Boston Common, typically referred to as the Common, is one of Boston's most noted public parks, stretching 50 acres between Tremont, Beacon, Park, Charles, and Boylston Streets. The lovely Emerald Necklace centerpiece pre-dates the city's park linking layout, noted as the United States' oldest park for its origins dating all the way back to 1634. Today, the designated Boston Landmark serves as a common gathering space for Boston citizens from all walks of life, hosting concerts, sporting events, protests, and visits from international luminaries throughout the year. A wide variety of landmarks and monuments line the park, including a Soldiers and Sailors Monument, a Boston Massacre Memorial, and a burial ground interring Boston Tea Party participants. Two of the United States' oldest subway stations terminate at the park, which is also home to the official Boston visitor center. Other attractions include a seasonal bandstand, a children's frog pond and play area, softball fields, and a large grassy lawn hosting frequent special events.
Boston Common, 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111, Phone: 617-635-4505