Facility Overview

The Canal Garage, situated at 490 Foley Street in Somerville, Massachusetts, serves as a premier, multi-level covered parking facility within the bustling, mixed-use Assembly Row district along the Mystic River. Designed with wide drive aisles, intuitive one-way circulation patterns, and modern signage, the garage provides convenient self-parking across several sheltered decks. Standard passenger sedans, compact crossovers, and full-size SUVs can navigate and park with ease, with standard clearance typically set around 7 feet (2.13 m). While lifted pickup trucks and high-profile work vans should verify posted clearance boards at the Foley Street entrance, the vast majority of personal passenger vehicles will find parking stress-free and sheltered from New England weather year-round.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically positioned at the vibrant northern edge of Assembly Row, Canal Garage places visitors within a three- to five-minute walk of premier retail, dining, and family entertainment destinations. Key nearby attractions include:

• Assembly Row Outlets & Retail: Just steps away from major brands, boutique shops, and local retailers spanning Grand Union Boulevard and Artisan Way.
• AMC Assembly Row 12 & IMAX: Located a quick 3-minute stroll away, making it a go-to parking choice for moviegoers.
• LEGO Discovery Center Boston: A premier family destination situated within a 4-minute walk across Foley Street.
• Lucky Strike Social & Nightlife: Ideal for evening dining, bowling, and gaming along Revolution Drive.
• Mystic River State Reservation: Directly adjacent to scenic waterfront paths, public docks, and green spaces, perfect for outdoor recreation.
• Encore Boston Harbor Resort & Casino: Located just over the Mystic River, accessible via a short 5-minute rideshare or bike trip.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are easily handled via Foley Street with streamlined connections to Grand Union Boulevard and Revolution Drive. For regional commuters, the garage offers direct convenience to Interstate 93 (Exit 20) and Route 28 (Middlesex Avenue/Fellsway), bypassing central Boston gridlock. Public transit riders benefit from being less than a 5-minute walk from the Assembly MBTA Orange Line subway station, offering a rapid, one-seat subway ride straight to TD Garden, Downtown Crossing, and Back Bay in 10 to 15 minutes.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Covered Parking Decks: Multi-story covered parking keeping vehicles protected from rain, snow, and summer heat.
• Assembly Row Patron Free Window: Frequently participates in Assembly Row’s visitor-friendly tariff structure offering complimentary short-stay parking (typically up to the first 3 hours free).
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging: Level 2 EV charging stations available on designated levels for plug-in electric vehicles.
• ADA Accessible Spaces: Plentiful designated disabled parking stalls situated near high-speed passenger elevators and ground-floor pedestrian portals.
• Automated Payment Systems: Modern pay-on-foot kiosks and automated barrier gates supporting contactless tap-to-pay, credit cards, and mobile parking platforms.
• Security & Safety: Well-lit stairwells, 24/7 video surveillance (CCTV), and regular security patrols throughout the property.

Ideal For

• Assembly Row Shoppers & Diners: Visitors taking advantage of diverse restaurants, cafes, and open-air outlet shopping.
• Commuters & Transit Park-and-Riders: Drivers looking to bypass downtown Boston traffic by parking near the Assembly MBTA Orange Line station.
• Cinema & Entertainment Patrons: Families and groups attending movies at AMC Assembly Row or exploring the LEGO Discovery Center.
• Waterfront Walkers: Outdoor enthusiasts enjoying the Mystic River Reservation paths and public parks.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To ensure a seamless visit, take note of your designated floor and pillar code before taking the elevator down to street level. While Assembly Row provides generous free time allowances for the initial hours of your visit, stays exceeding the free tier transition to standard hourly rates, so keep your ticket safe or remember your license plate number for kiosk validation. During busy weekend evenings and major holiday shopping events, traffic along Foley Street can slow down; aim to arrive early or utilize upper decks where open spaces are often abundant.