Downtown Boston is the cultural and economic hub of New England, making it the ideal place to do business. Every day, over 250,000 pedestrians pass through the district, which is home to 160,000 employees, 8,000 residents, and 13,000 students. The area attracts 4.5 million visitors annually, many of whom come to explore the Freedom Trail, shop, and dine. With more than $2.4 billion invested in renovations and new construction over the past decade, and over $800 million in planned developments, the residential population is rapidly growing. In just the past three years, 60 new retailers and restaurants have opened, enhancing the district’s vibrancy.