Thinking about attending IEEE ISPCE 2026 in Boston (May 12–14) but nervous about the commute or finding parking? Don't let that stop you! The Courtyard Marriott Boston is right in the heart of the Theater District — and getting there is easier than you think. Here are 5 tips for a stress-free trip:

1. TAKE THE T

The venue is steps from TWO subway lines. The MBTA Green Line (Boylston St. station) and Orange Line (Tufts Medical Center station) both drop you within 1 block of the Courtyard Marriott. A one-way ride is just $2.40 — pay with a CharlieCard, contactless credit/debit card, or your phone.

2. PARK & RIDE FOR $5

Don't want to fight city traffic? Leave your car at an MBTA commuter rail or subway station lot for just $5/day, then ride the T the rest of the way in. Top park & ride options near major highways:

   • Alewife (Red Line) — great for Rte. 2 / northwest commuters

   • Braintree or Quincy Adams (Red Line) — ideal for South Shore / Rte. 3 commuters

   • Route 128/Westwood (Providence Commuter Rail) — perfect for I-95 / South commuters

   • Anderson/Woburn (Lowell Commuter Rail) — best for I-93 / north commuters

All lots charge just $5/day. Park, ride in, and skip the downtown stress entirely.

3. PRE-BOOK YOUR DOWNTOWN GARAGE

If you prefer to drive all the way in, lock in your spot before you leave home using SpotHero or ParkWhiz. Nearby garages within a 5-minute walk of the venue include: (rates will vary)

   • 660 Washington St. Garage — ~$20 closest budget option if you book early

   • Boston Common Theater District Garage (47 Boylston St.) — ~$20, right across from the venue

   • City Place Garage (40 Charles St. S.) — ~$16

Pre-booking eliminates the frustration of circling for a spot after a long drive.

4. USE GOOGLE MAPS TO PLAN YOUR DEPARTURE TIME

Boston traffic is notoriously unpredictable. Before conference day, open Google Maps, enter your starting point, and use the "Leave at" feature to test different departure times. You'll see predicted travel times hour by hour — and may discover that leaving 30 minutes earlier saves you an hour on the road.

5. RIDESHARE STRAIGHT TO THE DOOR

Uber and Lyft drop off right at the Courtyard Marriott. Split the cost with a colleague attending ISPCE and it's often cheaper — and less stressful — than parking downtown.

Boston is incredibly accessible once you know the tricks. Don't let logistics be the reason you miss three days of world-class product safety, compliance, and certification content!