Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory is a stone tower located on top of Great Blue Hill. It is one of the oldest functioning weather observatories in the country. Built in 1885, they have a library and over 200 years of weather records in their database. The building was registered under the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 and as a National Historical Landmark in 1989. The science museum showcases the climate change and other various meteorological information.
Le Boston Common est l’un des parcs les plus anciens d’Amérique, situé au cœur de Boston et offrant des opportunités de loisirs ainsi qu’un aperçu de l’histoire par le biais de nombreux monuments du passé. Conçu comme un espace public dans les années 1640, les soldats britanniques y ont ensuite campé pendant la guerre d'indépendance des États-Unis. Faisant partie du Freedom Trail, le parc jouxte la Massachusetts State House et Beacon Hill. L’un des lieux les populaires est la Frog Pond, qui sert également de patinoire. Le parc se trouve au début de l’Emerald Necklace, une chaîne de parcs locaux de 7 miles (12 kilomètres) conçus par le célèbre paysagiste Frederick Law Olmsted.
During the summer months, the Charles River is filled with small sailboats. Most of them belong this organization, which is the oldest and largest public sailing program in the country. A two-day membership is available to those with prior sailing experience. A fleet of more than 140 boats includes 14.5-foot Cape Cod Mercuries, Lasers, sailboards and Rhodes 19s. The organization's primary mission is the Junior Program—children sail all summer.
Established in the year 1959, this 970-acre (392.5 hectare) park preserves locations that were significant during the battles of Lexington and Concord which marked the beginning of the American War for Independence. Historic sites on its grounds include North Bridge, Barrett's Farm, and "Battle Road Trail". The park also includes The Wayside, home of 19th-century literary stalwarts, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Louisa May Alcott. The newly renovated visitor's center features a short multimedia show, a large battle mural and a bookstore.
Located near Logan International Airport in East Boston, Belle Isle Marsh Reservation is the only remaining salt marsh in the city. Many species of fish and shellfish call this wetland home. Several species of birds also reside here, from shorebirds to snowy owls. Its picturesque landscapes include walking trails and an observation tower. The spectacular view allows you to watch the nearby plane traffic as well as Boston Harbor and the downtown skyline. Guided walks on salt marsh ecology and cultural history are also available.
Castle Island is a historic recreation area in South Boston where locals and tourists can have a fun outing. It is no longer an island, being connected to the mainland with a bridge. Protruding into the Pleasure Bay, Castle Island is home to the historically significant Fort Independence which used to protect the harbor. Visitors can walk along the perimeter of the fort, taking in the splendid views of the bay and the island. Jogging, fishing and swimming are some of the activities that can be enjoyed here.