Boston Common, Boston

Name: Boston Common
Address: 139 Tremont St, Boston, 02111, United States
Telephone: +1 617-635-4505

#11 among attractions in Boston

Park, Relax in park, Top attraction

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Facts and practical information

Boston Common, America's oldest public park, is a verdant oasis in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1634, this sprawling 50-acre park serves as a communal backyard where locals and tourists alike can enjoy a slice of nature amidst the urban landscape.

The park's history is as rich as its greenery, having witnessed pivotal moments such as the gatherings of British troops before the Revolutionary War and the celebrated speeches of Martin Luther King Jr. and Pope John Paul II. Today, Boston Common is a hub of recreational and cultural activity, offering a tranquil escape with walking paths, ball fields, and the famous Frog Pond, which transforms from a reflective pool in summer to a beloved ice-skating rink in winter.

Boston Common is not only a place for leisure and entertainment but also a starting point for the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile-long path that leads through the city, connecting 16 historically significant sites. The park's central location makes it an ideal spot for various events and festivals throughout the year, contributing to the vibrant community life of Boston.

Alternative names: Built: 1634 (390 years ago)Elevation: 30 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°21'21"N, 71°4'0"W

Address

139 Tremont StBeacon HillBoston 02111 United States

Contact

+1 617-635-4505

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Day trips

Boston Common – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Boston Public Garden Foot Bridge, Opera House, Oneida Football Club Monument, Parkman Plaza.

~1080 ftSW
Bridge
Boston Public Garden Foot Bridge, Boston
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Boston, the Boston Public Garden Foot Bridge is a charming pedestrian bridge that offers a picturesque passage over the lagoon within the city's historic Public Garden. This elegant bridge is not only a functional walkway but also a beloved icon...
~1220 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Opera House, Boston
6 min walk • The Boston Opera House, also known as the Citizens Bank Opera House, is a performing arts and esports venue located at 539 Washington St. in Boston, Massachusetts. It was originally built as the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, a movie palace in the Keith-Albee chain.
~180 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Oneida Football Club Monument, Boston
1 min walk • The Oneida Football Club Monument, sometimes called Football Tablet, is a monument by Joseph Coletti, installed in Boston Commons, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
~850 ftE
Monuments and statues
Parkman Plaza, Boston
5 min walk • Parkman Plaza is a plaza in Boston Common, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
~170 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Boston
1 min walk • The Soldiers and Sailors Monument on Boston Common at Boston, in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts, was erected in memory of Massachusetts soldiers and sailors who died in the American Civil War.
~920 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Bagheera Fountain, Boston
5 min walk • Bagheera Fountain is a 1939 fountain by Lilian Swann Saarinen, installed in Boston's Public Garden, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts.
~1230 ftW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Cheers, Boston
6 min walk • Cheers Beacon Hill is a bar/restaurant located on Beacon Street in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, across from the Boston Public Garden. Founded in 1969 as the Bull & Finch Pub, the bar is best remembered internationally as the exterior of the bar seen in the hit NBC sitcom Cheers, which ran between 1982 and 1993.
~870 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Triton Babies Fountain, Boston
5 min walk • Triton Babies Fountain is a fountain and sculpture by Anna Coleman Ladd, installed in Boston's Public Garden, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It features a bronze sculpture, cast in 1922, that depicts a boy and girl and measures approximately 2 ft. 3 in. x 19 in. x 39 in.
~1120 ftS
Cemetery
Central Burying Ground, Boston
6 min walk • The Central Burying Ground is a cemetery in Boston, Massachusetts. It was established on Boston Common in 1756. It is located on Boylston Street between Tremont Street and Charles Street.
~980 ftE
Monuments and statues, Fountain
Brewer Fountain, Boston
5 min walk • Brewer Fountain is a 1868 bronze sculpture by Michel Joseph Napoléon Liénard. It stands near the corner of Park and Tremont Streets in Boston, Massachusetts, by Park Street Station.
~980 ftSW
Memorial
Marvin E. Goody Memorial, Boston
5 min walk • The Marvin E. Goody Memorial by Joan Goody is installed in Boston's Public Garden, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. The red granite and Dakota mahogany memorial was dedicated in 1984, having been funded by Friends of the Public Garden and Common.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Boston Common open?

Boston Common is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Boston Common?

Nearby attractions include Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Boston (1 min walk), Oneida Football Club Monument, Boston (1 min walk), Headquarters House, Boston (3 min walk), Great Elm, Boston (3 min walk).

How to get to Boston Common by public transport?

The nearest stations to Boston Common:

Bus

Tremont St opp Temple Pl • Lines: 55 (6 min walk)
Stuart St @ Charles St S • Lines: 504, 55 (9 min walk)

Metro

Park Street • Lines: Red (6 min walk)
Chinatown • Lines: Orange (9 min walk)

Light rail

Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (6 min walk)
Boylston • Lines: B, C, D, E (6 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (17 min walk)
Boston Back Bay (19 min walk)