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The wharf has now become a destination for all. Seen here, a ferry is transporting people from Charlestown Navy Yard to Long Wharf, against a backdrop of the New England Aquarium.

Now, with the help of the aquarium, the wharf is a cultural destination. With restaurants, transportation, hotels, and spots of leisure, it is definitely a place to visit in Boston.

The Boston Harborwalk is an important piece of renewal, and an important part of the wharfs. They provide connectivity and leisure space to patrons.

A panorama including Central Wharf and the aquarium, the MBTA ferries, and Long Wharf. Showcases the extent of the revival, and the harbor theme of the wharfs.

Here you can clearly see the difference between the original, federalist style aquarium, and the new addition to the structure. You can also see the Harborwalk and pedestrians meandering around.

Here you can clearly see the difference between the original, federalist style aquarium, and the new addition to the structure. You can also see the Harborwalk and pedestrians meandering around.

Including the wharf district parks, the greenway replaced the Central Artery highway that divided the city in two after the Big Dig. Now the park not only reconnects downtown Boston and its northern and eastern components, but it helps to facilitate…

The city has added little public art structures all along the riverwalk. Here dolphins are jumping amongst a backdrop of the harbor. Other art sculptures included old ship parts.

The city has added little public art structures all along the riverwalk. Here dolphins are jumping amongst a backdrop of the harbor. Other art sculptures included old ship parts.

The aquarium gave rise to a new neighborhood with its own unique culture. Seen here, seafood restaurants, outdoor seating, and hotels now line the wharf in true harbor side style.