Hatch Memorial Shell
4.7 (912)attraction
4.7 (912)Riverside amphitheater on the Esplanade hosts free summer concerts and performances on the lawn.
Description
On the Esplanade's lawn, the Hatch Memorial Shell hosts free summer concerts and performances. Visitors call the experience unique, with a setting that makes the July Fourth Pops fireworks concert "truly spectacular." The surrounding area has been cleaned up, and Gronk even built his own playground nearby. Parking is not direct—expect a walk—and crowds can be large, but many find the experience worth it. Street parking is possible if you're patient, and bringing your own food and drinks is a common tip.
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No direct parkingExpect a walkLarge crowdsStreet parking possibleBring your own food
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