Located in Harvard Square, Cambridge Common Park is a historical site of Revolutionary War history and includes many historical monuments. The park is big and has plenty of open field space, as well as walking paths and bike paths through the park. The park also has a creative playground, which is suitable for young children and kids. Alexander Kemp Playground is a modern play area with decay-resistant wood equipment and wonderful water spray features.
This Park is Best For:
Cambridge Common is typically best used for the following:
Basic Info
- Size: Medium (16 acres)
- Terrain: Flat
- Transportation: T (Harvard Square), Bus
- Path Types: Cement
- Hours: 24 hours
- Restrooms: Yes
- Accessibility: Restroom, Walking Paths, Playground Area
- Drinking Fountains: Yes
- Benches: Yes
- Lights: Street Lights
Park Amenities
- Statues and Monuments
- Playgrounds (1)
- Sandbox (Entire Play Area)
- Splash Pad (Tot Spray)
- Walking Paths
- Picnic Tables
- Multi-Purpose Field Space
Fast Facts About Cambridge Common:
- Cambridge Common is the site of an Irish Famine Memorial, by then President of Ireland, Mary Robinson.
- This park was the site where General George Washington gathered troops during the American Revolutionary War.
Directions
There’s some metered parking around the park, but the best ways to get to Cambridge Common is either bus or T. There are many bus routes that go to Harvard Square, or you can take the Red Line to the Harvard Square T stop.
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