East Boston

Once a center of record-setting shipbuilding, Eastie was created by the joining of five islands (Noddle, Hog, Governor’s, Bird, and Apple) during World War II. Bordered by Boston Harbor and Chelsea Creek, residents enjoy some of the best waterfront views of the mainland city and skyline. A long-time immigrant community, the neighborhood boasts a diverse population—including Italian, Southeast Asian, and Latino—reflected in its mix of ethnic restaurants. Recently, it has become one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods due to its location on the harbor and quick access to downtown.

It’s connected by a series of parks starting from Piers Park on the waterfront to the Belle Isle reservation, all linked by the East Boston Greenway built over old freight rail lines that have been converted to foot and bike paths. The neighborhood also features a vibrant artist community, including the long-standing Zumix, Atlantic Works, and HarborArts; now along with a satellite space for the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston.

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LoPresti Park

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33 Sumner Street
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LoPresti Park is another great outdoor recreation spot on the Eastie waterfront. Grab a ball and head to one of the four-acre park’s two basketball courts (you can play under the lights at night) or put on your helmet and head over to the street hockey rink. The park is also home to a state-of-the-art artificial turf soccer field. You can even go fishing on the waterfront, a popular dusk activity here. For those interested in a more relaxing activity, stroll along the pier and enjoy the beautiful Boston skyline. You can eve launch a kayak and paddle the harbor.

LoPresti Park
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LoPresti Park
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LoPresti Park
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LoPresti Park
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LoPresti Park
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LoPresti Park
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LoPresti Park
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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

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