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Charles River Esplanade – Southern Promenade on Charles River loop from Cambridge

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Middlesex County

Charles River Esplanade – Southern Promenade on Charles River loop from Cambridge

Easy

3.2

(14)

58

hikers

Charles River Esplanade – Southern Promenade on Charles River loop from Cambridge

01:40

6.60km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

1.29 km

Kendall Square Globe Fountain

Highlight • Monument

In Cambridge, tradition and modernity lie side by side.

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2

1.83 km

View of Boston's skyline from the Longfellow Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful walk between Boston & Cambridge with a fantastic skyline of Boston!

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3

2.88 km

Hatch Memorial Shell

Highlight • Monument

The Edward A. Hatch Memorial Shell, or Hatch Shell, is an iconic outdoor concert venue on the Charles River Esplanade. Built in 1939–1940, it showcases Art Deco architecture and can …

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4

2.88 km

Charles River Esplanade

Highlight • River

The Charles River Esplanade in Boston is a picturesque urban park stretching along the Charles River. Offering scenic views, recreational opportunities, and cultural events, it's a beloved destination for jogging, walking, picnicking, concerts, and outdoor relaxation.

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5

3.03 km

Southern Promenade on Charles River

Highlight (Segment) • River

A jogger and walker's paradise for strolling, switching off and enjoying.

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6

4.47 km

Harvard Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Harvard Bridge connects Boston with Cambridge.

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7

5.18 km

MIT Main Building

Highlight • Monument

The various institutes of MIT are present everywhere.

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8

5.29 km

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Highlight • Monument

Famous private research university from 1861, known for its Science & Technology programs.

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B

6.60 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.00 km

978 m

357 m

230 m

Surfaces

3.88 km

2.38 km

300 m

< 100 m

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Monday 12 October

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8°C

43 %

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