1
Boston Common
City park
Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.
4.70 (33.8K reviews)
2
Franklin Park Zoo
Zoo
This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum.
4.40 (7.7K reviews)
3
Franklin Park
City park
This large natural area with fields, wetlands & ponds offers a zoo, golf course & sports courts.
4.50 (5.7K reviews)
4
Castle Island
State park
Site of Fort Independence (open in the summer), with beach, picnic & jogging areas.
4.70 (5.4K reviews)
5
Charles River Esplanade
Park
This green space along the river offers a walking/jogging path, various events & views of the city.
4.80 (4K reviews)
8
The Lawn On D
Event venue
Grassy outdoor space featuring seasonal live music, lawn games & other events, plus concessions.
4.40 (2.2K reviews)
9
Copley Square Park
City park
Storied, small park featuring lawns & a fountain, as well as a seasonal farmer's market & events.
4.60 (2.1K reviews)
10
Boston Common Frog Pond
Tourist attraction
A spray pool in summer & outdoor ice-skating rink in winter, with a snack bar & carousel.
4.60 (1.5K reviews)
13
Joe Moakley Park
Park
This urban park features baseball & soccer fields, a spray area & a jogging track.
4.40 (1.1K reviews)
14
Rose Kennedy Greenway
Park
Bustling urban park providing open lawns, benches, fountains & paved pathways amid waterfront views.
4.60 (999 reviews)
15
Back Bay Fens
Park
This large greenspace has multiple gardens, playgrounds, ball fields & memorials, plus picnic areas.
4.50 (956 reviews)
17
Fan Pier Park
Park
Manicured & landscaped walk on the marina with grassy seating areas, benches, tables & fire pits.
4.80 (873 reviews)
18
Christian Herter Park
Park
Public park with separate playgrounds for toddlers & older children, plus a theater & gardens.
4.60 (853 reviews)
19
LoPresti Park
Park
Harbor-front park with a promenade offering skyline views, plus basketball courts & a playground.
4.70 (844 reviews)
20
Deer Island
Park
This historic park offers miles of trails, picnicking & tours of its wastewater treatment plant.
4.80 (805 reviews)