Best Boston Rooftops

Cambridge Center Roof Garden

Photograph: mahler9

This is a hidden gem situated on the top of a parking garage right next to Kendal/MIT station. Found it by walking past, and noticed a big sign on the building. I felt like I was bypassing, needed to enter the garage and find the staircase, and then get to the rooftop. A nice calm oasis in the middle of the city.

The Healing Garden at Yawkey Center

Photograph: Cambridge Seven Associates

This rooftop garden was made for patients of MGH and their visitors, but anybody can enter. The garden has a great view on Charles river and Back Bay skyline. Located right across the Charles/MGH station. 

Tufts Library Roof

Photograph: Tafts University

One more hidden gem. Located on the top of the library. No restrictions on entrance give a sense of a  concrete jungles explorer. You might not end up being there on your own, though. The place is favoured by students and other local residents. 

The Colonnade Hotel Rooftop

Photograph: thrillist.com

A rooftop with a bar and a swimming pool on the top of a four-star hotel. Great place to spend a lazy weekend with a great view. 

Rooftop@Revere

Photograph: rooftop@revere

Located at the top of the Theatre District hotel, this rooftop probably is the best in Boston. Located right in the downtown, it offers a fabulous view over the city. Chill on the roof and then head to a swimming pool open for visitors (not open-air).