family outings

Family-friendly places in Boston

Boston, Massachusetts offers families a wide range of outings to suit different interests. Boston Common and the neighboring Public Garden provide open green space for leisurely walks, while the Boston Children's Museum keeps younger visitors actively engaged. The Franklin Park Zoo, Arnold Arboretum, and Blue Hills Reservation are rewarding choices for families drawn to animals and nature. History runs deep here too — Boston National Historical Park, the Bunker Hill Monument, Adams National Historical Park, and Buckman Tavern all bring the American past to life in accessible ways. A ferry trip out to Bumpkin Island adds a coastal adventure, and the Boston Public Library rounds out the options with family-friendly programming.

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