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Rose Kennedy Greenway Walking Map 2006

Our Greenway work 1992—2006 The Greenway’s success hinges on its walkability. Since 1992, we have worked to assure that the new construction will be attractive to walkers and serve them safely.

When we began our involvement, the Central Artery/ Tunnel project [CA/T] was being designed by the City of Boston for 10 traffic lanes on surface streets along the Greenway. WalkBoston, Move Massachusetts and the CA/T Project created the Pedestrian Issues Forum to re-assess that design. Two years later, A Pedestrian Perspective on the Central Artery Project [1994] recommended narrower roadways and wider sidewalks. After WalkBoston’s persistent advocacy for fewer lanes, the City adopted a 6-lane design.

Subsequently, an intensive public process established block-by-block standards for sidewalk widths and continuity, traffic lane widths, corner curb radii and bicycle lanes. In 1996/1998 State MEPA permits made these standards official Artery commitments. Ongoing oversight will be needed as developers request permits from the City of Boston for garage entrances, curb cuts and other things that impact the sidewalk..

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Boston: South End, Hip & Historic Walking Map

In Boston, America’s Walking City, the South End is a favorite of locals and visitors. It’s a compact, lively neighborhood that is easy to access from Downtown, Back Bay, and many hotels and tourist destinations. Walking along the flat, shady streets of the South End, you’ll be charmed by this “historic district”—the largest group of Victorian structures in the country. Long an immigrant neighborhood, the South End still retains its diversity. Its distinctive architecture is invigorated by an array of unique restaurants, art galleries and gift/dress/furniture shops. You can cover a lot of distance by walking just a few minutes in the South End—the seven city blocks from Copley Square to Tremont Street take 10-15 minutes to walk and cover a half mile. During a round trip of 20-30 minutes, you’ll get the health benefits of walking one full mile while enjoying the area!

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Boston: BMC/BUMC Neighborhood

These routes are designed to let you leave the hospitals and institutions behind and explore the adjacent South End neighborhood. Many sides of the community are highlighted—charming residential squares, public buildings, the SOWA [South of Washington Street] arts/gallery district, and Restaurant Row. Routes range from 1-3 miles, progressing in length as the route numbers increase. Choose a walk that fits the time you have available and the sights you want to see, or make it a goal to walk all six.

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Boston: Commonwealth Avenue Mall Sculptures Map

Commonwealth Avenue Sculptures Boston’s Commonwealth Avenue finds its 19th century inspiration in the boulevards of Europe. The centerpiece of the elegant Back Bay, the avenue is 200 feet wide, with generous carriageways and sidewalks. The gracious central walkway, called the Mall, is enlivened with sculpture and landscaping. Installation of statuary began in 1865 and continues to this day. Because nearly all of the sculptures face east toward the Public Garden, this walk is devised to allow you to go west and approach each frontally, as sculptors meant them to be seen.

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Boston: Avenue of Arts Walking Map

Explore Boston on foot! Walking is an easy, pleasant and stress-free way to enjoy your visit. It is one of the best forms of exercise to keep you fit. Known for historic and picturesque neighborhoods, Boston has outstanding pedestrian features including:

A compact and relatively flat layout with European style streets that are safe, lively and diverse.
Centrally located points of interest: history, entertainment, nightlife, architecture, culture, science and arts abound.
A great feeling of openness against a backdrop of skyscrapers, thanks to inviting green spaces like the Boston Common, Commonwealth Avenue Mall and the Charles River Esplanade.
A convenient and affordable subway and bus system that takes you within steps of your destination.

Everything is within walking distance. And everyone in Boston walks. So walk—you’ll feel better for it!

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