Boston Public Garden, formally known as the Public Garden, is a gorgeous central park within Boston's Emerald Necklace, originally established in 1837. The rectangular park, which is bounded by Boylston, Arlington, and Beacon Streets near Beacon Hill and Charles Street bordering the Boston Common, was the United States' first public botanical garden facility at the time of its development. More than 80 species of plants are cultivated at the garden's greenhouses, used for future plantings at other civic locations throughout the city. Due to its beauty, the garden serves as a popular wedding ceremony site year-round. Famed attractions include a four-acre pond, which is home to a noted population of swans and a seasonal Swan Boat pedal boat attraction.

Boston Public Garden, 4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02116, Phone: 617-635-4505

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