Plan your Visit to WICF

Below is all the information you may need to plan your visit to WICF 2011 as an audience member or as a performer. Still have a question that's not answered here? Please feel free to email us at info@womenincomedyfestival.com. We very much appreciate your involvement with the festival and want you to feel at home.

Flying In
Visitors planning to fly into Boston should fly to Logan International Airport. Logan is located just north of Boston and you can easily take public transportation into the center of the city or to Cambridge depending on where you are staying. Taxis are also available.

By Bus
Visitors may also take a bus easily from Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York to Boston. Many carriers travel to either South Station (on the Red Line) or Back Bay (on the Orange Line) where you can easily take public transportation to the theater and your hotel. Additionally, MegaBus and Bolt Bus, offer WiFi on the bus.

By Train
AMTRAK travels to Boston from all over the country, with stops right by the subway in South Station and Back Bay Station.

Le Méridien
The official hotel of WICF 2011, Le Méridien is set amidst famed attractions and world-renowned universities, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. With contemporary architecture, the luxurious hotel offers easy access to downtown Boston, museums, art galleries, and restaurants. Please visit WICF's event page on their website to book a room at the discounted rate. Discount available through February 18th.

Harding House
Located in Cambridge, conveniently within walking distance of the theater and public transportation.

Hotel Marlowe
(Boutique Hotel) 25 Edwin H. Land Blvd., Cambridge.

Royal Sonesta Hotel
40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA, 02142.

From Logan Airport
The easiest way to travel from the airport to your destination is by using public transportation. More information is available at www.mbta.com including a trip planner. You can take a taxi from the airport but keep in mind that there will be an additional fee added for tolls and this option can be expensive.

Directions via the MBTA (the T) Boston/s public transportation system
At the airport there will be buses that run from the airport to South Station. These buses are the Silverline (same fare as the trains) and they stop at each terminal. At your terminal stop you can purchase a Charlie Ticket. You can either get a ticket with a certain value on it, or you can get a day/week link pass. See below for fares. Take the Silverline to South Station. Here you will get on the Red Line (no additional fare). The Red Line will take you directly to Cambridge or you can transfer to other lines at Downtown Crossing and Park Street depending on your final destination. The Improv Boston Theater is in Central Square on the Red Line in Cambridge.

Fares with Charlie Ticket:
Subway: $2.00 Bus: $1.50 Day/Week Link Pass: $9.00 for 1 day, $15.00 for 7 days (Unlimited travel on Subway, Bus, Inner Harbor Ferry and Commuter Rail Zone 1A) Alternative: You can also take a free Shuttle Bus from the terminals to the Blue line Airport Station which may be more convenient if your accommodations are on the Orange or Green Lines. If you are staying in Cambridge though definitely use the first option. Again feel free to use the MBTA's trip planner.

Renting a Car
Rental car agencies are located at Logan and are a quick shuttle bus ride from the terminals. Shuttles run frequently and stop curbside on the arrival level for passengers to board. More information at Massport's website.

Taxis
Taxis are available from Logan Airport. You can easily get a taxi at the taxi stands at each terminal however, keep in mind that there are several additional charges when traveling from Logan Airport. All fares leaving Logan Airport are charged a $2.25 airport fee. Travel through the harbor tunnels will cost an additional $5.25 toll fee. It is recommended that you ask the taxi driver for a receipt showing the driver's name, taxi company, amount paid, and medallion number. Any additional info on travel options from Logan Airport can be found here.

Directions to our Venues
This year, WICF is delighted to be hosted by three terrific comedy venues, ImprovBoston, Mottley's Comedy Club, and the Brattle Theatre. ImprovBoston is located right in the heart of Central Square in Cambridge, at 40 Prospect Street. Mottley's Comedy Club is located at by historic Faneuill Hall, at 61 Chatham Street, Boston. The Brattle Theatre is located in Harvard Square, Cambridge. Detailed irections to our venues, are available on our Directions page.

Mottley's Comedy Club is located by historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and just a couple few blocks from the historic North End (Little Italy) and Downtown Crossing, all offering a plethora of restaurants and shop.

Tavern on the Square
730 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. Sports Bar, food.

Asmara
Ethiopian food. 739 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge.

Cuchi Cuchi
Spanish Tapas. 795 Main St., Cambridge.

The Field
Irish bar food. 20 Prospect St., Cambridge.

Fancier Eats

Craigie on Main
(reserve in advance!) European style, local ingredients, French. 853 Main Street, Cambridge.

Rendezvous
Local ingredients. 502 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge.

Central Kitchen
European inspired. 567 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge.

Quick Eats

Lindell's Bakery
Sandwiches, Coffees, Awesome Baked Goods. 74 Prospect St., Cambridge.

Four Burgers
Beef, salmon, turkey, and veggie burgers. 704 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge.

Picante Mexican
Burritos, etc. 735 Mass Ave., Cambridge.

Coffee Shops

Starbucks
655 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge.

1369 Coffee House
Baked goods; lunch food, too. 757 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge.

Clear Conscience Cafe
Great Coffee and Tea. 581 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge.

Bars

Enormous Room
(no sign!) Lounge. 567 Massachusetts Ave.

Other squares with great restaurants, shops, etc.

Central Square, Harvard Square, Inman Square

Harvard Square restaurants, Mr. Bartley's Burgers, Grendel's Den, Charlie's Kitchen

Emma's, Lord Hobo