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Boston Public Garden
Garden and Park
Beacon Hill, Boston
Go here. Experience the gardens. It's worth it.
"your way to the Swan Boats in Boston Public Garden"(17 Tips)
"friendly squirrels and the ducks and geese"(15 Tips)
"Fabulous tulips!! Perfect place to enjoy Lovely Boston summers :-)"(6 Tips)
"The beautiful flowers and trees"(4 Tips)
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Some of the most beautiful and picturesque scenery in all of Boston, especially in winter and spring. Check out the Ducklings, the Japanese Lantern, the main bridge and the Good Will Hunting bench.
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They say not to feed the ducks, but let's get real it's the cheapest way to make a whole lot of friends. All it takes is one loaf bread and you are God for an hour. Enjoy!
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Bring some nuts! 🥜 This gets you closer to the squirrels 🐿. If not, try spotting a guy bringing a tub of almonds sitting not too far from Washington Statue & you are in for some squirrel moments 📷
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Geoffroy BablonNovember 9, 2014Spot the ducks! And hang out with the incredibly domesticated squirrels (they'll approach you if you pretend to have something in your hands for them).
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Gorgeous park with a bridge, duck boats, and a lot of ducks. Bring the kids, pets, and friends to enjoy the day!
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Beautiful flowers and trees. It's a lovely place to relax with a book or lunch or just sit and watch the ducks, squirrels and people.
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Brian ChaseSeptember 8, 2015A 'must' place to visit in Boston. Ride the swan boats, check out the 'Make way for ducklings' statue of just check out the flowers and trees.
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The Ritz-CarltonMarch 12, 2015Board the delightful Swan Boats in the Public Garden and take a leisurely turn around the lagoon. The foot-pedaled swans are an enchanting rest from a day of shopping or exploring.
Upvote3Downvote- Meg BermanNovember 10, 2018Take a leisurely stroll through beautiful gardens that provide picture perfect year round scenery. Visit the Make Way for Duckling Statues. During the warm weather, arrive early to ride the Swan BoatsUpvote1Downvote
Andrew CAugust 23, 2017This garden area is pretty small, but cute and nice... sit at a bench and people watch or walk through to see the flowers, trees, bridges, or ponds!! It's pretty quiet and peacefulUpvote1Downvote- Meg BermanDecember 6, 2018Take a leisurely stroll through beautiful gardens that provide picture-perfect year round scenery. Visit the Make Way for Duckling Statues. During warm weather, arrive early to ride the Swan Boats.Upvote1Downvote
Victoria GonserJanuary 15, 2017One of my favorite places in MA, the public garden is truly a beautiful and relaxing place. I highly suggest walking the grounds when the flowers and trees are in full bloom.UpvoteDownvote
M KJune 25, 2015Find the bench used during filming for Good Will Hunting. Great place to sit a while and reflect, reading messages left for Robin Williams! Beautiful.Upvote4Downvote1
Dan ScharaldiJuly 8, 2016Beautiful park, lots of photo opportunities. Plenty of places to take a load off for a few and just soak in the sights and sounds of Boston.UpvoteDownvote
IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 28, 20111st public garden in US. Created in 1837 when former Supreme Court Justice Horace Grant donated his camillia collection. Designed by George Meacham who won $100 for efforts. More info via blog. <LINK> Read more
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ESPNOctober 23, 2013When the Red Sox are playing in the World Series, the "Make Way for Ducklings" statues are as excited as anyone in Beantown.
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Just sit by the water during the work lunch time and watch life going on around. Tulips are absolutely beautiful! Cherry blossoms going on! Swan boats and real swans are out there now, take a break frUpvote2Downvote
Trina BeanaJanuary 27, 2014See if you can spy the two friendly elderly ladies dressed in 1930s style clothing. Their spirits emerge from the Ritz Carlton Hotel and are seen strolling arm in arm through the park.UpvoteDownvote
Beautifully maintained. First public park in the United States.
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JasonJune 19, 2015The best place in Boston. You have to come. If already here, walk down to the pins and make way for ducklings!
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Bill HudsonFebruary 1, 2017When someone in Brookline, MA needs a garage door installed or repaired, they often turn to Brookline Garage Door Masters. Address: 1620 Tremont St, Ste 108, Boston, MA 02120 Contact No:(857) 999-3633 Read more
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Stephan SchönebergJune 5, 2017Wonderful place to hang out and have a break from discovering the vivid city.
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Brian SantJuly 11, 2012Get a vanilla cone at the Frosty Man on the corner of Arlington and Boylston and then go sit next to the 'lake' and watch the swan boats go by as you enjoy your delicious treat!UpvoteDownvote
Bring a blanket for lounging, a book for reading, and cash for the swan boats (a touristy diversion for only $3). Bonus points for being here during tulip season.UpvoteDownvote- The Ritz-CarltonMay 5, 2016The famed Boston swan boats return to their Public Garden home this month for a summer of entertainment and rides around the lagoon.UpvoteDownvote
MattJune 17, 2023We just did a quick walk through but it was very pretty. We saw the swan boats but ran out of time to do them.
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Fahad H.April 30, 2015One of the best public garden I have seen and excellent location 🇺🇸
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Nicole MazzaNovember 19, 2015A beautiful place for a sunny afternoon walk. The squirrels are fat and friendly, they came right up to me!
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Alex ApriscoDecember 29, 2015Just walking around and enjoy this oasis in center of Boston near of Beacon HillUpvoteDownvote
IrinaSeptember 25, 2016Lovely park in the centre of Boston. Go for a picnic in the summer. Dog-friendly 🐶UpvoteDownvote
Just a nice place to sit, read and people watching. Otherwise always entertaining to see all the squirrels scampering around!Upvote1Downvote
Vincent De WitSeptember 1, 2015This place is definitely one of the best places to relax in Boston, lovely flowers and lovely atmosphere!Upvote1Downvote
Nicolás Fuenzalida PlazaOctober 21, 2012Excelent place to have a peacefull day with a good friend... For me, very good memories of my good friend Jenna!
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Zach ParkerOctober 25, 2019Boston Public Garden 10 minutes drive to the east of Allston and Boston real estate agency Allston Pads
UpvoteDownvote- Rishi DesaiMay 7, 2013Fabulous tulips!! Perfect place to enjoy Lovely Boston summers :-)
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Ataberk MerbennovMarch 23, 2018Some of the most beautiful and picturesque scenery in all of Boston, especially in winter and springUpvoteDownvote
Hoang PhanAugust 9, 2017Quiet and peaceful place where you can sit and enjoy the view and may catch some swans playing aroundUpvoteDownvote
Carl GriffinJanuary 8, 2016Beautiful botanical oasis. Lovely Victorian flowerbeds and a lagoon.UpvoteDownvote
If you're looking to pat lots of dogs, better to cross the street to the Common. The Public Garden is the spot for a nice, scenic walk.Upvote2Downvote
Angie OsmanskiOctober 16, 2015Gorgeous gardens. Highly suggest walking around the garden.
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Stephen DillAugust 10, 20141000 tree specimens to peruse. And who knew there was a redwood growing in Boston? Find it!Upvote1Downvote
Gillian BarbieriApril 15, 2010Sit on the benches by the pond during the day with a good book. And enjoy a lovely picnic at night with some hot tea. The public garden is truly one of the most beautiful places in Boston.Upvote7Downvote- Herman SaksonoJune 8, 2013Very well manicured garden with beautiful flower beds from Spring to Autumn.
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Mustafa BaroomFebruary 11, 2016It has panorama view to #Boston down town, and I like it in all season
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Carmen da SilvaAugust 15, 2011The Central Park of Boston, there are swan paddle boats in the lake, beautiful landscaping and bridges and a regular offering of musical talent. Read moreUpvoteDownvote- Marc Jacobs IntlMay 6, 2010On your way to the Swan Boats in Boston Public Garden, be sure to pass by the home of the first same sex marriage in the nation, the Arlington St. Church.Upvote28Downvote
teresa SchmitzAugust 20, 2011make sure to take the time to walk through the Gardens. We were there in early May and the trees were blossoming, the tulips were up. BeautifulUpvoteDownvote
Sandy WhittingtonSeptember 19, 2014Beautiful. RIP Robin. Also, if you bring a cute puppy to the park, don't get mad if you get a lot of attention.UpvoteDownvote- Kárenly NievesJuly 30, 2016Sit close to the water and just breathe the air. Also, look for someone and do a random act of kindness.UpvoteDownvote
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Boston Public Garden
9 Arlington St (btwn Beacon & Boylston St)
Boston, MA 02116
United States
Boston, MA 02116
United States
Closed until 7:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
(617) 635-4505
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"Nothing says Boston like the ducklings, so make sure you drop by if you are visiting. It is a great photo opportunity because kids love sitting on their backs."
Rebecca B. - 8.1
"Fun, short boat ride. A sure fire hit with the kiddies. Reasonably priced."
Stephanie - 6.2
"During the Bruins Stanley Cup run in 2011, the statue was outfitted with a Bruins jersey."
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