East Boston

Constitution Beach

Constitution Beach is one of Boston's most family-friendly waterfront destinations. Thanks to the Department of Conservation and Recreation and TBHA’s advocacy for the Back to the Beaches program, visitors can enjoy a new bathhouse, large playground, picnic area, tennis and handball courts, shade shelters, and foot showers. An award winning pedestrian overpass across the MBTA tracks connects the local community to the redesigned beach and park, and creates a welcoming gateway. Constitution Beach is also one of the City's best locations for swimming, with lifeguards on duty during the summer season.

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Getting There:

• Subway:
  Take the Blue Line to Orient Heights.
• Bus:
  Take MBTA Route 120.

Contact Information:

Name: Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
Phone: 617-626-1250
URL: http://www.state.ma.us/dcr

Things to Do:

• Go boating
• Ride a bicycle
• Walk the dog
• Go fishing
• Learn about history
• Play with the kids
• Enjoy nature
• Have a picnic
• Go for a run
• Take a school group
• Go for a swim
• Bask in the sun
• Take in the view
• See the working port in action
• Enjoy arts and culture
• Audio Tour

What You Will Find:

• Art & Sculpture
• Binoculars
• Drinking water
• Exhibit / interpretive signage
• Fishing pier
• Food service
• Lighting
• Marina facilities
• Monument or public art
• Playground
• Playing fields
• Public telephone
• Restrooms
• Seating
• Shelter