Jamaica Plain Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Arnold Arboretum
Escape the city bustle and soak up the serenity in this beloved park that doubles as a respected Harvard University research center.
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
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Other neighbourhoods around Jamaica Plain
Roxbury
Get to know Roxbury and its many features like its museums and cafes. You might want to explore sights like Samuel Adams Brewery and Franklin Park Zoo, and you can jump on the metro at Jackson Square Station or Stony Brook Station to get around the city.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Fenway–Kenmore. Make a stop by Fenway Park or MGM Music Hall at Fenway while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fenway Station or Kenmore Station to get around town.
Dorchester
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Dorchester. If sightseeing is on the list, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Fields Corner Station or Four Corners/Geneva Ave Station to see more of the area.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
Prudential - St. Botolph
While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.
Columbus
If you're spending some time in Columbus, Calderwood Pavilion and Harriet Tubman Monument are top sights worth seeing.
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- Fenway Park
- Boston Common
- TD Garden
- Harvard University
- New England Aquarium
- Copley Square
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Boston Harbor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Hynes Convention Center
- Newbury Street
- Museum of Science
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts
- Brigham and Women's Hospital