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Arnold Arboretum

125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA 02130
617-524-1717
Ranked #10 of 203 attractions in Boston
4.5 of 5 stars 54 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Parks
Activities: Viewing foliage
Traveler Description: No matter what the season, you'll find residents of Jamaica Plain, Roslindale and other Boston areas out enjoying the beautiful scenery, boning up on... more »
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Wilmington, North Carolina
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Boston's Arnold Arboretum is a large, beautiful space, with both wide and narrow paths throughout. The most spectacular display is in May when hundreds of varieties of lilacs are in bloom. There is even a special Sunday dedicated to them each year. But if you miss this brief annual window, don't despair. It's easy to spend a couple of hours... More

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Cambridge, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

world class not to be missed, childhood memories enough said More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

I make my husband take me there at least once a month. We love, love, love it! The Arnold Arboretum in JP is a very popular destination for taking your dog or strolling on the hills, swinging in your hammock or admiring the Bonsai collection. Lilac Sunday is a highlight every year. You can admire the multitude of colors and... More

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9 reviews 9 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Just a beautiful large park full of wonderful trees and shrubs in bloom in springtime! A great cycle ride! More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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132 reviews 132 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

The Arboretum is one of the hidden treasures of Boston and is a gorgeous park. Highly suggested. More

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Stow, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Beautiful grounds, paved walking trails, lovely views. Great with kids or dogs or on your own. Well maintained gardens.. More

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Mount Kisco, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

This is a wonderful, free attraction in Boston, and if you're lucky, you can get free parking right put front just like us. We went for mothers day. The lilacs were all in bloom, as well as many other beautiful flowers. There are several different ecosystems to explore, with pretty stroller friendly paths. It was a beautiful way to spend... More

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Billerica, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

A beautiful place to spend a few hours just walking around and enjoying the wonderful plantings. It is peaceful and well kept. There are lots of signs to tell you what the plants are and lots of benches to rest or just sit and enjoy the peace and quiet More

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Omaha
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

I loved this place. If it were closer to home I would visit many times a year. Be sure to check out the foot trails that sometimes border the paved roads. More

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Boston
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Beautiful place, very peaceful. I go here often and take the dogs. So many varieties of trees More

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