Boston Common
This 50-acre park, which dates back to 1634, is known as the crown jewel of Boston's Emerald Necklace and is the oldest public park in the country. Locals simply refer to it as "the Common"; it is located in the center of Boston and is surrounded by Chinatown and the Back Bay. The Common has witnessed centuries of history.
The Common has served as a hub for Bostonians throughout its history, serving as the site of important civil rights marches and numerous other nonviolent protests. All of Boston's significant parades, including the two Veterans Day parades and the annual Duckling Day Parade on Mother's Day, have their beginnings on the Common.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities during the summer, such as a carousel, playground, and Frog Pond, a splash pool. The park, which has a bandstand and plenty of green space for picnicking, frequently hosts outdoor concerts and performances.
Shakespeare on the Common, a series of free evening performances held in July and August, is one of the most well-liked annual events. The park has plenty of benches and ledges for resting, and there are plenty of trees for shade. Ice skating on Frog Pond and the yearly tree lighting ceremony are two wintertime activities offered at the Common.
- Events: Shakespeare, Veterans Day parades, the annual Duckling Day Parade
- Website: https://www.boston.gov/parks/boston-common
- Google rating:4.7/5.0
- Opening Hours: Mon to Sun 6:00 AM-11:30 PM
- Address: 115 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116
