One of many beautiful areas of the Boston Common. A wading pool in the warmer weather, one of the…read moremany beautiful green areas in the city.

Romantic notion when you're pretty much skating on concrete?…read more The admission fee and rentals make this spot totally not worth. You're really only here for the location and that nebulous "romantic feel". The ice itself is atrocious, even though the rink (and I use that term lightly) does get a Zamboni out from time-to-time. But the ice is so uneven. You can see concrete in some spots, with how some of the ice is so thin. You'll encounter a lot of folks that cannot stay vertical on skates, it's just the reality. Don't be surprised when someone behind you suddenly grabs you in desperation to prevent themselves from falling. Plus it's super crowded here during peak times. There are so many other nearby spots of grab better and more affordable concessions, so don't fall for the ones here.

Pretty good park to visit with the kids. Lots of playgrounds and structures to play on and a very…read moresafe space. The park was also very clean.

A unique modern playground right near the Children's Museum in Seaport!…read more This park was designed in honor of the youngest victim of the Boston Marathon bombing. This is not your typical playground. There are multiple sections of the park, which make it great for exploring. You turn a corner and cross a bridge and you're in a new space with new features! In the lower section, there is a water garden with misting fountains turned on during the warmer months. There are plenty of benches for taking a rest or snack time among the well-maintained greenery. I'd say for kiddos under 2, maybe even 3, playing on the pirate ship and near the slides definitely needs close adult supervision. The plank up the hill to the ship is quite steep, as are the two slides on the other side of the park. Definitely worth the trek into Seaport with your little ones!

The gem of the city. The esplanade connects Boston to Cambridge, there's a few bridges that run…read moreover the waterway. Wonderful place for walking, running, or cycling. Flat course with mostly functional water fountains. There are often events at the hatch such as orchestra performances, free movie nights, and more. At night it is relatively safe to walk as well, you should still be aware of your surroundings as anywhere else. One of my favorite parts of Boston.

The Esplanade is always beautiful, it doesn't matter the season. This is the perfect time of year -…read morewell now thru Fall to visit. Winter is nice too but they lock up the bathrooms which can be annoying if you're taking a super long walk and trying to stay hydrated! If you're looking for something to do on the weekend, look no further. The park is so big - you can listen to music or maybe even see a movie at the Hatch Shell, have a picnic, hangout on the dock, or even have a beer at Night Shift. Oh and if you have kids, there are a few different playgrounds. Let's not forget, it's super dog friendly. Oh and get your cameras ready for various birds and sometimes turtles in the lagoon.

My 10 and 12 year old boys wanted to come back to this playground everyday…read more The vibrant and whimsical structures were great for their imaginations and age. Not an eyesore but an art installment in city center. Lots of school and local park playgrounds gear toward younger kids and toddlers. It was great to see my older kids engage so thoroughly. They were running, laughing and sweating up a storm in the blistering Boston summer. They were talking about how to work the water installments through collaboration, getting other kids in on the fun, too. Very nice job on this play structure install. Do kind of wish there was more shade for the parents and infants waiting at the banks.

Made famous on the internet for a cop going down the slide, while in town I had to try the slide…read morefor myself. Even in the middle of the night the park was busy with adults with the same thought process. I can report back that the slide is indeed scary, fast, and so so fun!

I loved my experience visiting the Boston Commons. This park is beautiful and green. I went for a…read moremorning walk here and it was so relaxing. Highly recommend. We also found the viral Boston newspaper photographers. They are located on the bridge next to the swan boats. It is free but they accept donations for tips. It was a cute souvenir to bring home and remember our trip.

Boston Common is one of the oldest city park in the US since 1634. You need more than a day to…read morecheck out every aspect of the park. We went into the Boston Common park after our tour group visited Beacon Hill neighborhood, we walked around and saw Martin Luther King, Jr. Sculpture "The Embrace", then we walked around The Parkman Bandstand- where concerts, rallies and speeches are held. Also free Shakespeare on the Common during the Summer. Look forward to coming back soon and visiting other areas of Boston Common Park.

Cute small playground in the hustle bustle of the city. Take your kiddos here, right across the…read morestreet from the Friendly Toast. It's got 3 different things to climb up/ turn on and run off your zoomies. It's mostly enclosed which is a huge thing if you have a crazy toddler like me. 10/10 would recommend.

Frieda Garcia Park is a cute little patch of grass with benches to sit rest and read. Next to that…read moreis a contained children's playground in the heart of Boston's Back Bay. THE DEAL: no dogs allowed on the grass. That took away one star for me.

This is a quaint little park, conveniently located near Bay Village, Chinatown, and the Theatre…read moreDistrict in Boston. It is very nicely kept, has a cute little playground, and has plenty of places to sit and relax (in addition to the grassy areas). I have walked through this park countless times on my way to catch the T (it is next to the Tufts T stop), and when the weather is nice, it is a great place to take a quick break, catch some sun or eat your lunch. I often see many dog owners bringing their dogs here, although there is a small little, fenced-in dog park right around the corner. This park may be tiny, and lives in the shadow of the neighboring Boston Commons, but it really adds value to the neighborhood and is a wonderful little addition to the area.

A park for solitude when the Common is too full…read more Small park, a bit of green space, a weird cylindrical church, a little shade. It's a good place to stop for a quick break, to sit in the shade on a hot day or to watch little sparrows fight over crumbs.

A really cool spot to be able to just hang out or to have a meal at. We stopped over in little…read moreItaly to get a sandwich and we ate at one of the tables. The park has plenty of tables, benches, and swings. They even had a splash pad for children to cool off. It is a nice green spot in the middle of an urban landscape.

Really nice park with plenty of open space and seating to relax. It also offers great views of the…read moreboston skyline.

Next time you're in the North End, you gotta stop by this park. It's very well maintained and there…read moreis something for everyone. My favorite part is the the Rose Garden. They take such great care of it and it's a nice spot to take a break. Throughout the year, they hold various events at this park. My favorite is when Santa comes to town in his red helicopter. They also have a very cute "Tunnel of Love" during February. This park is very dog friendly and there are bathrooms nearby too - just right at the Marriott hotel. They have some outside or if you prefer, you can go inside the Marriott and go up the escalator. FYI, right now the escalator is out of order, but you can take the elevator up to the UL. Oh, and they have a Starbucks right inside too. Next time you're in the area, check the park out for yourselves.

Lovely waterfront park only steps away from Quincy/Faneuil Market…read more Lots of green space and picturesque views of the Harbor.

I love this little hidden playground. If you are staying near Copley Square or Boston Common with…read morelittle ones, it's a great playground to visit. There are slides and play structures for younger toddlers and older kids. Also, a sand pit with toy shovels and trucks for little ones to dig around. There is a small amphitheater area with a few donated soccer balls as well. Big secure gates ensure no kids escape into traffic. Plenty of trees around that will offer you shade during the summer. Beautiful brown stones surround you as your kids play. If only I lived in the city!

It's a pretty, shaded park with a big kid playground equipment, little kid playground equipment,…read moresandbox, cute stepping stones, a ball area, and more. It's secure and fenced in. There are toys everywhere for the kids to share, which is nice, although most of them are understandably broken. The main reason for my lower review is that it is apparently shared with the local elementary schools. If you have a toddler, I would not recommend going here on a weekday during the day (at least on a Friday). There are far too many kids for a toddler to be safe, and my kid ended up getting frustrated and crying in the end, which is unusual for him. That said, all the older kids looked like they were having a great time.