Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway

Park · Downtown

Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway

Park · Downtown

Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110

Highlights

The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway is a vibrant 1.5-mile urban park featuring art, a whimsical carousel, fountains, and lush greenery, perfect for leisurely strolls or picnics.

Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110 Get directions

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"Who wouldn’t trade an ugly elevated highway for a ribbon of new parkland? Boston’s famous Big Dig dismantled the eyesore John F. Kennedy Expressway that long separated downtown from its waterfront and turned most of its former route into a linear park named in honor of JFK’s mother. The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway snakes for a mile and a half from Chinatown to the North End, mostly parallel to Boston Harbor. It’s a pleasant alternative to walking the city’s busy streets to get around, and you can use the park’s free Wi-Fi to plan your visit. Along the way you’ll find seven decorative and interactive fountains; a carousel where lobsters, codfish, harbor seals, and other local animals take the place of horses; and a variety of food trucks for when you need to recharge with a taco, a grilled-cheese sandwich, or a cupcake. The Greenway’s visitor center for the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area has information and ferry tickets."

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Scott W

Google

This Greenway along Atlantic Ave is a beautiful amenity. Plenty of room to walk, spots to sit, and public art to enjoy.

Stephen Priest

Google

Very pleasant walk. There are different sections and things to see. I've visited both day and 🌃 night. I think 🤔 I enjoyed nighttime better. Lighted humidifier. A water 💦 fountain ⛲ area that I think 🤔 is set to music 🎶 and is lighted. There is even a carousel 🎠. Chairs available to sit 🪑. Garden was nice. If you are in the area, check ✔️ it out! Update: September 2022; Still a great place to visit! Thanks to the Boston/Massachusetts tax payers for this beautiful park 🏞️!

Lisa Wilson

Google

So grateful for such a beautiful space. We were visiting tourists and just loved walking the Greenway, sitting to pause after 4 miles around town, and enjoying the swings, fountains and chairs. The greenway is a gorgeous and magical oasis through the city; full of blooming beauty- so many flowers and trees. A Nature enthusiast’s dream.

Minh Nguyen

Google

I love going to this Greenway. It’s centrally located for a good time: To one side is the North End (Little Italy) and to the other side Boston Public Market and Union Oyster House. You’re also less than a half-mile from the Wharf and Aquarium. This greenway is great for: kids, families, friends, couples and if you’re doing a meetup group. They have splash zones for the kids, and you’ll see students and picnickers everyday. The Views: The trees and flowers are well kept and beautiful. It has a nice view of the old historical parts of Boston as well as the skyline. The park is safe from 7am till 9pm. I haven’t visited outside those hours so I can’t make any claims. But generally speaking it’s well-lit and there are plenty of people including park maintenance and police/rangers.

Eva Schicker

Google

A wonderful oasis of trees, flowers, mini gardens and outdoor art works in downtown Boston right next to South Station. This is a beautiful respite for the weary bus and train travelers with a stop-over in Boston, visitors to the Boston Harbor area and all the hard-working people in the downtown district. The Greenway Park meanders from South Station to the Aquarium and the North End. It is intricately designed so that many mini gardens open up within the park. Outdoor sculptures and murals add an exciting touch to the many unique areas marked by blocks of granite, stone steps or mini plazas. Truly a gem and a beautiful addition to the Boston Harbor neighborhood.

Luke Cho

Google

Beautiful green and public space for residents! Little ones can enjoy the fountains or just have a nice lay on the grass with a stunning view of the city skyline. Or take a swing on their swing chairs.

David Hirtle

Google

Beautiful place to walk around and enjoy art, bird's & sometimes rabbits & turkeys. Beautiful flowers all around the Greenway.

Kieron Sinnette

Google

I would come here every Sunday after church with coffee in hand to enjoy the public art installations. The Greenway doesn't disappoint and it's one of the best low-budget, big-impact date spots. #WorthIt