center downtown. Tours run seasonally and space is limited, so arrive early or book ahead.
Granite church from the 1820s known as the Church of the Presidents, where John and Abigail Adams and John Quincy and Louisa Adams are buried in a crypt below the sanctuary. Guided tours show the crypt and family pew. It is across from City Hall, close to the national park visitor center.
Georgian mansion built in 1770 for Colonel Josiah Quincy in the Wollaston area, overlooking Quincy Bay. It is owned by Historic New England and shows period architecture and furnishings. It is open only on certain days for tours, so check the schedule before visiting.
Historic house that was the childhood home of Dorothy Quincy, who married John Hancock, with parts dating to the late 1600s. Rooms show colonial and later furnishings. It is open seasonally for guided tours, so check the dates, and visit the grounds even when closed.
Old burying ground in Quincy Center dating to the 1640s, with slate gravestones of early settlers, ministers and members of the Quincy and Adams families. It sits beside City Hall and across from the Church of the Presidents. Walk quietly among the stones and read the carved epitaphs.
Main city library with an original 1882 building designed by architect H. H. Richardson, with a warm wooden reading room and fine stained glass windows. It is considered one of his best small buildings. Step into the old reading room, and remember it is a working library, so keep voices low.
Long beach along Quincy Shore Drive with views of Boston Harbor and the city skyline, plus a walking path and classic seafood stands across the road. It is popular for walks, swims and picnics. Check water quality notices before swimming, and grab fried clams nearby.
State park at the old granite quarries that supplied stone for the Bunker Hill Monument, now known for rock climbing, walking trails and colorful graffiti on the cliffs. Nearby is the route of the historic Granite Railway. Wear sturdy shoes and stay away from cliff edges.
Large state park of rocky hills, forests and ponds stretching across Quincy and nearby towns, with more than 100 miles of trails. Hikers enjoy skyline views of Boston from the summits. Pick up a trail map, start with a short loop, and avoid steep rocky paths when they are icy.
Small wooded hill by the shore in Squantum, believed to be the seat of the sachem Chickatawbut and linked to the origin of the name Massachusetts. A short loop path leads around it with water views. It is a quick, quiet stop, and good for birdwatching along the marsh.
Historic downtown of Quincy with City Hall, the Church of the Presidents, the Adams visitor center, shops and many restaurants, including Asian eateries. It is reached easily by the MBTA Red Line. Start your history walk here, then stay for lunch at one of the local restaurants.
Waterfront area in Squantum with a large marina, boardwalk, restaurants and bars facing the Boston skyline across the harbor. It is lively on summer evenings with outdoor dining. Come at sunset to eat on a patio and watch the boats return to the docks.
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