- TripBuzz found 657 things to do with kids in or near Arlington, Massachusetts, including 644 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Salem, Lowell and Cambridge.
- From Together in Motion to Veterans' Memorial Skating Rink, the Arlington area offers 118 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Children's Play Area and Movie Theaters.
- Just six miles northwest of Boston, Arlington was settled as a village in 1635. Originally named Menotomy, the name was changed to Arlington to pay homage to those buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Today, Arlington is divided into three distinct neighborhoods, which are Arlington Center, Arlington Heights, and East Arlington.
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A multi-level park, Pierce Playground sits on over 2 acres and consists of an upper level with playground equipment and a lower level with ball fields. The park contains picnic tables, trails, a splash pad, and several courts and ball fields.
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Landlocked Forest is a 250 acre forest preserve featuring 13 miles of walking trails. The trails are suitable for walking, jogging, bicycling, snow shoeing, and cross-country skiing. The preserve may be of particular interest to hikers, bicyclists, and bird watchers.
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The Berklee College of Music offers undergraduate, graduate, and summer programs for those interested in dedicating their lives to music. The location also hosts musical performances from artists like Jarabe De Palo.
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Book your amphibious tour of Boston and its famous harbor by visiting Super Duck Tours. Climb on board one of their 90-minute guided tours of historic Boston on a vehicle that will take you from the streets to splashing into the bay, don't miss this attraction.
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West Newton Cinema is an independently owned and operated 6 screen vintage movie theater. The theater features a lot of silver-age movie antiques and memorabilia and airs a mix of classic, independent, foreign, and mainstream films.
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Views of the Tobin Bridge and the Boston skyline are offered at the Mary O' Malley Waterfront Park which is bordered by both the Island End River and Mystic River. Paths for walking and jogging, tennis courts, and playground equipment are available.
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Prudential Center or Museum of Science, Boston, MA 02116
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The Boston Duck Tours allow for a wide range of sightseeing including Bunker Hill, Boston Common, and Quincy Market before splashing into the Charles River. Once in the water, those on the tour can take in stunning views of the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
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Bldg 5 Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston, MA 02129
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Housed inside a restored shipyard structure, the USS Constitution Museum preserves the history of the historic warship USS Constitution also known as 'Old Ironsides'. The Museum also offers visitors many hands-on activities to help them learn about early sailing experiences.
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Since opening in 1995, the state-of-the-art, 19,600 seat TD Garden has hosted more than 3.5 million visitors per year. Home to the NHL's Bruins and NBA's Celtics, the venue also plays host to the best live entertainment, concerts, and shows.
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With three indoor pools to choose from, Evelyn Kirrane Aquatic Center offers visitors private swim lessons and open swim sessions. The 25-yard lap pool has six lanes available for swimmers.