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Franklin Park, located at 1 Franklin Park Road in Boston, Massachusetts, is the city's largest open space and a must-see tourist attraction. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in the 1890s, this 485-acre park is a true gem in the heart of Boston. With its lush woods, scenic views, miles of trails, playing fields, and historical features, Franklin Park is often referred to as Boston's "country park."
Visitors can explore attractions such as the historic Bear Cages, Scarboro Pond, the William Devine Golf Course, the Franklin Park Zoo, White Stadium, and more. The park is currently undergoing a Master Planning process, with Mayor Walsh committing $28 million to revitalize Franklin Park, including creating a maintenance endowment. The park's master planning process is being led by landscape architects Reed Hilderbrand, with a focus on community engagement and creating a more accessible and sustainable future for Franklin Park.
Whether you're a local resident or a visitor to Boston, Franklin Park is a wonderful destination to enjoy nature, history, and recreational activities. Visit Franklin Park and be a part of shaping its future through the ongoing master planning process.
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Hours open
Monday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Sunday:
6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
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Reviews
"Great zoo! Very well laid out. Easy to navigate and an easy walk. The area is very clean and the animals look like they are well kept for."
"It is a nice place to spend with children. Visit is educative for children. The decorations are beautiful. The animals are healthy and active. Children enjoy seeing the 15 ft Giraffe, 42 hear old chimpanzee, lion,o zebras, etc. Getting parking nearer to the zoo may be difficult due to the large number of visitors."
"Great place to visit with family. Depending on the time of year and weather some animals may not be out and about. Limited food/vendor options during fall. Good variety of animals."
"Great zoo. Nice location. We have a family membership that includes this and stoneham zoo. Franklin Park is far superior. Took us 3 hours to see everything with two small kids. Couple different playgrounds and other spots for kids to burn off extra energy."
"Came here for The Boston Lights and it was a great time! My kids, 7 and 10 absolutely loved it. My wife and I did as well! It was a great set up. A fun walk and we took our time and truly enjoyed it. There is snacks and food vendors. I would recommend to come see this display! Good memories!"
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