13 Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Boston 

Savor the transition of summer into fall by sitting outside and watching the sun set over the city. Boston looks gorgeous from every angle at golden hour, so add each and every one of these spots to your sunset bucket list.&nbsp;&nbsp; Many of these recommendations come from <a href="https://joyraft.com/conversation/best-places-to-watch-the-sunset-in-boston-or-near-boston/b3ceeb90-f0a5-4765-b098-009cac21c427" target="_blank">a conversation</a> over on Joyraft. Check out <a href="https://joyraft.com/conversation/best-places-to-see-the-sunset-and-a-full-moon/12ea3b24-58e6-4544-b808-f9fc1a152795" target="_blank">what else our users love</a>. by Celina Colby 1) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Boston+Waterfront/@42.3541035,-71.045216,18z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x89e3716474684e69:0x5c2fe4b3cab3b777!8m2!3d42.354529!4d-71.043897!16s%2Fg%2F11nlc21yyq?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">Seaport Steps &amp; Fan Pier</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551759/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.001_tst9aa.jpg"> Where: Seaport Info: Golden hour has never looked as good as it does from the Seaport Steps overlooking the oceanside neighborhood and the financial district skyline.&nbsp; 2) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;output=search&amp;q=charles+river+esplanade&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0Aa4sjWe7Rqy32pFwRj0UkWd8nbOJfsBGGB5IQQO6L3J3ppPdoHI1O-XvbXbpNjYYwWUVH6qTfR1Lpek5F-7GS5G77zCDGUiyO9thp-XYOUMayl5yTrq7rriA_FB1wL0Kdj_tvjMoNGzWa2FMRJvYhOGWchAHxXaXr6MzDlE7uqvQ8rC0mmysmMri9cNUFZoISEheJP6aWXlQEWN_fh-q0laRumwg&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">The Esplanade</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551764/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.002_eg9gyp.jpg"> ﻿Where: Back Bay Info: One of Boston’s most beloved parks, the Charles River Esplanade is a classic spot to see the sunset with sailboats and the Cambridge side of the river on view.&nbsp;[<a href="https://www.instagram.com/bretclancy/" target="_blank">Photo</a> by @bretclancy] 3) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/the-tall-ship-boston-floating-oyster-bar-waterfront-experience-live-music-food-trucks-popups-more-east-boston-385284" target="_blank">Tall Ship Boston</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551762/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.005_bqrzhs.jpg"> ﻿Where: East Boston Info: Watch the sunset over the Boston city skyline with a cocktail in hand at this floating oyster bar in East Boston.&nbsp;[Photo by Tall Ship] 4) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;output=search&amp;q=piers+park+boston&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0Aa4sjWe7Rqy32pFwRj0UkWd8nbOJfsBGGB5IQQO6L3J3ppPdoHI1O-XvbXbpNjYYyyK5vBQSXmmfgAtXwDT_UwvibZ0pSIVFX3lVg5uBH9KRkcNkP3cvvJNBG5JuLgxBs03YF7ZheWmRhqfgCmBhS5o6SAZhDu3x8rWio402rJbDrei-2czWxVeRKadRtxLzMWgsQxFmZAWJEMLz75bbUBEJgcKw&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">Piers Park</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551764/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.004_vpqcoq.jpg"> Where: East Boston Info: This East Boston park and boat launch presents impeccable views of Boston that sparkle as the sun sets. You can also do <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/100-free-outdoor-fitness-classes-around-boston-summer-2022-boston-1000469" target="_blank">sunset yoga</a> for free at this park.&nbsp; 5)&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;output=search&amp;q=lopresti+park&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0Aa4sjWe7Rqy32pFwRj0UkWd8nbOJfsBGGB5IQQO6L3J3ppPdoHI1O-XvbXbpNjYYwWUVH6qTfR1Lpek5F-7GS5G77zCDGUiyO9thp-XYOUMayl5yTrq7rriA_FB1wL0Kdj_tvjMoNGzWa2FMRJvYhOGWchAHxXaXr6MzDlE7uqvQ8rC0mmysmMri9cNUFZoISEheJP6aWXlQEWN_fh-q0laRumwg&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">LoPresti Park</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551763/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.003_t22zre.jpg"> Where: East Boston Info: Right across the street from the Reelhouse restaurant in East Boston you’ll find a sprawling public park with gorgeous views of the Boston city skyline.&nbsp; 6) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/boston-museum-of-science-boston-406176" target="_blank">Museum of Science Parking Garage</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551756/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.006_rq1pnq.jpg"> Where: West End&nbsp; Info: Stay with us on this one. If you take the Museum of Science garage elevator to the fifth floor you can enjoy an incredible view of Boston’s Back Bay, featuring the Prudential Center and Hancock Tower, illuminated by the sunset. 7) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;output=search&amp;q=bu+bridge&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0BglSNKPbDQcL4Et01QEIYvJ5VGsHgUL_tsKqYywhWXkknveTpaLEIQiU02u5i1FK6bk61Y66s3bfBiEINO7l1yKiQTkpoJWROOGlS0s75tUZxcxNkxHXFioDzpB2_npjcpZY2qtkNKvvMwsbDR0754uOP8VpkeX1SjLuUr3tTbxqO4g1nuZ9dboqW4FywocR8hBiAOSOZz9MN-J5NWKXjzUjoprQ&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">BU Bridge</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551756/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.007_myygem.jpg"> Where: Brookline&nbsp; Info: From the BU Bridge you can see the sunset reflected in the glittering buildings of Back Bay for a beautiful and unconventional view.&nbsp;[<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CfVQC9zMG3Y" target="_blank">Photo</a> by @oschapov] 8) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;output=search&amp;q=castle+island+state+park+boston&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0AbzhUJjXv6jRup8eVc0BvPyH5PazCaW205cG-Bd0in0SeU-Q4GVbDidOCCAlv8ddyT3AdweP-gWlQHtvxNrL2KQsffJCrbtq9A-MgkbJGi37PdZVkgx8F6URZZ7vmaySq7_CVAJ94_r1Wu5THNJnbgGGCLqZHcBPsOkK7pBl8hGuegVfLCK1Xw2vEupLd9ho_K-97NfoOTXbOAWOx_3BT9sAxT2Q&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">Castle Island</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551755/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.008_up9tj7.jpg"> Where: South Boston Info: Watch the sunset from the beach at Castle Island in South Boston. The colors reflecting on the Boston Harbor are stunning.&nbsp; 9) <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/view-boston-at-the-prudential-center-rooftop-bar-state-of-the-art-observation-deck-boston-402942" target="_blank">View Boston</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551762/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.009_qval6c.jpg"> Where: Back Bay Info: If you want to make a night of it, head up to View Boston (there is a $25 entrance fee) and see the sunset over the whole city from the bars and restaurants on the 52nd floor.&nbsp;[Photo by View Boston] 10) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;biw=1440&amp;bih=709&amp;output=search&amp;q=north+point+park+cambridge&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0C31lgLkp-u0PYt18w4IYkir_wEofFTxJ5Sow9tf5HZHnAnyo3_RBhSNPm0E4nFDcXiZ7DQY5AUptYZLoHu_j-5VpGc-N5ZLtUdTSQ8yP5Ib2YHoCNbLV_pupOi3hj2HHzyG52zYJK7iRT_i05lHlUivJ6w7PUIlJtHkZr8mJ2hTqvn8OSqJzIRK_G7D3xQIfykipwReJLyMPlhUGRU8cEa7efI2A&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">North Point Park</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551764/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.010_jhxxke.jpg"> Where: East Cambridge Info: This 8.5-acre park along the banks of the Charles River is a stunning spot to watch the sunset, plus it allows you to walk from Cambridge along the water to the North End. 11) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Larz+Anderson+Park/@42.3122674,-71.140013,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89e3791974b70617:0x4f64c13be80949c3!8m2!3d42.3122674!4d-71.1374381!16s%2Fm%2F026v60s?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">Larz Anderson Park</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551756/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.011_ha8n7p.jpg"> Where: Brookline Info: Larz Anderson Park in Brookline. sits on a hill in Brookline. The elevation allows you to see the golden hour rays shining across the neighboring pond and parkland.&nbsp;[<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/boston/comments/7ngtcr/first_sunrise_of_2018_it_was_a_tad_chilly_at_1/" target="_blank">Photo</a> by ksm86 on Reddit] 12) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?sca_esv=57df18f3c8d6f0e2&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;output=search&amp;q=corey+hill+playground+brookline&amp;source=lnms&amp;fbs=AEQNm0Aa4sjWe7Rqy32pFwRj0UkWd8nbOJfsBGGB5IQQO6L3J3ppPdoHI1O-XvbXbpNjYYyyK5vBQSXmmfgAtXwDT_UwvibZ0pSIVFX3lVg5uBH9KRkcNkP3cvvJNBG5JuLgxBs03YF7ZheWmRhqfgCmBhS5o6SAZhDu3x8rWio402rJbDrei-2czWxVeRKadRtxLzMWgsQxFmZAWJEMLz75bbUBEJgcKw&amp;entry=mc&amp;ved=1t:200715&amp;ictx=111" target="_blank">Corey Hill Playground</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551756/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.012_lgpozt.jpg"> Where: Brookline Info: Through the trees at Corey Hill Playground in Brookline you can watch the sunset over Brookline and Boston. Not to mention reconnect with your youthful self on the swings.&nbsp;[<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BucYTlChLre/" target="_blank">Photo</a> by @viewfromcoreyhilloutlookpark] 13) <a href="https://www.granitelinks.com/" target="_blank">Granite Links</a> <img src="https://media.thebostoncalendar.com/image/upload/v1724551756/sunset%20in%20boston/sunset_in_boston.013_czhjyj.jpg"> Where: Quincy Info: For a more pastoral viewpoint, head to Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy where you can watch the sunset over the expansive green lawns with the Boston skyline in the distance. -- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bretclancy/" target="_blank">Main photo</a> by @bretclancy

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13 Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Boston

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