From the urban oasis of the Charles River Esplanade to the graceful peace and beauty of the Public Garden, Boston is one of the most romantic New England destinations. Fall in love with America's most historic city and embrace its romantic urban energy. Here are top 4 romantic things to do in Boston in 2021.
Picnic in Boston Common and Boston Public Garden
Enjoy a romantic walk together through historic Boston Common and the Public Garden in the Back Bay. Have a picnic near the frog pond or go skating in the winter. Stroll through magnificent English gardens and gorgeous parklands lined with rose bushes, flowering plants, majestic elm trees and historic monuments and statues. Boston Public Garden is the perfect spot to pop the question.
Stroll along the Charles River Esplanade
Take in the sights of the Back Bay on the south banks of the Charles River. Walk along the beautiful Charles River Esplanade, a 3-mile leafy path - edged by a state park with walkways, the Hatch Memorial Shell concert stage, playgrounds and ball fields. Stop for a kiss in this urban oasis with the Longfellow Bridge, Kendall Square, and Cambridge in the distance across the river.
Bike the Boston HarborWalk
Stretching along Boston Harbor's southern shoreline, Boston HarborWalk offers a romantic coastal vibe. Bike or walk the 43-mile urban trail that connects the city's dynamic neighborhoods, including the South End Downtown, and the Seaport, parks, beaches, trails, and museums.
Explore exciting attractions, including the New England Aquarium, Freedom Trail and U.S.S. Constitution Museum, or head out to the Neponset River Greenway. The HarborWalk offers a peaceful and romantic setting for hand-held sightseeing and photo ops.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Resembling a 15th-century Venetian palace, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum houses a stunning collection of paintings and sculptures from around the world. This incredible Boston museum is a work of art with gorgeous galleries and a courtyard.
Discover the museum's art collection spanning from ancient to contemporary. Enjoy romantic walks through the stunning gardens, trails and flowers on the edge of the Back Bay Fens. The museum is temporarily closed and set to reopen next month.
Revere Hotel's Seasonal Rooftop Lounge
Enjoy cocktails and light fare above the Back Bay scene at Rooftop@Revere. Located on the top of the Revere Hotel Boston Common, this seasonal rooftop lounge offers a romantic and swanky vibe with a cool bar, loungers, tables and sofas. Boston's largest outdoor rooftop bar opens this spring for romance and nightlife above downtown Boston.
Boston Back Bay's Most Romantic Hotel
Immersed in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood, Revere Hotel Boston Common offers a romantic and playful energy. From its original local art to its luxurious rooms and suites with true Boston style, this hotel is the place for couples and uncommon experiences.
Set to reopen in Mid-March 2021, Revere Hotel is surrounded by Boston's most romantic destinations, including the Boston Public Garden and the city's captivating parks and greenways. After months at home and challenging times, come fall in love with Boston with our latest specials.