Art, Architecture and Gardens
Take note of significant buildings, gardens and pieces of artwork as you stroll the Back Bay Fens
What to Expect
Duration, Distance, Terrain
1.5 hours
1 mile at a moderate pace, stopping at various sites along the tour
Mostly flat surfaces and little to no inclines
You can also experience this tour in French! Join us for tours without English translation
- June 8, 20245 at 11a: tour given in French
About
Stroll along the southern Fens, a section of the Emerald Necklace designed by landscape architect Fredrick Law Olmsted as you learn about the history, stories, and impact that the gardens, architecturally significant buildings and artwork had on society. Understand how 19th-century Boston philanthropists designed and funded institutions to create a city of culture and learning through the arts, sciences and education for residents and immigrants. Look at how they also supported medical and dental services for those in need. Uncover how the tradition continues and the Back Bay Fens represent all of this and more today.
Meeting location:
Meeting location: Meet your guide at Forsyth Park, intersection of The Fenway and Forsyth Way
Finding Your Guide: All guides carry an 8×11 sign that says “Boston By Foot Walking Tours.”
Nearest MBTA Stop: Museum of Fine Arts (Green Line E Branch)
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, water bottle
Address
87 Mount Vernon Street, Boston, MA, 02108
Pricing
| Member | Free |
| Adult | $18.82 |
| Child | $10.50 |
| Child under 6 | Free |
| Private Tour | $210 |
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 0.5 hours before the start time.
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