Public Garden
City park · Beacon Hill ·
Victorian botanical garden with lagoon, Swan Boats, and statues
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Boston, MA 02116 Get directions
Victorian botanical garden with lagoon, Swan Boats, and statues
Boston, MA 02116 Get directions
"A stroll through the Public Garden delivers fresh air, historic landscaping, and lovely city views—perfect for walking as gentle wellness in any season." - Todd Plummer
"Great spot for a picnic, enjoy a coffee, read a book or explore Boston's history. Since Boston is such a walkable city, be sure to cut through on your way across town. The swan boats are a great activity for kids, as well as the 'Make Way for Ducklings' statue. Many spots show off Boston's skyline in it's glory which makes for many good spots for pictures." - Amalgam
"A historic park adjacent to Boston Common, known for its picturesque winter scenery." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare
"No trip to New England is complete without at least a quick stop in its largest city. Boston offers plenty of foliage, particularly along the Charles River Esplanade and in Franklin Park. The Newbury Boston offers luxurious rooms with views over the trees of the city's iconic Public Garden and Common." - Todd Plummer
"It's a Victorian-style public botanical garden established in 1837 in the heart of historic Boston—perfect for strolls, picnics, and swan-watching, and best paired with a stay at the nearby Four Seasons Boston overlooking the park." - Cailey Rizzo Cailey Rizzo Cailey Rizzo is a contributing writer for Travel + Leisure. She specializes in reporting on travel, culture, and the arts. She is currently based in Brooklyn. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines