Things to do / Travel Guide
Address:125 Arborway
Boston, Massachusetts
Tel:
(617) 524-1718
Our Botanical Gardens Expert Says:
A quiet stroll through a gentle botanical garden is a great way to refresh the weary traveler's soul, and Boston has the perfect place to do it. The Arnold Arboretum, the oldest arboretum in the United States, is part of Boston's "Emerald Necklace" system of linked parks. Managed by Harvard University, the 265-acre park has on display a world-class collection of shrubs and trees from around the world, including maples, crabapples, lilacs, rhododendrons, and conifers. The garden is a relaxing and safe place for the entire family to visit, and classes are available on topics such as bonsai growing, perennials, and even weeds.
From Arnold Arboretum - Boston (Harvard University), Massachusetts:
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University discovers and disseminates knowledge of the plant kingdom to foster greater understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of the Earth's botanical diversity and its essential value to humankind. The Arboretum is committed to attaining a leadership role in the management and presentation of botanical collections and landscapes.