18 x Places to Relax in Boston
Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Boston. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks or fun activities, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Take a peaceful stroll through the Rose Kennedy Greenway or challenge yourself at Metrorock Climbing Club, a fun spot for climbing enthusiasts. Check out these and many more local gems here for a relaxing time in Boston.
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Rose Kennedy Greenway
Elevated highway to park
"Rose Kennedy Greenway" in Boston was a work in progress for many years. Now it's dotted with sculptures, fountains, food trucks... a true destination!
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Zac
Cardwell
Charles River Dam
The Musical Locks
"Charles River Dam" in Boston, with the Musical Locks, is a great place to cross on my bike the water that separates Boston and Cambridge...
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Cris
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Brooklyn Boulders
Climbing and community
"Brooklyn Boulders" is a solid addition to the climbing scene in Boston. Of course the choice to set up show in this specific street is deliberate & edgy.
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Cris
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Artisan's Asylum
A communal lab for mad science
"Artisan's Asylum" in Boston is a former warehouse that has been taken over by a collective of engineers and craftspeople. I just think they're crazy good!
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Cris
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Boston Public Library
A palace for books
The "Boston Public Library" is one of the institutions that proves to me that we are a civilized people. I recommend making time for the courtyard...
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Cris
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Esh Circus Arts
Do you want to know how to fly?
"Esh Circus Arts" in Boston does Cirque Fit - it takes all of the acrobat's general fitness exercises and strings them together. I have a lot of fun there!
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Cris
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