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Back Bay Sunset Walk

Watch the sun dip below the skyline from Boston’s oldest botanical garden, starting with a warm drink in the shadow of the historic Gibson House.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:21

    Cheers

    Grab a drink at the pub made famous by a TV show. The warm interior is a welcome contrast to the winter air outside.

  2. 15:46

    Gibson House Museum

    Walk to the Gibson House Museum. It is open until 15:00, so arrive early to see the preserved 1860s interiors before the main event.

  3. 16:16

    The Boston Public Garden

    Stroll to the Boston Public Garden. Find a quiet bench near the water. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view of the light fading over the city.

  4. 17:06

    The Parish Cafe

    End the evening at The Parish Cafe. It is open late and offers a casual spot to digest the view with a sandwich or cocktail.

Local tip

The Gibson House Museum is cash only. The Public Garden is open late, but the museum closes at 15:00, so time your visit accordingly.

Check before you go

  • Gibson House Museum: We-Su 13:00-15:00. Cash only.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Boston (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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