Busy cities need green spaces and this one near the Financial District gets it done. Trees, grass, benches and a fountain (though it was drained for the winter). It's a small park, so you're not going to be able to get away from the street noise or even the occasional jet turning on its climb out of Logan a couple of miles away. Still, the grass helped improve my mood. It is nicely lit up in the evening. There is a parking deck underneath the park. It's probably very expensive. read more

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Another great Green space in the city to sit and enjoy. Lots of interesting places to take pictures if you need amazing backgrounds.

The most peaceful spot to sit in between meetings. The flowers all smell incredible and fresh it is one of my favorite places to relax in! The fountains drown out a lot of the city noise. Pretty pretty! Oh and if you stop at Sip for a drink? Cough cough could be a lovely date! read more

Norman B Leventhal Park - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A small park is located in the Financial District. It doesn't look like much at first. Norman B. Leventhal Park actually has a lot going on. Benches to relax on, and a fountain is the highlight. This is a good place for getting away from the bustle going on around it. It might be the cleanest park there is, in Boston at least of course. Located in one of the busiest areas, it gets lots who pass through going somewhere. The park is pretty small and there's not a whole lot to see but what's here is pretty nice though. Best thing is a fountain. Some benches are around it. Even if you can't find a bench there's lots of open space on the grass to lay out and maybe read a book. There's also artists and musicians. A good way to relax for a few minutes from the frantic people around here. It has a nice fountain and some entertainment may go on. The park is pretty clean and safe. read more

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Beautiful park! Wonderfully maintained and very clean. A wonderful place to get off your feet for a minute or two in a beautiful environment. read more

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This is not a very big park but if you want to get away from everything going on in the stores and on the streets this is a good place to go. I often come here when I am taking a break from shopping so I can just sit around and do nothing. There are beautiful gardens and trees here and a lot of grassy space. I love to go and sit on the grass for a while and just take it easy for a little bit. It is right near a cafe so you can grab something there to have while you are sitting on either the grass or the benches that are in this park. It's right near Boston's financial district so it's pretty much right in the center of things but it is still pretty peaceful here. read more

Next time you're busy running to the coffee shop, the gym, the office, the bathroom...take a moment to appreciate this small park in the financial district. It's simple, calming, and beautiful. Best part is that it's free!! Walk through, look up, and enjoy the view. (Jk on the bathroom. If you gotta go, you gotta go.) read more

Norman B Leventhal Park - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The greatest park of all time. This place is spotless, and I am in love with the free cushions in the summer (so you don't get grass stains) and the book cart. The live music is great too, although I can't say anyone actually listens to it. Everyone's too busy people-watching and sunning themselves. It gets fairly crowded in the summer, but there are so many places to sit (on the grass, on benches, on other benches, on the low gray wall surrounding the park) that it never feels claustrophobic. I've never been, but they also have free exercise classes in the morning (at the crack of dawn - oof) and after work. read more

Norman B Leventhal Park - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This a a beautiful downtown Boston mini park. It is kept nearly spotlessly clean - which is really impressive given it's near downtown crossing location. During good weather months there are cushions and books available to use for free. There is also a brand new fountain at the end closest to Fanueil Hall and Sip (a little coffee+ shop) at the other end. And, there is a very nice parking garage right below it. They've also started offering workout classes in the mornings and there are sometimes musicians during lunch hours. Great stuff! read more

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Total hidden gem. It's gorgeous, well kept up, and lovely all year round. read more

Norman B Leventhal Park - Gorgeous fall morning here - Parks Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

An adorable park nestled in the Financial District of Boston, Norman B Levanthal Park is the perfect spot to take a minute and enjoy the greenery in the big city. The abundance of trees and fountains makes it a great location even during the hot summer months. It's close proximity to Sip Cafe makes this park a popular place for visitors to enjoy a coffee or tea or even have an outdoor lunch. It's not rare to see picnics happening on the lawn or visitors reading a novel on the benches. Great scenery, a central location, and a beautiful layout, you can't go wrong with a visit to this park. read more

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super cute park in boston. i highly recommend walking by to check it out and take pics & enjoy a little bit of nature in the city. there is always something going on here and is a nice gem of the city in my opinion, although small. read more

The perfect lunchtime retreat for all of us yuppies who work in offices downtown. Amen to this little getaway! Here's just a few of the many things I love about this spot: 1. They provide public cushions to sit on! This is so we professionals (?!) don't get dirt and grass stains all over our fabulous business casual ensembles. How cool is that? 2. There is almost always a band playing! They play... hmmm... old time/ rag time type music? Whatevs, it's a group of old dudes who rock out and help bring some extra joy to my lunch hour. 3. It's right smack in the middle of it all... There's a Z Square cafe right there in the square, plus it's super quick walking distance (within 2-3 blocks) of a million other favorites, like Boloco, Herrera's cart, or the incredible Boston Kebab House, just to name a few. Grab some take out or BYO salad/sandwich/shishkabab and veg out in the grass. 4. It's pretty! They've done a great job of creating a nice, fluffy lawn space to sit on, gorgeous flowers lining the whole park, and clean, pretty walkways to lead you through. 5. There's a fountain. Who doesn't love a fountain? Best part of the fountain is to run underneath it on hot days. But then you go back to work all wet, and that can be hard to explain. Personally I think it's worth it, but it's your choice. 6. A+ people watching. This is THE hangout for all the other 24-32 year olds who work downtown. Many of them are single, and some are even attractive. Go, singles, and hit on each other!! They say Boston is a tough town to meet people?? Pssssh. Clearly whoever said that hasn't dined in Post Office Square. Do it. read more

Looking for a city center oasis that paints a pretty decent modernization of Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte? Look no further, obscure art reference-getter. PO Square is meticulously designed and stunningly maintained, with grassy knolls, an Ayn Rand-approved fountain, benches shaded by arching trees and ivy-bound trellises and a cornucopia of financial tarts looking to eHarm IRL. LOL JK SRSLY. During the summer, when parks are meant to shine, it does just that. Free midday mini-concerts from jazz trios, complimentary cushions to prevent grass-stained tushies and an honor system book cart for when you've just gotta get Grishamed! Interestingly, I've never been to the onsite snack bar (Sip Cafe) for their sundries, usually because I'm packing 'wich from any of the billion nearby lunch purveyors. But, yknow, it's not like I won't be back anytime I'm in the gray, skeletal wasteland surrounding it. I mean, look at all the buildings! Kudos to you, Norman B. Leventhal, and the park you've lent your name to, even though nobody calls it that. Sorry brah. read more

People...People! This is called the GREEN BEACH. Although I actually just got the whole Busch Gardens joke and touche my friend. When the grass isn't being aerated (which for some reason they do approx 10x/year) you can lounge on the lush grass, plus you don't have to worry about staining your Theory suit (maybe BB for the guys) because they provide little cushions to sit on. If you opt not to sit on the grass, there are tons of benches and walls to sit on. Be sure to bring your aviators because you're about to do some serious people watching/staring. Sometimes...only sometimes, the Jesus guy with all of the offensive posters will wander over from North Station to babble nonsensically in the middle of the green. The only thing funnier than this is watching the security guard try to kick him out. All the while, there's a string band (harp included) playing for your musical enjoyment. This meat market is packed with Boston's finest young professionals. So, get out of whatever sales meeting you have; this is where the true "prospecting" in Boston takes place. read more

Pretty little park across the street from my office and it super clean and pristine with benches and an open walkway. Pleasing to the eye and very serene. read more

Um, nobody told me that Post Office Square was pretty now... Not cool, guys. Not cool. It's a beautiful green oasis dead in the center of millions of tall buildings. I'm jealous I don't work around here, cause I'd easily become a regular. Must be a great place to enjoy a summer lunch! Clean benches line a covered walkway, which I can imagine is a likely photo-op, or great place for those of whom forgot their SPF coverage. A little kid was running around in the fountain last night having a grand ole time. My friend said I should hope she forgets it's there, cause we frequent bars down the street, and in the warm summer nights she would want to run through the fountains too, and by this, I think she means push me into it... Well done, Boston park making people! I'm impressed! We were still talking about how nice it was while getting drinks across the street, and our bartender said at night it's all lit up and very romantic. He suggested we stop by again when the sun is down. read more

I have a few friends who call this park as 'Bush Gardens' in reference to the very lovely young women who congregate here at lunchtime during the summer. Seriously, this place is like Tia's without the overpriced drinks or ear-splitting music. I've heard about several romances blooming along with the flowers that separate the park from Congress Street. Seriously though, this place is awesome. With the fountains, greenery, and peaceful music you almost forget that you're in downtown Boston - awesome, considering that many of the people congregating here during the day are doing so to forget about their work for a little while. There are even cushions for you to sit on so you don't get grass stains on your ass. Just watch out for the pigeons, they're everywhere and have no qualms about flying right into your head or hopping over your lunch. read more

Beautiful little square surrounded by gorgeous gardens and buildings with great classic architecture. The gardens feature some stunning magnolia trees. read more

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This is a great 'urban park' with versatile sittable non-benches along the walking paths, some nice fountaintry (certainly not a word), and overall a pretty swell option for enjoying some Casa Razdora lunch, regardless of the weather. Shout-out to my boy RJ: Robert J. 5.0 star rating 3/30/2014 Garage with bathrooms! Very safe and affordable! read more

Post Office Square in the summertime... Especially in this summer of 08, when it rains more than it is sunny - much more - Bostonians can appreciate the simple loveliness that is Post Office Square. Being from the Washington, D.C. area, I am very used to city parks, little oases of green amidst the concrete jungle. Boston, apparently, also has these to offer, particularly in POS. My favorite part of POS is the charming canopy of plants and flowers through which you can stroll or sit. Yesterday, a harpist was tuning up, an older man was walking his grandchild around and around the Square in a stroller, and business-folk (people with real jobs, not like me!) chatted and took a break from the daily grind. read more

Small clean park right next to my office. Beautiful and a great spot to come out for your lunch break. They offer cushions to protect your bottom from grass stains as you sit and soak in the sun. They offer classes throughout the week as well - yoga, etc. On Thursdays in the summer there's a band/some live performer. Beautiful little fountain as well. Park is full of poke stops for ya Pokemon Go-ers (like myself)! read more

Very nice park in the city and close to many food options. Makes me wish I worked downtown

Well, folks - allow Post Office Square to teach you how to Park. Plenty of lovely green grass upon which to sit. Clean, well-maintained sidewalks with benches and trash cans conveniently placed. Tiered landscape offers ledges on which to sit. They keep a library cart handy so that you can have something to read while you sit and enjoy your lunch, in case you forgot to bring your book. Most importantly, there's a big gigantic cart full of cushions that you can grab and sit on so your pre Labor Day whites don't get all grass stained while you eat your hoagie and read Harry Potter! If Toby Keith weren't a redneck jerk, he would have sang "I Love This Park". read more

Freaking love PO Square. I used to work a couple blocks away and would head here nearly every day that it was open. Now my office is more like a ten+ minute walk, and so I don't make it down as often. I never went during 'prime' lunchtime, it's nothing but a meat market then. But go around 2ish, and oh glorious one, it's magnificent. Grab a cushion, or 2 or 3, plop down with a book or your lunch, or to take a nap, and enjoy the city sounds, or occasionally the live music playing for you. I'm so happy it's PO Square season again! read more

Post Office Square was the perfect setting for our wedding ceremony. The park is clean and well maintained, making it the ideal backdrop for our big day. On the day of our ceremony, the elevators weren't working but the park staff was more than accommodating, driving our grandparents up from the parking garage in their golf cart. Although the park does not allow chairs or equipment to be brought in for the ceremony, they provided chairs for our elderly guests. Furthermore, the park staff helped our family to vacate an area under the pergola for our ceremony and photographs. We would highly recommend Post Office Square for your wedding celebration! read more

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Very nice spot accessible to the entire financial district. The park is exceptionally well manicured and is a lovely oasis form the concrete expanse in all directions. There are plentiful benches, as well as pads provided by the park staff to sit on the grassy area. If you fancy a warm or cold drink there is a full service coffee shop there as well with light fare. read more

Best part of working downtown in the summer. Bring a picnic, better yet - go to Rock Sugar Cafe for some yummy Thai and get it to go. Bring it here and have a lovely lunch out in the sun. They have seat cushions for you to borrow so you don't get your butt dirty on the grass - just remember to put it back. You can sit in the shade or sun. There are also benches scattered about. Sip Cafe right there also has sandwiches and they serve ice cream and sorbet at their stand during the summer months. Great place to eat with friends, people watch, or read a book. Sometimes there are activities like live music during the day. read more

After a long day exploring the city, we were drawn in to the park by the delightful fountain. The park is one of the cleanest that I have ever seen. We enjoyed relaxing on the benches and watching the kids play in the fountain. My boys made friends with another not and they had the best of times chasing each other in to the fountain. The park is beautiful at night with the walkway lit up as well as the fountain. The park never seemed crowded and was quite relaxing. It would be perfect for a romantic date night stroll. read more

I would consider PO Square one of the best hidden gems in town. It is located right in the middle of the financial district. During lunch there is some of the best people watching in town. There is a great coffee shop there and they hand out these pillow pads for everyone to sit on the grass. read more

If you work in the financial district in town then you most likely know about Post Office Sq's park. But if you haven't you definitely should go check it out. The park is a great getaway during work if you want to sit on the lawn, benches, or near the fountain. During the summer they offer free seat cushions to sit on the grass...where the sun shines for at least 3-5 hours straight... They have either a small band or one person playing music (like banjo, guitar, etc) under one of the pergolas... There is a great small deli that is there as well if you don't brown bag it... There is a fountain at one end and surrounding the park there are benches or a granite wall that you can sit on. If you are a people watcher, like me, then all I do have to say it's prime people watching..ANY TIME! :) There are plenty of places to grab food and bring it over to the park, that is what I do...either brown bag it or grab food somewhere...grab a cushion, take of my shoes, and read a book... it's so relaxing! read more

Post Office Square is a great little green space to eat lunch, breakfast or to just step outside of your office for fresh air. The people watching is usually pretty good and you should probably expect to give at least one tourist directions to Old City Hall or Faneuil Hall. There is a little coffee shop on the corner and a nice fountain that you can sometimes find kids playing in. Plenty of shady seats. I actually kind of hate when they have the string quartet playing during lunch, though. It makes eating lunch feel pretentious. read more

PO Square is a beautiful park in the middle of the financial district. It is impeccably maintained. When the weather is warm I like to go have my lunch here and relax for a few. There are many benches, but it does get very crowded around lunch time. read more

Quite possibly the nicest parking garage I've ever been in, and we parked at 8 pm on Friday until 11 on Sunday for a redonkulously low price of $26. Even the columns of the garage are simply decorated with stencils of blue and yellow flowers. Situated under the exquisite Post Office Square park, and right next to the Langham Hotel where we stayed. I'm sure weekday prices are higher, but this is the place to park on weekends for easy walking to North End, downtown Crossing, the Commin, the Aquarium, Faneuil Hall and more. read more

I like this place very much. Whole day working in front of computer causes eye-pain so i visit this place twice in a day. it is hardly 2-3 min from my office. lots of greenery which relax my eyes. you can see many ppl doing lunch, reading , taking nap. I like to sit on wooden benches , its really a good place to relax and refresh.... read more

Any city in the world would be thrilled to have a park like this. Boston and its Financial District are lucky it's theirs.

Post Office Square on a beautiful summer day is the perfect remedy for the working world blahs. At lunchtime, this place totally comes alive. I'll usually grab a "butt cushion", sit on the grass in the sun, and eat some noms while listening to the violinist/cellist/whoever's playing that day. It's glorious and perfectly located in the financial district...no touristy types are going to end up here! It's also a great place to people watch, or pretend you're 5 again and hop around in the fountain. Loooove it! read more

Beautiful little patch of a park with a fountain among tall industrial buildings. Great place to cool off and sit on the grass for a bit!

GORGEOUS park in the middle of the financial district. Beautiful fountain with nice breeze in the summer. A hidden gem! Perfect for wedding photos as it is quiet here during the weekend. read more

Beautiful park in the middle of the financial district to take a few minutes and relax during lunch time. I don't find it's the place to spend a very long time or seek out if you don't work nearby, but if you do....well worth a visit. Nicer crowd than other parks in the city, but it's not large enough to go for a decent walk. The beauty is impressive enough that you can easily forget there is parking underneath it. read more