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 Historic botanical gardens |
54th St & Lindbergh Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19143 +1 215 729 5281 http://www.bartramsgarden.org explore@bartramsgarden.org |
Considered to be the progenitor of American horticulture, Bartram's Garden is an 18th Century wonder on the banks of the Schuykill River. Established in 1731, the home of John and William Bartram, the first American botanists, the gardens stand prominently on an estate of 44 acres with a view of the city skyline in the background. This site is home to aspiring scientists to discover the bevy of new species in the Americas. Included on the list of National Historic Landmarks. Admission: $5 Adults, $4 Seniors (62+) & Students, Free for Children 12 and under. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boston from the water |
1 Long Wharf Boston, MA 02110 +1 617 227 4321 / +1 877 733 9425 (Toll free) http://www.bostonharborcruises... contact@bostonharborcruises.com |
This boat line offers ferry service, whale watches, sightseeing and chartered boats on Boston Harbor. Whale watches take about 3 hours on high-speed catamarans. Sightseeing options include a 45-minute U.S.S. Constitution cruise, a 90-minute historical tour of Boston Harbor, or a 90-minute sunset cruise. Ferry service includes commuter runs from waterfront suburbs Salem and Hingham, Boston to Cape Cod service, a four-stop inner-harbor city network, and service to the Boston Harbor Islands State Park. Ships accommodating up to 550 people are available for private functions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sailing lessons and boat rentals |
54 Lewis Wharf Boston, MA 02110 +1 617 227 4198 http://www.bostonsailingcenter... info@bostonsailingcenter.com |
Open year round, this sailing center was founded in 1977 and provides a high quality series of instructional classes for beginning, intermediate and advanced sailors. The club sponsors several races each year and also offers special charter trips for private groups and corporate events. Most of the charters are in the waters of Boston Harbor but may venture out along the New England coast. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous Brooklyn beach |
Brightwater Avenue Brooklyn New York, NY 11235 +1 718 891 0800 http://www.brightonbeach.com/ |
This beach is less popular for sunbathers than nearby Coney Island, although it is just a short eastward stroll away along the boardwalk. The neighborhood of the same name is highly populated by Russian Jewish immigrants. On this beach - and on Coney Island as well - you do not need to be tanned and fit to feel at ease in a bathing suit. Of course you can find hot dogs here, but there is also Russian, kosher and Arabic food available. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A capital canal |
12th & Canal Sts Richmond, VA 23220 http://www.richmondriverfront.... |
By boat or by foot the Richmond Canal Walk is a beautiful and educational experience. Take a guided tour or learn about the site on your own. Brass disks embedded in the sidewalk, maps, photos and artifacts note historical events and people associated with the canals and locks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Watersports on the Charles |
2401 Commonwealth Avenue Newton, MA 02466 +1 617 965 5110 / +1 781 891 6575 http://www.paddleboston.com/ne... |
This full-service rowing, canoeing, kayaking and sculling center has locations in Newton and Brighton. These centers offer a whole range of activities for the family. Lessons are available, from beginner to advanced, and rentals of canoes, sculls, rowboats and kayaks are offered at the dock. Special guided tours of the immediate area are available, as are more in-depth guided tours of the Massachusetts coast and local rivers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Riverside recreation |
Storrow Drive Boston, MA 02116 +1 617 727 1188 x445 http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/... mass.parks@state.ma.us |
Get a feel for Boston with a stroll along 17 miles of riverside paths and parks. Watch sailboats and racing college crews. On summer evenings, there is free music at the Hatch Memorial Shell (an outdoor stage), and there are always hundreds of walkers, joggers, bikers, dog-walkers and sunbathers enjoying the view. The best way to reach the river is via the Arthur Fiedler footbridge, which is close to the intersection of Beacon and Arlington Streets in the Back Bay, or via the pedestrian bridge near the Charles/MGH T station. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hike and bike along the Potomac |
1850 Dual Highway, Suite 100 (Park Headquarters) Hagerstown, MD 21740-6620 +1 301 739 4200 http://www.nps.gov/choh |
For nearly 100 years, the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal served as a transportation route to move coal from Western Maryland to the nation's capital. Today, the towpath is a hiking and biking trail that stretches the entire 185 miles from Washington, DC to Cumberland, Maryland. The most frequently visited portion is the 14 miles from Georgetown to Great Falls Park, where visitors can enjoy the spectacular scenery and historic structures that remain. Mule-drawn canal boat rides are offered in Georgetown from April through October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brooklyn beach resort |
1208 Surf Avenue (Post) (Along Long Island Sound) New York, NY 11224-2816 +1 718 372 5159 http://www.coneyislandusa.com/ info@coneyisland.com |
Brooklyn's Coney Island is home to Astroland Amusement Park (open from Memorial Day through Labor day), the Aquarium for Wildlife Conservation, and of course the beach. A three-mile-long boardwalk runs the length of Coney Island into Brighton Beach. There is sometimes a circus, and always something strange to see. Do not let the cooler months deter you from a visit to Coney Island-it is much less crowded, and all the stores remain open. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colonial cemetery with a view |
Snowhill Street Boston, MA 02114 +1 800 7 3326 7866 http://www.cityofboston.gov/fr... |
Hidden in the back streets of the North End is the second-oldest burial ground in Boston. The well-manicured grounds hold the earthly remains of some famous Bostonian residents, including the Puritanical Mather family and Prince Hall. This is also a great spot for a view; on a clear day you can see everything from the Inner Harbor to Charlestown. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Potomac landmark |
4940 Canal Road Washington, DC 20007 +1 202 244 0461 http://www.fletchersboathouse.... |
In operation since it was built 150 years ago, Fletcher's Boathouse is the first stop on a number of Washington recreational excursions. Boats can be rented and taken out to Roosevelt Island, and canoes are available for leisurely floats up the historic C&O Canal. There are bicycles for rent, as well as a wide range of fishing supplies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colonial technology |
Mount Vernon Highway Alexandria, VA 22309 +1 703 780 2000 |
Between Woodlawn Plantation and Mount Vernon lies yet another of the enterprising first president's projects. Built before the Revolution and in operation for 30 years, this grist mill was used to grind corn and wheat into flour. It was neglected for years, leaving little but its foundation in tact at the start of the 20th century. However, it was renovated in 1930 with parts from another mill of the same period. Today visitors may view the mill along with exhibits explaining its operation. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Breathtaking river views |
11710 MacArthur Blvd Potomac, MD 20854 +1 301 299 3613 http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/grfa/ |
Great Falls Park, located on both sides of the Potomac River, offers stunning river views. Rushing whitewater pours through steep, jagged crevices into a narrow gorge. Photographers, hikers, and nature lovers find much to enjoy here. The park offers trails and the towpath of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal parallels the river. Fishing is allowed, but only with a valid permit. The Maryland side also features Great Falls Tavern with displays of canal history. One-hour roundtrip barge excursions are offered on a restored stretch of the canal from April to November. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A windy, riverbank refuge |
1100 Ohio Drive Southwest Washington DC, DC 20242 +1 202 619 7222 |
To cool down and relax, especially during DC's muggy summers, head to this riverside park. A favorite among Washingtonians, Hains Point is a peninsula of land jutting out into the confluence of the Potomac River and the Washington Channel. Let the cross breezes revitalize you as you stroll along the river, picnic or take the kids to the playground. Best of all, let them climb "The Awakening," a huge statue of a man seemingly climbing up out of the ground. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Less crowded beach |
Heckscher State Parkway East Islip New York, NY 11730 +1 631 581 2100 |
With over a mile of sand on the Great South Bay of Long Island, the beach here is a great alternative to other more crowded spots in the area. Heckscher is a family oriented park with softball fields, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, biking and hiking paths, picnic areas and a boat ramp. Vehicles over eleven feet high cannot come into the campgrounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Six miles of beach |
Ocean Parkway Wantagh New York, NY 11793 +1 516 785 1600 http://www.jonesbeach.com/ |
Jones Beach is a six-mile stretch of white sand beaches along Long Island's south shore. It gets extremely crowded during the hot summer months, and there is parking available for 25,000 cars. Boardwalk concessions, lockers, a swimming pool and even miniature golf make it a fairly pleasant place to visit without too much travel. Evening entertainment includes restaurants and open-air concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scenic jogging and walking route |
Fairmount Park Kelly Drive Philadelphia, PA 19131 |
Spanning four miles along the Schuylkill River from the Philadelphia Museum of Art to beautiful Falls Bridge, Kelly Drive offers a spectacular view of the city's major attractions. Boathouse Row is here, just behind the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Located in the Fairmount Park section, runners, walkers, bikers, and sightseers are blessed with the beauty of nature within the fifth largest city in the United States. Parking is free in designated areas. The Drive is named for the late City Councilman John Kelly, brother to the late Queen of Monaco, actress Grace Kelly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Restaurant, boating and more |
East 72nd Street & Park Drive N Central Park Lake New York, NY 10021 +1 212 744 3949 http://www.thecentralparkboath... |
A trip to the Loeb Boathouse, located in the heart of Central Park, is essential to any New York vacation. You can take a ride in an authentic Venetian gondola, and rowboats are available as well. In addition, bicycles can be rented on the site. These activities are seasonal, so call or check the Web site for schedules. The boathouse is also home to the romantic restaurant Park View at the Boathouse, which boasts an unequaled view of Central Park Lake. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seaside Town |
Broadway (between Nevada and Maple streets) New York, NY 11561 +1 516 431 1021 |
Only a 50-minute train ride from Manhattan, Long Beach has long been an oasis for city dwellers who want a quick way to escape and relax on the shore. Boasting a clean, sandy beach with lifeguards, the town also has a two-mile long boardwalk running right along the water, as well as a nice selection of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the sand. The Long Island Railroad is within walking distance of the ocean. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Park in Somerville and Medford |
Medford, Everett Sommerville Boston, MA 02144 +1 617 727 5380 http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/... mass.parks@state.ma.us |
Four parks make up the Mystic River Reservation, which runs through Medford, Somerville and Everett. The Mary O'Malley Park has a boat landing and tennis courts. The Torbert McDonald Park offers many natural sites and trails. Draw Seven Park has two soccer fields and bikeways. The park area called Mystic Lakes is a popular summer spot with its combination of beach facilities and natural shady areas. Sailing and non-motorized boating are allowed on Mystic Lakes. The park is run by the Metropolitan District Commission and admission to the reservation and its parks is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Heal the World |
322 8th Avenue 16th Floor New York, NY 10001 +1 212 997 1880 http://www.nature.org/ |
This organization strives to protect and preserve all forms of nature. Be it animals, plants or water bodies, The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the natural world. With several offices spread over the globe, it partners with businesses, communities, governments and nature aficionados to attain its objectives. Previous projects have covered the mysterious coral reefs of Indonesia and the deep forests of South America. If you're passionate about the world's depleting natural resources, volunteer your services. Donations are also welcome. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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188-acre harbor island |
Boston Harbor Boston, MA 02221 +1 617 223 8666 http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/... |
This island is part of the Boston Harbor Islands national recreation area. You can see some of the island's history as you wander through the ruins of Fort Adams, which was a war post in the early 1900s and a World War II POW camp. You will also find nature trails and vistas that overlook the harbor and mainland. Brisk sea breezes will cool you on the hottest days of the year. A free water taxi to the island is available from George's Island. Summertime camping is allowed with a permit; call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quiet beauty by the sea |
90-14 Rockaway Beach Boulevard (between 90th and 91st streets) New York, NY 11693 +1 718 634 8058 |
Although its reign as a summer resort destination has long since ended, this area on the south shore of Long Island in Queens still provides New Yorkers with a nice beach that is accessible by subway. A popular family destination in the '50s and '60s, it offers a glimpse into the New York City of days gone by. The boardwalk provides a good opportunity for a lovely ocean stroll. Visit the 1908 St. Rose of Lima Church, and take note of the classic architecture of the Rockaway subway stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Make way for ducklings... |
9 Arlington Street Boston Public Garden Boston, MA 02116 +1 617 522 1966 http://www.swanboats.com/ |
A trip to Boston is not complete without a visit to this attraction. From mid-April until mid-September, you can take a quick tour on a paddleboat decorated as a swan. These tours have been run by the same family for over a hundred years in the Boston Public Garden, which was the setting for the famous children's story, "Make Way for Ducklings". You will understand why as you glide among the hundreds of ducks that call the Garden pond home. You may see a couple of real swans, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Walk Along the Harbor |
374 Congress Street Suite 307 Boston, MA 02110 + 1 617 482 1722 (The Boston Harbor Association) http://www.tbha.org/ mail@tbha.org |
Boston Harbor is a beautiful retreat from the city in any season. It is also the departure point for ferries to Cape Cod and the South Shore, whale watches and moonlit cruises. The history of the harbor has not been forgotten; the Boston Tea Party took place here and is recreated annually. The New England Aquarium is located on the water's edge. As you walk by, peek at the large tank to the left of the entrance—sometimes there are harbor seals living in it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A natural tribute |
George Washington Memorial Parkway Turkey Run Park McLean, VA 22101 +1 703 285 2601 / +1 703 289 2500 http://www.nps.gov/this/ |
This Potomac River island is an apt memorial to the conservation-minded Teddy Roosevelt, the nation's 26th president. The 88-acre wildlife refuge can be explored along winding footpaths. In a clearing at the island's center stands a 22-foot bronze statue of Roosevelt, accompanied by inscriptions of his eloquent thoughts on nature and conservation. Access the island from Virginia via George Washington Memorial Parkway. A pedestrian bridge connects the island to a parking lot on the Virginia shoreline. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique covered bridge |
Wissahickon Valley Fairmount Park Philadelphia, PA 19104 http://william-king.www.drexel... |
This is the only historic covered bridge within the Philadelphia City limits and it's only open to pedestrian traffic. Thomas Mill is a photogenic red bridge with a distinctive sawtooth design at the roofline of the portal. An equestrian trail meanders by on the south, but on the north, the trail is too steep and rocky for horses. The site is often photographed from the equestrian trail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Riverside festivity |
3000 K Street Northwest Washington, DC 20007 http://www.washingtonharbour.com/ |
This scenic setting combines the social pleasures and style of Georgetown with the natural beauty of the Potomac riverfront. The wide promenade is enjoyed by office workers, shoppers, strollers and diners at several restaurants offering outdoor seating. This is a perfect place to stroll at midday, before a sunset dinner, or after dark when the terraces are lit up. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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