1. Boston Public Garden
9.6
9 Arlington St (btwn Beacon & Boylston St), Boston, MA
Garden · Beacon Hill · 200 tips and reviews
Irina: Lovely park in the centre of Boston. Go for a picnic in the summer. Dog-friendly 🐶
ESPN: When the Red Sox are playing in the World Series, the "Make Way for Ducklings" statues are as excited as anyone in Beantown.
Team Coco: "Since being established by Horace Gray in 1837, the Boston Public Garden has had a strict "No Nudity" policy. Trust me." - Conan O'Brien
2. The Esplanade
9.6
The Esplanade, Boston, MA
Park · Back Bay East · 80 tips and reviews
Ron Jeramiah: Awesome park with paddle board rentals and peaceful views. Bathrooms are clean as well.
Thrillist: Stroll over to Community Boating for a sail on the Charles. If you’re afraid of the water, enjoy a snooze on the Esplanade’s grassy knolls.
Valentina Monte: Boston college kids: Miss your dog? Go pet strangers'! The Esplanade is one of the only places in Boston that isn't 97.8% college kids!
3. Boston Common
9.5
Tremont St (btwn Beacon & Charles St), Boston, MA
Park · Beacon Hill · 279 tips and reviews
Hayley Cooper: Really nice park to visit although quite small in size. It's haunted as well so you might see some friendly spirits!
HISTORY: The Common was used for public hangings up until 1817. In early 1965, 100 people gathered here to protest the Vietnam War, & speeches have been given here by Martin Luther King Jr & Pope John Paul III
Boston.com: Boston Common is decorated annually for Christmas, with a tree donated by Nova Scotia, in thanks for Boston's help after the 1917 Halifax explosion. It's a great place to enjoy the holiday season. Read more.
riley starship: beautiful 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.
Harvard University: The oldest public arboretum in America, this is a respected research institution and a beautiful public space. Explore their collections, take a tour or just enjoy the beautiful landscape! Read more.
Jake Smith: The crown jewel of Olmsted's Emerald Necklace, the Arboretum only allows picnicking on one day a year - Lilac Sunday. Hike up Peter's Hill and take in a gorgeous view of the Boston skyline.
6. Museum of Fine Arts
9.4
465 Huntington Ave (at Museum Rd), Boston, MA
Art Museum · Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood · 305 tips and reviews
Brian: Incredible selection of American art from the puritans through to contemporary. Also the European impressionist collection is small but excellent.
IFC: Boston: Things we love about the MFA: live concerts, Summer Fridays in Calderwood Courtyard, October Fashion Month aaaand WINESDAYS, where vistors can attend expert-led wine tastings. -IFC Viewer Read more.
Boston.com: With more than 450,000 works, the MFA can keep you busy for a lifetime of Wednesdays, when it's free from 4 to 9:45 p.m. Read more.
8. Castle Island
9.3
William J. Day Blvd, Boston, MA
Park · D Street - West Broadway · 66 tips and reviews
scavenger southie: Take the free tours on weekends in the summer. The tour guides were fantastic! Great views of all of Southie!
Patrick Mahoney: Great place for a walk. And historic, including being a place where E.A. Poe, the Boston-born author and critic, was stationed during a stint in the army.
Mike T: Park down near the beach, not on the numbered streets. The residents have enough trouble finding a parking space near their homes.
11. Gre.Co
9.2
225 Newbury St, Boston, MA
Greek Restaurant · Back Bay East · 31 tips and reviews
Ross Collier: I love the lamb with spicy whipped feta! So good!! Friendly staff too!
Sofia Papastamelos: Finally! Some authentic Greek food prepared in a fresh, local, and modern way. Love the selection of loukoumades and assorted toppings.
Kostas Pelechrinis: Very good quality food, nice atmosphere and friendly people. Not the largest place in the world - so be aware if you want to dine in during "rush" hours. I would definitely go back if I am around
Ashley B: Delicious pastries and espresso, cozy spot to stop for a snack or breakfast!
Ingrid Wong: A very popular place for breakfast/brunch. They also have an excellent sandwich menu. Come early to nab a seat; otherwise, you will have to wait quite a while for tables. They are almost always packed
Allison Kasic: The strawberry and cheese pastry is heavenly.