50 things to do outside this spring across Massachusetts
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- 24 Apr 2023
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Looking for things to do in Mass.? Use this guide, which includes activities from whale watches to historic trails to living history.
Spring opens up plenty of possibilities for outdoor activities across Massachusetts.
Ahead, discover 50 things to do outside this spring.
Greater Boston
1. Walk Boston’s iconic Freedom Trail
Follow the world-renowned 2.5-mile trail famously marked with a red line that links 16 nationally significant historic sites — from churches to meeting houses to burying grounds — and learn the story of the American Revolution and beyond. (139 Tremont St., Boston)
2. Ride the Swan Boats in the Public Garden
Spend time in America’s first public botanical garden and take a ride on a swan boat, a Boston tradition dating back to the 19th century. The boats open for the season on April 15. (4 Charles St., Boston)
3. Mingle with the animals at Franklin Park Zoo
Meet gorillas, lions, tigers, giraffes, and more during a trip to Boston’s 72-acre zoo. (1 Franklin Park Road, Boston)
4. Choose your adventure on Boston Common
America’s oldest public park offers plenty of activities, from carousel rides to free Shakespeare on the Common, to year-round events at the Frog Pond. (139 Tremont St., Boston)
5. Follow the Black Heritage Trail
This 1.6-mile trail through Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood links more than 15 pre-Civil War structures and sites that depict Boston’s Black history. (46 Joy St., Boston)
