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Back Bay Fens

Back Bay Fens
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Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens, Outlying Areas, Sports & Recreation
Neighborhood
West
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Availability Unknown
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Back Bay Fens

Urban oasis


Off The Beaten Path

Address:
Park Drive
Boston, MA 02215

Description

Tucked away on winding roads behind the Museum of Fine Arts is a beautiful park of manicured lawns, bridges, ponds and flower beds. In the summer, the gated Rose Garden explodes into aromatic pink, white, yellow and red. More varied horticulture can be found in the Victory Gardens, a community garden with hundreds of well-tended plots. Cross a few bridges and you will discover the running track, basketball courts and softball fields. No green space in Boston offers a more peaceful oasis.


What you should know before visiting Back Bay Fens

Times & Dates

Open Hours: Dawn to dusk daily
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Best Time to Visit: Summer
Why Best: Roses are in bloom.
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Green Line "E" train to Museum
Best Modes of Transportation: Subway Walking
Parking Availability: Limited


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© Lucy's Spleen, Flickr