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Boston - Outdoor Sports & Nature

Things to Do: Outdoor Sports & Nature

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 314 attractions in Boston

There are at least four Different Tour Companies that tour guests on the Freedom Trail: Boston Adventures Boston By Foot The Freedom Trail Foundation The Histrionic Academy  

Attraction type: Historic walking area; Trail; Other; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 314 attractions in Boston

A beautiful nature retreat in the heart of the city. Great for romantic strolls, older travelers, limited mobility travelers and kids.

Attraction type: Urban park; Garden; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 314 attractions in Boston

This Italian neighborhood, Boston's oldest, is known for its wonderful restaurants and historic sights.

Attraction type: Neighbourhood
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 314 attractions in Boston

The oldest commissioned ship in the U.S. Navy and undefeated in battle, Old Ironsides earned its famous nickname with its legendary ability to repel any shot fired. Active-duty sailors guide visitors around the ship.

Attraction type: Historic site; Ship; Maritime museum; History museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 314 attractions in Boston

This National Park consists of 34 small islands just off shore in Boston Harbor. The most popular, George’s Island, is home to Fort Warren, a Civil War Landmark that housed Confederate prisoners.

Attraction type: Island; National park; Waterway
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 314 attractions in Boston

Whether it's a summer picnic in the grass or winter ice-skating on Frog Pond, Boston's oldest public park is the perfect escape from the bustle of the city.

Attraction type: Park; Urban park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 314 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Island
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 314 attractions in Boston

The site of a fort erected in 1634, Castle Island is a great place to walk, jog or just unwind and enjoy the view.

Attraction type: Historic site; Urban park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 314 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Island; Park; Trail; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 314 attractions in Boston

Peddock's Island is a great place for camping, or just wandering around and enjoying the scenery. The beaches all along it are clean apart from occasional seaglass, and the crabapples everywhere only...

Attraction type: Island; Park; Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #36 of 314 attractions in Boston

Established in 1800 as one of the country's original naval maintenance centers, the Navy Yard is now the home of the USS Constitution.

Attraction type: Scenic/historic walking area; Marina; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 314 attractions in Boston

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in the Fenway area of Boston features a fine art collection housed in a building that is a work of art in itself.  The Venetian-style palace is probably best known...

Attraction type: Art gallery; Garden
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 314 attractions in Boston

Part of Olmsted's famous Emerald Necklace, America's oldest public arboretum has 265 beautiful acres of trees, shrubs and vines.

Attraction type: Park; Garden; Gay bar
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #44 of 314 attractions in Boston

The largest of the Boston Harbor Islands is a great spot for hiking and exploring.

Attraction type: Island; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #66 of 314 attractions in Boston

A popular path for walkers, joggers, bladers and bicyclists, the Esplanade is also home to the Hatch Shell, where the Boston Pops holds its annual summer concerts.

Attraction type: Park; River
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #67 of 314 attractions in Boston

Anchored by the modern John Hancock building and the stately Trinity Church, this area is known for its upscale restaurants and stores.

Attraction type: Town centre/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #71 of 314 attractions in Boston

Christopher Columbus Waterfront park was renovated and reopened in 2003. Located on the harbor near the Aquarium and the North End neighborhood it is easily accessible by the MBTA (Blue Line: Aquarium

Attraction type: Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #73 of 314 attractions in Boston

This national historic site's 15 pre-Civil War structures include the African Meeting House.

Attraction type: Historic site; National park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #75 of 314 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Neighbourhood
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #94 of 314 attractions in Boston
Attraction type: Ship; Tour
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