Suggestions for Park near Boston
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Karen • November 19, 2022Beautiful park established in 1634. Take a stroll. In warmer weather, have a picnic!
C B. • September 15, 2015One of my favorite places to ride my bike, watch a sunset and hang. Great park to commute through
A S. • October 17, 2015Check out all the small parks in this strip, each one has a unique art structure from the Design school.
Matej M. • August 12, 2014Gorgeous wisteria trellis, views of the water, and shade. Great place for a picnic.
Peter S. • August 2, 2018Must stop area when in South Boston, especially in the summer. Checking out the fort, the beach and the park is very relaxing and cool
riley s. • October 12, 2015beautiful park with scenic views. I've been looking for a good, T-accessible natural space for a long walk since moving to Boston; I'm so glad I finally found one.
Andrew C. • August 23, 2017Wonderful tree-lined, middle of the street, yet spacious green park along Comm Ave near the Common... few memorials and statues, some benches, etc along the way!
Melissa C. • December 27, 2011Beautiful park. Great place to just lounge around on a nice day. One of my favorite spots in Boston.
Gabriel’s T. • November 4, 2019find a Greenway swing available, before you sit down to enjoy the view and hopefully a great companion! Make sure to check out right around the corner the best Cannoli in New England at Mike’s pastry.
Olexy S. • August 9, 2016Beautiful views of Boston, great harborwalk, parks, playground is a state of the art, enjoy watching yachts.
Lad D. • October 6, 2011Two tennis courts. Park is good for running. Many people walk their dos and/or strollers.
Bikabout • April 15, 2014A pleasant park with a decent playground and good open lawn space, just over the Charles River Dam from Boston proper.
BU Today • June 11, 2012Designed by the famous Frederick Law Olmsted, the Emerald Necklace consists of 9 parks linked by waterways and parkways. Walking and biking paths are abundant, and annual events are held in all nine.
Anonymous, s. • August 2, 2021Take your bike (or rent BlueBike) and go from Jamaica Plain all the way to Mass Ave, Newbury Street, Esplanade, and North End. Excellent!
Suneil M. • August 25, 2013Pretty well kept secret, an awesome Park with place for children to play and adults to just sun tan. Real nice walking area, a bit loud with the boats and air horn, but lovely views...
IWalked Audio Tours • September 29, 2011Designed in 1890s by architectural firm of Olmsted, Olmsted, and Eliot who also designed Central Park. Original plan called for pedestrian bridge over nearby Commercial St. More info in blog. <LINK>
A S. • August 14, 2015Beautiful place! Not only a great jogging track but the grand views during sunset make the trip even more worth it!
IWalked Audio Tours • July 3, 2012Designed by architectural firm of Olmsted, Olmsted and Eliot. During the summer (Friday or Saturday evenings) you can enjoy watching bocce games. Full site history via<LINK>
Federico R. • December 12, 2017A great place not too far from Boston proper. A running trail with near perfect view of the Olmstead Park and Jamaica Pond with minutes away.
8.5Dog Park •0 New Washington St (Inner Belt Rd), Somerville
Alison M. • April 29, 2013I like this park better than the Summer St Park. The dog owners here seem more interested in paying attention to their dogs and what they are doing. Makes for a more enjoyable experience for all.
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