In a concrete city, sometimes there is a little need for green. Luckily, there are is a slew of diverse picnics, parks and gardens in Boston that offer happy breaks from the (albeit beautiful) architecture.
Run along the Esplanade for a look at the Charles River and views of Cambridge, or take a ride on the Swan Boats in the Public Garden. For picnics, parks and gardens off the beaten path in Boston, check out the Cambridge Common, the Franklin Park Zoo, the Arnold Arboretum and Jamaica Pond.
10 Derne Street
Riverside recreation...
Arlington, Boylston, Charles and Beacon streets
Large and lovely park...
148 Tremont St.
Between Beacon, Park, Tremont, Boylston, and Charles Sts
Oldest public park in the United States...
Boston Harbour islands
34 islands in this national park...
1 Franklin Park Rd
A city zoo...
125 Arborway
Acres of botanical marvels...
Between The Jamaicaway and Perkins Street
Glacial pond and outdoor park...