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John F. Kennedy Park

John F. Kennedy Park
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Type of Attraction
City Parks & Gardens, Sports & Recreation
Neighborhood
East
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: No
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this attraction or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Not Available
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John F. Kennedy Park

JFK Park

Relaxing City Park


Off The Beaten Path

Address:
Memorial Dr
Cambridge, MA 02167

Description

This popular park sits near Harvard Square and memorializes the late President John F. Kennedy. It spreads over five acres and is full of local flora and fauna that start blooming in May (appropriately, the month of Kennedy's birthday) and continue to beautify the park throughout the summer. Other highlights of the park include a memorial fountain and granite entrance pillars that are etched with parts of President Kennedy's famous speeches. The park is a great place to visit on a nice Boston day to relax, have a picnic, or just take a stroll on its beautiful grounds.





Times & Dates

Open Hours: Dawn-dusk, daily
Notes: Dawn to dusk daily
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.
Restrictions: Save the drinks for later; alcohol is not permitted at this venue.


Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Red Line T to Central Square
Best Modes of Transportation: Subway Walking
Parking Availability: No


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