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SOUTH SHORE OVERVIEW
Have you always dreamed of living near the ocean but still want access to the city? South Shore living might be perfect for you! Mixing a coastal feel with small-town vibes and some excellent school districts, families often flock to the South Shore to put down roots!
Cities in South Shore
General Information about South Shore
Transportation + Walkability
- MBTA + Commuter Rail :: Commuting from these towns into Downtown is desirable.
- MBTA Bus :: Most of these towns over MBTA bus service of some sort.
- Bike-friendly
- Many neighborhoods walkable
Grocery Stores
- Trader Joes: Hanover, Hingham
- Roche Bros; Marshfield, Duxbury
- Big Y; Kingston
- Shaws
- Hannaford
- Stop & Shop
Public Green Space
- World’s End, Higham
- Forge Pond Park; Norwell
- Webb State Park; Weymouth
- Brewster Gardens; Plymouth
Pediatricians + Urgent Care
Family friendly restaurants
libraries
historical sites
CHILDCARE OPTIONS
playgrounds
youth athletics
parenting groups
indoor playareas
Relgious organizations
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“Life on the South Shore is perfect for my family. We are within a drivable and commutable distance to the city, with beautiful beaches and farms at an arms reach! We enjoy the small-town feel with city conveniences and love where we live”
Interested in learning more about South Shore?
Our local moms are ready to give you the scoop on what you need to know about South Shore Boston. Check out these posts to find out all you need to know.
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My Top 7 Favorite Spots on the South Shore :: Parenting Style
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Boston Moms Guide to Getting Outside :: Our Favorite Places to Hike, Bike, and Play!
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Summer Play Plans :: 10 Playgrounds to Visit on the South Shore
My toddler loves all things climbing and swinging. For a kid who struggled with sensory issues (and graduated from Early Intervention two months before turning 3), a playground is a welcome wonderland. So while counting down the school days, I’ve compiled a list of playgrounds to visit on the South Shore. Here are all the great places we’ll visit this summer — join us!
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Pediatricians & Urgent Care
- Boston Children’s Hospital Pediatric ER
- Beth Israel Deaconess: Emergency Room; Plymouth
- South Shore Hospital; Weymouth
- Atrius Health; Braintree, Duxbury, Kingston, Plymouth, Weymouth,
- South Shore Health; Kingston, Norwell
- Plymouth Pediatric Associates
Family Friendly Restaurants
- The Fours; Norwell
- Cabby Shack; Plymouth
- Stars On Hingham Harbor; Hingham
- Cask’n Flagon; Marshfield
- 110 Grill; Braintree, Plymouth
Historical Sites
Childcare Options
- KinderCare, Braintree, East Weymouth, Plymouth, Marshfield, Norwell, Rockland
- Bright Horizons; Hingham, Norwell, Pembroke
- The Learning Well; Hanson
- South Shore YMCA Early Learning Center; Hanover
Goddard School; Braintree
Playgrounds
Youth Athletics
Parenting Groups
- Quincy Community Action Program; Braintree
- Over the Moon Parenting; Norwell
Indoor Play Areas
- Billy Beez; Kingston
- Off the Wall Kidz; Carver
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park; Kingston,
Religious Organizations
- South MA has many Christian Churches of all denominations. Any town in this area will likely have more than one Christian Church.
- Archdiocese Of Boston
- Archdiocese of Fall River
- There are many Jewish Temples on the South Shore. JewishBoston is a great resource.
- Islamic Society of the South Shore; Brockton