The Serene Beauty of Charles River Esplanade

Getting There

• Walking

  From the South End, head northeast on Washington Street toward West Dedham Street. Continue walking straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Tremont Street. Turn left onto Tremont Street. After another 0.3 miles, you will reach the Boston Common. From there, follow the path through the Common, heading toward Charles Street, and exit the park at Charles Street. Continue walking straight onto Storrow Drive for approximately 0.5 miles, and you will arrive at the Charles River Esplanade.

• Public Transit - Subway

  From the South End, walk to the nearest subway station, which is the 'Back Bay' station on the Orange Line. Board the Orange Line train heading toward North Station. After two stops, get off at the 'Haymarket' station. Exit the station and walk northwest on Hanover Street, which will lead you to the Charles River Esplanade. The total travel time should be around 15-20 minutes, including walking time.

• Public Transit - Bus

  Locate the nearest bus stop in the South End. You can take the #43 bus towards Alewife. Get off at the 'Charles/MGH' stop. From there, walk about 0.3 miles along the Charles River until you reach the Esplanade. The bus fare is $2.40, which can be paid with a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket.