Eliot Norton Park

A park for solitude when the Common is too full.
Small park, a bit of green space, a weird cylindrical church, a little shade.
It’s a good place to stop for a quick break, to sit in the shade on a hot day or to watch little sparrows fight over crumbs.

This is a quaint little park, conveniently located near Bay Village, Chinatown, and the Theatre District in Boston. It is very nicely kept, has a cute little playground, and has plenty of places to sit and relax (in addition to the grassy areas). I have walked through this park countless times on my way to catch the T (it is next to the Tufts T stop), and when the weather is nice, it is a great place to take a quick break, catch some sun or eat your lunch. I often see many dog owners bringing their dogs here, although there is a small little, fenced-​in dog park right around the corner. This park may be tiny, and lives in the shadow of the neighboring Boston Commons, but it really adds value to the neighborhood and is a wonderful little addition to the area.