The sense of community and feeling welcome and the smell of fresh air surrounding you, this is what it feels like to be in Weymouth, Massachusetts. You find yourself exploring more and more each day that you are here and you just want to take in as much as you can before you have to leave. It has been one of the most amazing trips you have ever been on, and you weren't really expecting that. You know that you have a great time when you go on a beach vacation, or somewhere with world famous landmarks. But you never expected to have this wonderful of a time here in Weymouth. You have walked the streets and learned about the history of the town and you have even met the mayor! The location is beautiful because you are just steps away from the water for any kind of activities you wish to engage in there. The environment is protected by conservation land and everywhere you go, you will see exquisite wildlife. It is just an all around great place to go on your Boston car rental vacation.

The more the merrier?

The town of Weymouth has not just one, but four town squares. You can walk through Bicknell Square, Weymouth Landing, Jackson Square and Columbian Square. Columbian Square can be found in the south end of Weymouth and just eat of Main Street. This square has been the most constant of the town centers because of its continuous road patterns and business areas. The architecture of this area is ancient and unique. It includes many retail companies and food sectors which are surrounded by local residences. There is also a hospital in the middle of this town center which creates a lot of activity and also aids the community at the same time. Take a walk through this square on your Boston car rental trip.

Take the time to read a good book

Columbian Square has been influenced by a number of things to get it to where it is today. The Fogg buildings have been a great inspiration, mainly the Fogg Library, the Old South Church and the Opera House. The square's former shoe factory played a big part in its existence as well. The Fogg Library was built in 1897 and it was significant because it was the first public library to be put in Weymouth. It is a big part of the town's history and is a great view for a photo opportunity. It has an amazing architectural style that includes both Dutch and classical elements as well as having an Italian Renaissance feel. The library is made of granite and is covered in stain glass windows. The inside of the library is very spacious and very elegant. It is perfect for discovering something new, Boston car rental customers.

A glass shattering performance

Be sure to check out the Fogg Opera House on your Boston car rental vacation as well. Built in 1888 by the Fogg family, the Opera House has an architecture resembling that of Richardson Romanesque. It is a very distinct building that you would recognize anywhere because of its connecting octagonal tower. The Opera House was built to be an area for shops, banks and public assemblies but has since been transformed into apartments and retail businesses.

You will feel right at home

Columbian Square is also home to South Shore Hospital. This is one of the main reasons that this town center is so lively. The hospital provides a great service to the people of Weymouth and they all really respect and admire one another as this community is a very tightly knit one. There are also many more things to check out at Columbian Square in Weymouth on your future Boston car rental vacation.