Dorchester Center MA Cheap and Free Things To Do and Attractions

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AFranklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo
  • 1 Franklin Park Road
    Boston, MA, 02121-3255
  • 6175415466
3.0
41+ reviews, 2 sources
  • Highlights: wheelchair accessible, strollers available more
  • Location: Boston, Massachusetts (1.1 miles from Dorchester Center)
  • Good god, this is a horrific place. Whenever someone mentions it, and I say how much I despise it, I'm always told, "Well the Stone Zoo is much, much worse!" ... more on Yelp
  • Initially, I thought this zoo was going to be just 'eh'. I was wrong. The tiger exhibit is awesome, with a small pool for the tigers to relax in right ... more on Yelp

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Franklin Park Zoo
1 Franklin Park Road
Boston, MA, 02121-3255

BJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library

  • Columbia Point
    Boston, MA 02125
  • 6175141600
4.5
20+ reviews, 2 sources
  • I went here in 2nd grade for a field trip. I had a really good time then lol. I loved the replica of the White House. When you're 7 is like "wow a huge ... more on Yelp
  • They do a lot of fun (and often free!) events here, like the PEN Hemingway awards the first weekend in April this year. But regardless, for $10 it's a ... more on Yelp

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John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

CFreedom Trail

Freedom Trail
  • 147 Tremont Street
    Boston Common Boston, MA, 0211
  • +1 617 357 8300
5.0
134+ reviews, 2 sources
  • When I lived in Boston (which was up until recently) this was a must do for most of the folks that visited. It's absolutely worth the time and effort. ... more on Yelp
  • The Freedom Trail is a must do in Boston. It's the easiest and most convinient way to connect the history of the city with seightseeing without worrying where you have to turn on the next corner. The Freedom Train is painted along the sidewalk - ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Freedom Trail
147 Tremont Street
Boston Common Boston, MA, 0211

DOld State House

  • 206 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02109
  • 6177201713
3.5
3+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Overview The Old State House is not only old, it has the distinction of being the oldest public building in Boston. At one time it was the home of both the colonial British Government and the Massachusetts Assembly. On July 18, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read publicly here for the first tim... more on GoCityKids.com
  • Overview On July 4, 1795, the surviving fathers of the Revolution were on hand to enshrine the ideals of their new Commonwealth in a graceful seat of government designed by Charles Bulfinch. Governor Samuel Adams and Paul Revere laid the cornerstone; Revere would later roll the copper sheathing for the do... more on Fodor's

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Old State House
206 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02109

EGeorge's Island

  • Boston Harbor
    Boston, MA
  • +1 617 727 7676

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George's Island
Boston Harbor
Boston, MA

FJFK Library and Museum

  • Columbia Point
    Boston, MA 02125
  • +1 877 616 4599
  • Overview The JFK Museum and Library pays tribute to our 35th president, John F. Kennedy, Jr. and his family. JFK was born in Brookline Massachusetts and is revered in Boston as the most important and influential member of the Kennedy family.Visitors begin their tour with a 17-minute film. The film offers ... more on GoCityKids.com

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JFK Library and Museum
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

GJohn F. Kennedy Library and Museum

  • Columbia Point
    Boston, MA
  • +1 617 929 4523
  • Overview The nations memorial to President Kennedy portrays the life, leadership and legacy of the 35th President - Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. - Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years - Check ... more on entertainment.com
  • Overview The only presidential library in New England and one of only 10 in the nation, the JFK Museum and Library is a fitting memorial to the nation's 35th president. Situated on a promontory overlooking Boston Harbor, the museum features an assortment of exhibits including theater and video presentatio... more on Weather.com

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John F. Kennedy Library and Museum
Columbia Point
Boston, MA

HHenry Bear's Park

  • 19 Harvard Street
    Brookline,MA,02445
  • 6172642422
4.5
4+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Wow! I liked this place. As the babysitter of a small baby I am always into checking out new toy stores in hopes of finding something that will enthrall ... more on Yelp
  • I'll be honest with you, I like toys. I'm really a huge nerd. more on Yelp

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Henry Bear's Park
19 Harvard Street
Brookline,MA,02445

ICarson Beach

Carson Beach
  • William J Day Blvd South Boston
    MA, 02127
  • +1 617 727 8865
  • Overview This sandy beach, owned and maintained by the Commonwealth's Department of Conservation and Recreation, is one of the best swimming beaches in the area, with nearby public amenities and great views of the Harbor. New sand, new walkways, benches, lighting, shade shelters and award winning landscap... more on Bostonharborwalk.com

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Carson Beach
William J Day Blvd South Boston
MA, 02127

JHighland Park - Fort Hill

  • 20 Fort Ave
    Roxbury,MA,02119
4.0
1+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Fort Hill Park (now officially called Highland Park) is sweet little patch of green perched up above a relatively nice part of Roxbury. If you can make ... more on Yelp

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Highland Park - Fort Hill
20 Fort Ave
Roxbury,MA,02119