Neighborhood walk · Mission Hill
Brigham Circle to the hilltop
A short climb that explains the neighborhood's name with its slope and skyline.
By Fun Boston · Published
- ZIP areas
- 02120
- Time
- 30–45 minutes with stops (estimate)
- Start
- Brigham Circle
- Finish
- Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park
- Cost
- Free outdoors; optional indoor visits may cost extra.
- 01
Brigham Circle
Begin at the transit and retail intersection on the lower part of the hill.
- 02
Mission Church exterior
Climb Tremont Street to the church whose towers are a neighborhood landmark.
- 03
Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park
Continue uphill to the public park for a pause and a view back across the city.
Before you go
This one is steep. Take the ascent slowly and check the park entrance signs before entering.
These are desk-researched route ideas, not field-tested turn-by-turn or accessibility guides. Use the walking map, follow signs and crossings, and check current conditions and opening hours.