THE GREAT PARKS & GARDENS OF BOSTON
Experience these unique Boston parks and outdoor spaces to escape and unwind.
ROSE KENNEDY GREENWAY This wide green swath through the downtown actually covers a highway that was put below ground during Boston's famous 1980's Big Dig project. The park is a fun way to walk from South Boston all the way north to the Charles River.
Harvard University’s ARNOLD ARBORETUM is located southwest of the city center. With 281 acres, it's a horticultural oasis with over 15,000 species of plants and flowers. A short car ride away in the town of Columbia is the JFK Presidential Library.
The BOSTON HARBOR ISLANDS afford you a cool way to view of the city's skyline as you experience local wildlife and the fresh ocean breezes off the bay. The islands are also home to America's Oldest Lighthouse at historic Fort Warren.
BOSTON COMMON at 350 years+ is the oldest park in the United States. Rich in history, its location at the center of Boston is where you'll begin the Freedom Trail, think Paul Revere, and the Black Heritage Trail - the later, with the homes and meeting places of the abolitionists, takes you through charming Beacon Hill.
BOSTON BITES FOR ON THE GO
As you walk Boston you're going to get hungry - here are some excellent stops to enjoy a quick bite along the way.
BEST PIZZA:
ERNESTO'S - 69 Salem Street, North End. Nearby is the historic Paul Revere House.
BEST BOSTON CREAM PIE:
OMNI PARKER HOUSE RESTAURANT - 60 School Street, Downtown Boston. The iconic dessert originated here at the 160+ year old Parker House Hotel. Near to the State House and Faneuil Hall Market.
BEST DELI SANDWICHES AND BAKED GOODS:
DELUCA'S MARKETS & GROCERY
- 11 Charles Street, Beacon Hill
- 239 Newbury Street, Back Bay
FLOUR BAKERY & CAFE
- 1595 Washington St, South End
- 209 Cambridge Street, near MIT, Cambridge
TATTE BAKERY & CAFE
- 200 Pier Blvd, near the ICA, South Boston
- 1288 Mass Ave, Harvard Sq, Cambridge
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