ISHLT 45th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions
Sunday, 27 April – Wednesday, 30 April, 2025
John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center
Boston, MA USA
Travel & Transportation
Hotel/Airport Transportation
All hotels are located approximately 8 miles from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). The airport is accessible via taxi (approximately $30 USD each way).
Shuttle service is offered between Boston Logan International Airport and the Prudential Center at 800 Boylston Street, which is located adjacent to the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center entrance. Get more information on the Logan Express Back Bay.
Learn more about additional ground transportation options between the airport and hotels.
Traveling by Rail
Amtrak is a passenger rail service that connects Boston, New York, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Portland (ME) and other points nationwide. Amtrak trains depart from several locations: South Station (Red Line), Back Bay Station (Orange Line) and North Station (Green and/or Orange Line). Visit www.amtrak.com for more information.
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (The “T”), Boston’s commuter rail, services several stations in Boston, including Back Bay Station, located in close proximity to ISHLT hotels. Visit the MBTA’s trip planner to map your route.
What to Wear and the Weather:
Attire for the ISHLT Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions is business casual. The average daytime high temperature in Boston in April is 56°F (9°C); the average low temperature is 41°F (5°C). Because meeting room temperatures sometimes fluctuate, we recommend bringing a sweater or jacket.
2025 Travel Information
Attendees from Inside the United States
All attendees and visitors from inside the United States must have a valid photo ID such as passport, driver’s license, military ID card or other state or federally issued form of ID to confirm identity.
Attendees from Outside the United States
All attendees and visitors coming from outside the United States must have a valid passport, which will not expire until at least 6 months after departing from the US, unless otherwise specified in country-specific agreements, to enter the country.
Visa Waiver Program
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables most citizens or nationals of participating countries * to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. Travelers must have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval prior to travel and meet all requirements explained on the website–click on the link above for more information. If you prefer to have a visa in your passport, you may still apply for a visitor (B) visa.