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Explore some of Boston's lesser known points of interest plus a lovely walk along the Charles River Esplanade and Boston Common. The 10km route also includes Chinatown.
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Hidden Gems/Special Places
Year Round Walk
SN: 130987 - 2026 / Y3782
From Thu, Jan 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026
Start times: Walk during daylight
Hosted on the Online Start Box (OSB) only
Boston, Massachusetts
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
| Special programs Anniversaries Hurrah Step to the Beat Walking the United States - Capitals Walking with America's Veterans Walking With the Wild Things Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail CC: Suffolk County |
Special programs that are applicable to all events or all walks
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Event comments
None provided
Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 11km
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Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: No |
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Strollers: Medium |
Wheelchairs: No |
Event information
11km & 5km routes explore such highlights as the Esplanade along Charles River, including the Hatch Memorial Shell; Bay Village consisting of small brick 19th century homes bought & restored when houses on Beacon Hill became more expensive; the Armory, a four-story granite structure with a six-story tower designed by William G. Peterson; and New Old South Church built in 1875. Additional sights on the 10km route include Church of the Advent built in 1879; elegant Harrison Gray Otis House; Custom House Tower; Liberty Square; site where Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone; & Chinatown.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
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800 Boylston Street, Boston | |
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Walk 'N Mass Volkssport Club (AVA-0269)
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