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Broad streets and elegant townhomes are the hallmark of this neighborhood, synonymous with luxury since the Victorian era. Everything from the lush green Esplanade along the Charles River to Symphony Hall is within an easy walk, while the human scale and beautiful architecture of Newbury Street invites shopping, strolling, and stopping for brunch or ice cream. In fact, Back Bay is home to the most concentrated shopping area in the city, from brownstones housing boutiques to glass-enclosed malls.
Things to love about BACK BAY
Broad streets lined with historic homes
Shopping galore, from groceries to luxury goods
The hive of activity at the Boston Public Library
Green spaces, from the Boston Garden to the Esplanade
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Newbury Street is an upscale strip of high-end boutiques, salons, and dining. Locals love to while away an afternoon shopping and noshing along its eight blocks.
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Restoration Hardware's Boston location is in the historic Museum of Natural History. Its four floors feature fountains and an indoor conservatory.
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Picturesque Commonwealth Avenue, or "Comm Ave.," has a tree-lined pedestrian walkway that's perfect for strolling.
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The statue of George Washington in the Boston Public Garden was dedicated in 1869. The Public Garden is a favorite green space in the neighborhood.
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The main branch of the Boston Public Library is on Copley Square, a public outdoor space in the area.
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Single-family homes are getting harder to come by, but whether you seek historic charm or sleek high-rise condos, this area has it all.
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