I absolutely love this park. This park, along with Boston Public Garden, make up what I call the Central Park of Boston. Easily accessible by the T, this park almost makes you forget you are in a big city, with it's spacious grounds and central location, but I think that is the point that this park is trying to make. In the center of the park you will find a man (town crier if you will) that gives accurate (mostly) weather reports on the day. Frequenters of the park know he is harmless and will bring their dogs over to him to pet. I guess again gives the park it's lovable lore. This easily rivals Central Park in aesthetics and location. read more

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This was only about a block away from our hotel, so we made sure to take a walk through this space. Not overly crowded, but literally everyone had on masks and were practicing social distancing ... yes outdoors. Really great scenic area with ponds, trees that were holing on to the last of their fall colors, statues ..... great open grass spaces to sit and enjoy (if it's warmer than the day we were visiting). People were all friendly and offered to take pics of us and we made sure to return the favor. Some awesome places to get some great pics that include high rise skylines with an amazing park in the front. Highly recommend taking a few minutes to walk through this space. Oh, also, landscaped obviously very nicely .... but, it is really clean! There isn't any litter anywhere, so they obviously take good care of this place. read more

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Beautiful park and America's oldest park that is located in the heart of Boston. So much history, this is a must go. Also, this is where the freedom trial begins. read more

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Lovely green space in the middle of a large bustling city. We walked around in late November, late in the day as it was getting chilly so not the most ideal time to enjoy it, but it was still lovely just the same. read more

Boston Common - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

After arriving on a private charter bus from Hartford, CT and making a pit stop at the Faneuil Hall marketplace, a friend took me to Boston Commons. The Boston Commons is essentially like a large park inside downtown Boston. It was a Saturday afternoon when I rolled in and it was really nice to see a lot of people walking around the Commons like nothing seemed to matter these days. Although the Covid-19 pandemic is still ongoing, it was nice and safer to be outdoors, especially when mental health was at stake to help those who struggle with it. With that said, I arrived here around 12:45pm. My friend and I decided to slowly walk around the Commons and play Pokémon Go together. Often times, it's easy to lose yourself in life. Coming to a public space like this helps re-energize one's spirit and soul. Plenty of people which means plenty of food vendors who wish to make money. It's quite neat to support local business by spending money and having food right there in the Boston commons for anyone and everyone who is hungry on any particular day. The Commons common area is sprinkled with benches and has a very scenic lake pond whatever that is quite large and has people in boats. I think they charge money for that but I'm not too sure. Maybe one of these years I will return to Boston and do that for fun. In the meantime though, my experience here was fun, relaxing, casual and worth the effort after a harrowing week in New England on my legs. It's going to be in Boston. The overall experience here at the Boston commons was quite good, therapeutic, enjoyable, awesome to be in Boston. Haven't been to Boston in quite a while, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the fact that I had no excuse to travel there at the time. I did enjoy the fact that it was large enough to where you can really walk around and not be forced enough to be close to people, especially when Covid is still here and staying for a long time. The grounds are kept and maintained beautifully by the local area government parks and recreation I'm assuming. The city of Boston really can say that this is one of the jewels of the city and definitely is a tourist attraction that's free and open to the public. I do enjoy the fact that it is free and open to the public, because why would you pay for a large open green space in a large city when you have to pay for it? My experience here three hours before I left the area. I must have spent about half an hour walking around intermittently, before sitting down with my friend on a bench. and watch the people in the boats. It is pretty amazing to be in the Commons especially with the amount of people also enjoying themselves. Couldn't have had a better May weather on that weekend. There is a botanical garden next to the comments that I also visited that afternoon, Spending about 45 minutes in total. If you're in the area of Boston, consider coming here after work or just whenever because you find yourself in a whirlwind of amazement and inspiration. That's what I got from it that Saturday afternoon. Quite beautiful and scenic, especially for a park. The Boston commons is located in downtown Boston, MA. It's quite large in size so you can't really miss it. It's about 2-3 blocks away from the Faneuil hall marketplace. It's address is 115 Boylston Street in downtown Boston. As mentioned before, it is a public use park, so there's no admission fee involved. Just got to let your spirit free and enjoy the park. Fresh air and warm sunshine during the non winter months can do a person a lot of good! I know my experience here at Boston Commons did me a lot of good, even though I was here for a short time. Not too sure about parking here, but you can be sure that there's street parking nearby. There's also a subway entrance near the Commons botanical garden too. I passed by there on the way to the other side of the Commons and noticed it. My favorite part about my experience was the passenger boats. It's nifty because we don't have that in Honolulu, HI, where I am originally. It's quite a happy sight to see, actually. If you know Boston's public transportation system, you know how to get to the Boston Commons & botanical gardens. If you have the time and near downtown Boston, I recommend you coming to the Commons at least once. It may just inspire you and make you smile. I know it did just that for me. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. While it's lovely during the day, Boston Commons might be a bit shady at night. Use caution. Support local! A read more

While taking our walking tour of Boston, we came across Boston Common which is like a huge park with monuments and memorials throughout the park. It is well maintained and lots of locals and tourists are all over this place. I saw a guy on his "soapbox" talking about Jesus, I found a group of musicians made up of girls playing in the park, a large dog run with lots of owners and their dogs playing in the grassy pastures and lots of people either running, out for a stroll or just hanging out. The park is surrounded by shops, restaurants and brownstone homes as well as adjacent to the State House which is of historical significance. read more

Out of all the days, this day has one of my brightest spots. Although I was nervous near all the extremist groups around...what a beautiful day and to see someone else super happy makes me happy. I walked around and took some of the best photos of the trip. read more

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During the summer this park is poppin! Love taking a stroll and seeing how busy it gets with people! People watching here is fun! This time around I visited on a cold rainy winter day and it was dead! My sister and I were the only ones walking around, it was so eerie. Nonetheless though, it's such a beautiful park. Christmas lights were put up making it extra special. This is definitely a must visit when in Boston! read more

What's not to love? This is a sprawling green space right by downtown Boston. Come for the statues. Come for the art work. Come for the Carousel. Come for the start of the Freedom trail. Come for the unhoused persons. Enjoy the tennis courts, the gazebo, the food vendors, the parking space or the T. You can have it all and then just go next door to either the fanciest restaurant in the city or the dirtiest fast food chains a block away. It's a smorgasbord. You'll see tourists and locals alike. Squirrels will run to you for a nut and turn with disgust when you fail to produce one. The rats slumber in the day but awaken at night. If you look closely, you may even see someone openly smoke meth. You'll know because they hide it in a huge shopping bag. All in all though, still very safe, very dog and people friendly, and a wonder to behold. read more

Back in Boston after a few years and I made a point of stopping here at the Boston Common for a few minutes. Early in the morning and still early August, it was warm enough to sit for a bit and take in the surroundings, listen to the history and watch the crazy lady feeding the pigeons. Quite a lot has happened on the Common which dates back nearly four hundred years to 1634. Of course, Beacon Hill and the State Capitol is nearby with it's large gold dome. Used as a camp ground by the British before the Revolutionary War, it was used for many public hangings until 1817. Sometimes a dumping ground, part of it is a burial ground, it was used for protesting the Vietnam War. It has been a US National Historic Landmark since 1987. read more

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What a lovely, well-maintained park! There are lots of great seating areas too -- both shady and in the sun! It is also right in the middle of the city, so there is so much to do around the area. It is also huge, so even when its busy on the weekends it doesn't feel super crowded. read more

I loved walking through this park! It was delightfully clean, and the landscaping was pleasing to the eye. I am a gardener, so I was impressed with the upkeep of the property. The animals fearlessly munched on the healthy green grass, which was a great sign that people respect their space. This park is conveniently located across from Cheers. read more

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We did a lovely walking tour here. The day was perfect for a walk and we decided check out the Boston Common. There are a lot of kids playing in the area and some of the local wildlife were out. It's a nice clean and pretty place to walk around. I heard that in the summertime there are other activities and kids playing here, but not fall in late October it was just people hanging out. read more

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A must stop if visiting Boston. It is so close to so many attractions. Especially if you have children. There is a splash pond that doubles as a skating rink in the winter. read more

The history of the place is cool. Frog Pond, freedom trail, and impromptu labyrinth someone lined out with chalk. Food trucks and random vendors along the pathway. My favorite time coming here was when it was cool and drizzly. It's perfect to jog through in the misty weather. The rain keeps most of the crowds away and I felt in tune with Boston's urban Mother Nature environment. You can catch the T from here too. Mel M Yelp 17:113 read more

Boston Common - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Beautiful historical location. Definitely a must visit location of this beautiful 50 acre public park which is centrally located in Boston. The parking is very limited so try to take a taxi or uber. Across the street is a few food spots. read more

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boston common is located in downtown boston! it's america's oldest park, you must check it out! in the summer, there are swan boats - each ride is $4 (as far as i can remember) and they run every 15 minutes. the park is quite big and you'll always see people during any time of the day. i've been at night as it's quite safe. the park also has a tennis court, which is first come first serve. in the winter, there's an ice skating rink. there's a parking garage located underneath the park. boston common is also easily accessible by the green line. it's located near the arlington, boylston and park street stops. overall rating: 10/10 read more

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LOVE THIS PARK!! PERIOD!! I was exploring Boston alone and after exploring Freedom Trail got exhausted coz it was like 80 degrees and with a back pack . I needed some place to relax and glad it part of the Freedom Trail. Lot of greenery with cool breeze and I just took of my shoe and laid down on the grass for 45 mins watching people and listening to an old Chinese man playing an instrument. Felt so good. Probably one of the best moments of my trip. Pros: ---------- Great place to relax Historical sites around and in the park In downtown Close to subway and buses Kids play area Lot of vendors and food trucks AMC with in 10 min read more

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Love the parks around here, always something going on and very positive and uplifting vibes. What I find interesting is that they have wall pumps of sunscreen with spf 30 as a part of a skin cancer awareness initiative, pretty cool! read more

Boston Common - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Regardless of the season, Boston Common is beautiful year-round. In the summer/spring, expect green foliage, beautiful blooms, and ducks sunning their feathers. Winter showcases the beauty of snowy New England, and fall is simply unmatched! Peruse the animals, stroll through the paths, admire the history, or take a ride on the famous swan boats. You can even enjoy light snacks (and sometimes music) from local vendors as you walk. This is my favorite place in Boston and recommend it to all my visiting friends. Don't forget to visit the duckling statue! read more

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Boston Common is nothing special to me. Just a large park and nothing to see. It is less decorated like the beautiful Boston Public Gardens, so there is not much to see but a man made lake and trees. I guess I am just use to nature parks in Cali. Oh and there are homeless people living there so not a great place to be for tourists. read more

One of my favorite places. Parking anywhere in Boston is pretty tough so I definitely recommend public transportation. I park miles away so I can walk through the city, grab some takeout and then throw down a blanket here with some food and my library book. People watching is at its finest. Dog friendly too! They have a cool little carousel here and a pond with a small food shack. Tons of benches and a few picnic tables. I always bring a bag of peanuts to feed the squirrels. They come right up to you. I love them. If you get thirsty or hungry there are venders around with Gatorade, lemonade etc. and you have to try those sausage with peppers and onions. Mmmmm. Food trucks stop here too so tons of choices. A little piece of heaven in the city. read more

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It's a large park, full of statues and memorials. Great fountain, a friendly visitor's center and just a nice place to relax.

The common is a must visit. There is always something going on here. I usually use this as my walk through the city. read more

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Boston Common is the oldest city park in the United States. There are a few things to check out (the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial, the view of the Massachusetts State House, the Brewer Fountain, and the Soldiers and Sailors Monument are a view), but it isn't as pretty as the neighboring Boston Public Garden in my opinion. Still, worth checking out if you need a walk or if you're starting the Black Heritage Trail or the Freedom Trail (which both start nearby). read more

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Boston Common is the official beginning of the Freedom Trail. My sister and I took a walking tour, so our guide walked us around. We didn't do the whole trail, but apparently it's 2.5 miles with 16 different sites to check out. Some of the sites you'll see: Park Street Church, Massachusetts State House, site of the Boston Massacre, the Benjamin Franklin Statue, Paul Revere House and more. Great place to read a book or take a stroll on a beautiful day! read more

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My family stopped in Boston Common to take a rest as we explored the city, we sat in front of a large fountain and let the sound soothe us. The park is large and beautiful. It had plenty of seats as well as some food vendors if your feeling hungry. I was thinking about buying something and having a nice meal at the park but decided to keep going on my way and continue my exploration of the city. Certainly a nice stop to rest, relax and enjoy oneself. read more

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Walked around Boston Common on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon. A simple and peaceful space to sit, walk, and enjoy a break from the city. Quality: The unbelievably beautiful day certainly helped, but Boston Common is just a simple and appealing green space. There are different sites to see throughout including statues and the ducks, but it is more just a chill space to sit down and relax. We strolled the park and were treated with autumn colors despite it being late in the season. Quantity: Boston Common is about 50 acres of beautiful greenery in the center of Boston. Value: No fees to visit the park. Ambiance: Boston Common sits in the middle of the downtown Boston. The large park stretches a good distance and provides rolling green hills, gardens, trees, and a large pond. The signature spot is the pond, which is filled with ducks, as well as a small island where the ducks tend to gravitate towards. What is incredible about the space though is that is incredibly zen. Usually city parks tend to still carry the life of the surroundings, but here there is this tranquility in the air that is unexpected. Crowd: On a shockingly warm autumn afternoon, the park was quite busy. Plenty of people walking around, taking in the colors, and enjoying picnics. Service: The park is always immaculate, which is incredible since you rarely see any maintenance workers. Parking: Street parking can be found across the nearby residential areas. read more

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Absolutely love this public park! A plethora of space for locals and tourists to enjoy. Just to name a few things here there's a flower garden, row boats, sport fields, and so much green space. I got a better appreciate of this park once my partner and I completed our duck tour of Boston. If you're short on time, which we were, the duck tour is a great overview from local Bostonians. We enjoyed downtown Boston for many reasons and this park is one of them! read more

Boston Common is Boston's historical park that's part duck pond, part public green space, & part history lesson. Any visit to Boston should include a walk through this park to get a sense of some Boston mystique. My Overall Rating - 4 Stars (Atmosphere, Facility/Park) Atmosphere - Boston Common is not only Boston's most historical Park, but it is also the nation's first public park. While it is not a quiet park, it is not a loud one either. You see a mix of everything here, from children playing & feeding the ducks in the duck pond, to the Bostonians enjoying a gentle stroll to the green space and resting on a bench, to the plethora of college students reading on the grass, to tourists like me taking it all in. My one visit to Boston Commons happened to coincide with the late Robin Williams's passing. We were fortunate enough to visit the park and the bench where she sat at during the iconic scene in Good Will Hunting. This bench had been turned into a make shift memorial, with hundreds of people gathered around paying their respects. It was quiet, serene, a very peaceful. But it was a reminder of how a simple park could be such a monumental location. 2 Stars. Facility/Park - The star of this park (besides the history) is the duck pond in the middle. Here you will find hundreds of ducks around for you waiting for you to feed them. Over the years they have become very accustomed to human, so you will find many great start willing to walk up to you. There are also hundreds of benches, a few monuments & statues, plenty of parking space, and lots of grassy areas for you to settle down in. It is a basic park though, so don't expect a zoo in the middle, or lake/lagoon, or any fancy restaurants. But then again, Boston Commons is not trying to be something it is not. However, if you're looking for those type of amenities, you will not find them here. 1 1/2 Star. Will I Return? - Probably. It's a great park that will definitely break up your day if you are touring Boston's concrete jungle. However, you definitely need to make time to visit. You need to spend at least half a day here to really enjoy it & relax. But in a city like Boston, where there're so many things and so many historic place to visit, sometimes finding that time to be a challenge. 1/2 Star. My Yelp Rating Scale (Sum of all parts): 2 Stars - Atmosphere - Is it a cool dive? Perhaps an upscale place? No matter the type, atmosphere plays a big part and I'll give a star if I like it or thinks it has great charm. 2 Stars - Facility - I'll award up to two stars for the facility, since this is the main reason we go out. Sometimes the extra star is given for value, but it's really all about the facility. 1 Star - Will I come back? - If I know for a fact I'll return, I'll give this a star. A place has to make an impression for me to return. Each Category can be given up to 1 star except food (2 stars) because I consider all these categories important to the overall dining experience. I will sum them up to provide my final Yelp score. read more

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This place is a must visit while in Boston. It is essentially Boston's equivalent to a Central Park. There is so much history in this place and so many sights to be seen. This is also the initiation place for the freedom trail which is awesome. Overall, the grounds are beautiful and the park Is extremely well maintained. Pros- Centrally located Relaxation Views Picturesque Freedom trail Groundskeeping Cons- Often homeless people read more

Boston Common - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

It's not a big park but you really feel the history of the place when you walk through it. I came on a cold, dreary day with my dad and sister and walked through the whole of it. Not much going on since it was too cold to be out there, but it's worth seeing. Any kind of green space in a city is noteworthy. I know they do lots of events here and would love to be back to visit. It feels a bit like you're in Europe! There's a fountain and a few statues to look at. read more

Bottom Line: Impressive because it is the oldest park in the country and it is in fashion all year long. What I find most fascinating about Boston Common is the age of the park. Founded in 1634, Boston Common is 382 years old! Roanoke colonists arrived in 1585 (and then disappeared), Jamestowne colonists settled in 1607, the famous Pilgrims set foot on Plymouth Rock (purportedly) in 1620 after accidentally landing 500-plus miles north of Jamestowne, and then just 14 years later Boston Common was established. But, with wilderness as far as the eye can see and there being no concept other than open space, Boston Common was not established as a modern park but instead a communal cow pasture. At some point, perhaps in the mid 1800s, Boston Common started to evolve more into what we see today. I visited Boston Common on a surprisingly brisk October day and the park was peaceful. Walking down the paved path under the rustling of fully-leaved trees I imagined how beautiful the park must be in the Fall when the leaves change color. And I imagined how beautiful the park must be in Winter after a freshly fallen snow. And I imagined how beautiful the park must be on the first mild day of May hinting that Spring really is on the way. And I imagined what a great spot this would be to have a summer picnic not too far from Frog Pond. I enjoyed weaving my way through the park and discovering the unique elements of the park. I know that Frog Pond is popular and I found joy in the cute frog weathervane on the accompanying building. Another whimsical element is the carousel. Although the carousel is fairly new it has the nostalgia of an antique from Coney Island. The Soliders and Sailors Monument is an impressive memorial to Civil War heroes and is deep with symbolism. I also found the nearby WWI mine and memorial to be interesting. Speaking of interesting, I didn't get to see the Ether Monument but I definitely find that a little quirky and unique. Where else can you find a monument of one man drugging a half-naked man with his potent cloth? Boston Common is one of ten-plus parks that make up Boston's awesome Emerald Necklace. Multiple subway stops are located on the Common and there are many adjacent points of interest like the Boston Public Garden and the Granary Burying Ground. read more

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The oldest city park in the USA. Also the founding area for the city of Boston. Centuries ago, William Blaxton made his home here, and the Puritans arrived not long afterwards. The hills where the state capitol is were actually once much higher, but centuries of excavation shortened them by quite a bit. Today it's a popular hanging-out place; in winter, you can ever go ice skating at the Frog Pond. But if you're a new visitor, go to the Visitors Center and do a tour of the Freedom Trail. read more

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It's like a smaller, posher, more manicured version of New York's Central Park. Along with the eye-catching flora, absurd swan boats, and imposing statue(s), Boston Common comes with the related trappings one might expect: yuppie joggers, yummy mummies with strollers, and surprisingly talented street artists. I can see why one would want to live in a building abutting this park. And I can also appreciate why said residence might be exorbitantly priced. As an epitome of ultra-urban green space, this park is exceedingly exemplary. I'll leave you to interpret what exactly that means... read more

I'm a big city girl and love visiting other great cities when I'm traveling, but I always have to get some downtime at a local park. At the Boston Common, you can't get any more local than that. You can access the park from the T or you'll eventually run into it when you do the Freedom Trail. It's the oldest public park in the U.S. where you get views of the State House, plenty of little green expanses for resting, the Frog Pond where the kids can dip their feet in the water and go crazy. It's in the middle of town, so it's impossible to ignore when you're exploring Beantown. read more

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A great, spacious park that offers a breath of fresh air and a respite to locals and tourists alike. read more

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I can't imagine Boston without this huge Boston Common! It is a much needed solace in the middle of the concrete jungle. I have always found Boston Common as a dear friend who comforts you in the time of distress. Locals and tourists both walk across the downtown exploring the Boston city and get tired. This is when they go to Boston Common, sit under one of the thousand trees, on the neatly trimmed grass, watch kids playing at the frog pond or the swan boats that swim on the water along with the ducks/geese, play with the friendly squirrels that jump up and down the trees, listen to some of the finest street musicians playing variety of international music, have lemonade, roasted nuts, fried dough... Well you can do all of it or you can just sit anywhere, close your eyes and feel the cool breeze. It should be enough to de-stress you. read more

This is a lovely park smack in the middle of downtown Boston. The city dwellers take full advantage of this green space. There were tons of people out walking or jogging in the park in the middle of the work day. It is hard to believe this park has been around since 1634. Our founding fathers walk in through this park. The park is well kept and clean. I noticed a few playgrounds for the kids, water fountains and plenty of fields for playing and trees for shade. You can also pick up some tasty street food and relax on a park bench. read more

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For chilling I prefer the Public Garden with the man made lake and all the pretty flower beds.. However if you here for History, Boston Common is a must visit. If you walk the Freedom Trail you would pass by here and it is also the oldest city park in US dating back to 1634. Love freaking my friend out by telling her about ghost stories related to the Commons... as I drag her to visit the Central Burying Ground and the spot where execution has been held till 1817. read more

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