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1. Charles River Esplanade
- Riverside recreation
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- Nile Expert Tip: This place is beautiful, but don't hang here after dark
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2. Boston Public Garden
- Large and lovely park
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- Back Bay
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3. Boston Common
- Oldest public park in the United States
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- Beacon Hill
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4. Boston Harbor Islands National Park
- 34 islands in this national park
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5. Franklin Park Zoo
- A city zoo
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- Zoos/Aquariums
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6. Arnold Arboretum
- Acres of botanical marvels
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7. Jamaica Pond
- Glacial pond and outdoor park
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8. Peters Park
- Dogs abound at this puppy-loving paradise
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- South End
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9. Minute Man National Historical Park
- Home to must-visit historical locations
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- Outside the City
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10. Back Bay Fens
- Urban oasis
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In a concrete city, sometimes there is a little need for green. Luckily, there are is a slew of diverse picnics, parks and gardens in Boston that offer happy breaks from the (albeit beautiful) architecture.
Run along the Esplanade for a look at the Charles River and views of Cambridge, or take a ride on the Swan Boats in the Public Garden. For picnics, parks and gardens off the beaten path in Boston, check out the Cambridge Common, the Franklin Park Zoo, the Arnold Arboretum and Jamaica Pond.
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