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    The Riverway

    4.7 (11 reviews)

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    kiki i.

    I walk with my dog this riverway everyday rain or shine. This place is very special to me. I feel, smell and see the changing seasons. i enjoy to see little creatures such as birds, rabbits, geese and squirrels. Even in freezing winter, i love to see beautiful snow sculptures on trees. it is so beautiful and peaceful. Since it's so natural, before i studied about Frederick Law Olmsted (Landscape Architect who designed the Boston's Emerald Necklace), i didn't know this place was man-made. If you like running, cycling, walking and/or just wanna be relax, this is a great place. oh, this place is very quiet and not populated at all which part i like, but don't go after dark, girls.

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    7 years ago

    Great place for a walk in Boston! Perfect for a run or a way to get some sun in the afternoon.

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    11 years ago

    Near Back Bay Ferns, this is a great little walking area that often gets overlooked.

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    Like all of the Emerald necklace, the Riverway is shady in summer and I am sure amazing in fall.

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    The Esplanade - Nighttime

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    4.8(100 reviews)
    3.0 kmBeacon Hill

    The Esplanade was a revelation, one of the highlights of my trip to Boston!…read more We took the T-red, got off Charles/MGH and it was a short walk to the Esplanade, a few miles alongside Charles Rivers with beautiful views of the river, wild life, the bridge and the city! We went on a Saturday morning, locals were walking, jogging, sitting on a bench drinking their coffee. Teams were out in the water roving, a nice visual Boston cliche that you see in movies, but I got to see for real. You can walk for miles here, till you get to the BU Bridge in parallel with the beautiful houses of Beacon Hill. Nice nature, cute bridges, birds, peaceful spots to stop by and look at the water, enjoy a book or a coffee. Nice locals offered to take our photos and we enjoyed chatted with. Beautiful sculptures, clean restrooms, lots of greenery. Great spot for a picnic also. I am sure it's pretty here at sunset. I am sure they have events here as well. My husband regrets not knowing about it. He went to Boston University and walked the BU Beach and the Bridge, but wasn't aware of this part. He would have loved to come here for peaceful walks and some reading. We didn't want to leave. A must see place in Boston!

    " Definitely come " Been coming here since I was a kid . I…read moredefinitely recommend coming here . If visiting and especially if you live in Boston . Parking is very difficult. You can google how to transport by public transit. Or google a parking lot but it will be pricey.

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    Boston common is a gorgeous green space that I have had the pleasure of visiting multiple times…read morenow. That's a good thing too because there is so much space and so much to see here that it can definitely take more than one visit to appreciate its beauty and all that it has to offer. It's known as the oldest public park in the United States and I personally love the way that it's laid out. I wish they still made parks like this. There are wide open lawns with winding paths, people sitting on benches or enjoying picnics on the grass with their dogs. I have seen large events here and even performers as well as family barbecues and groups of people just gathering to spend time together outside. It's nice to just be in this beautiful green space surrounded by the city skyline and historic buildings. I can really sit here and appreciate that I'm in an important City but also feel like I have this little bubble of an oasis surrounding me and keeping everything calm. It's just a nice place to exist and enjoy nature for a bit and it also connects to the Boston public garden which is another gorgeous space for just enjoying nature. It's unfortunate that I have never been able to stop here when I have had my dog with me on a trip through the city because I know she would love visiting this park. Who wouldn't?

    Had a great experience at Boston Common during a recent work trip. I decided to get up early and go…read morefor a walk, and it turned out to be one of the best parts of my visit. The park has a really relaxing vibe in the morning. Plenty of space, nice paths, and just a great atmosphere to clear your head. It's perfect whether you're looking to go for a run or just take a casual stroll. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're in Boston and want a peaceful way to start your day.

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