Free in Boston

Norman B. Leventhal Park

Pleasant city-center park with a garden trellis & walk-through sculptural fountain.

Boston Common

Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.

Boston Public Market

Year-round indoor market with scores of vendors selling local produce, fish, gourmet treats & more.

the Lawn on D

Grassy outdoor space featuring seasonal live music, lawn games & other events, plus concessions.

Copley Square Park

Storied, small park featuring lawns & a fountain, as well as a seasonal farmer's market & events.

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

President Kennedy exhibits, videos & research collections in a striking I.M. Pei–designed building.

Public Garden

Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights.

Bunker Hill Monument

Marking the Battle of Bunker Hill, this 221-ft. granite obelisk features 294 steps & scenic views.

Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park

Sizable park featuring a Civil War-era fort, hiking trails, picnicking areas, fishing & more.

Freedom Trail

SoWa Open Market

Market open Sundays May–Oct featuring handmade apparel, home items, produce, baked goods & sweets.

Castle Island

Site of Fort Independence (open in the summer), with beach, picnic & jogging areas.

Boston Massacre Site

Cobblestone ring marking the site of the 1770 civilian massacre & Revolutionary War precursor.

Boston Public Library

Historic library with grand, Renaissance-style architecture, murals by John Singer Sargent & tours.

Charles River Esplanade

This green space along the river offers a walking/jogging path, various events & views of the city.

Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park

This popular city park featuring a play area, gardens & views of the water hosts many events.

Franklin Park

This large natural area with fields, wetlands & ponds offers a zoo, golf course & sports courts.

Fan Pier Park

Manicured & landscaped walk on the marina with grassy seating areas, benches, tables & fire pits.

Joe Moakley Park

This urban park features baseball & soccer fields, a spray area & a jogging track.

Haymarket

Historic outdoor greenmarket specializing in fruits & vegetables, open Fridays & Saturdays.