Arnold Arboretum

Walk 281 acres of trees, shrubs and lilacs in Harvard's arboretum, a free link in Boston's Emerald Necklace.

125 Arborway · Boston, MA

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Price: No admission fee
Good for: Fresh-air days
Second and third visits
Public transit nearby: 3867 Washington St opp Tollgate WayBus 30, 34, 34E, 35, 36, 37, 39, 40 and 3 more · 0.3 mi away
Forest HillsSubway and Train and Bus 21, 30, 32, 34, 34E, 35, 36, 37 and 10 more · 0.5 mi away
Washington St (Roslindale)Subway and Train and Bus 21, 30, 32, 34, 34E, 35, 36, 37 and 10 more · 0.5 mi away
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Flying in: Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is about 7 miles away.
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About Arnold Arboretum

Founded in 1872 and run by Harvard, the Arnold Arboretum is the oldest public arboretum in North America, spread over 281 acres of Jamaica Plain and Roslindale. Frederick Law Olmsted helped design the grounds, which form the second largest link in Boston's Emerald Necklace. You can wander among more than 15,000 accessioned plants, including bonsai, conifers and the Explorers Garden. In May, Lilac Sunday brings tours, children's activities and picnics.

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