Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Public Garden
GARDENS
(
www.friendsofthepublicgarden.org
;
btwn Charles, Beacon, Boylston & Arlington Sts; 6am-mid-
night; ; Arlington)
Adjoining Boston Common, the 24-acre Public Garden provides an
inviting oasis of bountiful flowers and shady trees. Its centerpiece, a tranquil lagoon with
adult/child/senior $2.75/1.50/2;
10am-4pm, to 5pm mid-Jun-Aug)
, has been delighting
children for generations.
Beacon Hill & Downtown
Rising above Boston Common is Beacon Hill, one of the city's most historic and affluent
neighborhoods. To the east is Downtown Boston, with a curious mix of Colonial sights
and modern office buildings.