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Here Are the 20 Best Places in Greater Boston to Make Out

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Ah, love (or lust, depending on the chemistry and the state of your relationship) is in the air. And you want to share some oxygen with your partner. Now that you've (finally) found someone and you're plotting and planning to create the perfect rendezvous that will draw you two ever closer, take a gander at these spots in the city.

Note that these suggestions require venturing out somewhere special. If, on this particular Valentine's Day weekend, you find it much too frigid to go anywhere, there is a point that we can't plot: your wonderful, cozy, home-sweet-home. Stay in, enjoy your bed, make S'mores, and indulge in games or a TV marathon. If you're not yet living together, and one person refuses to go to the other's house, then consider these mapped-out suggestions.


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New England Aquarium

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The feeling of being underwater can mimic the overpowering feeling of love. And the aquatic animals won't mind.

Fenway Park

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As everyone is singing the refrain to "Sweet Caroline," you can kiss while others sing "good times never seemed so good."

Top of the Hub

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If you already feel on top of the world with your partner, go to Top of the Hub.

Boston Public Garden

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Possibly one of the most scenic places in Boston, there are several picturesque places of beauty in which to have a moment with your sweetheart.

Commonwealth Avenue Mall

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Beautiful lights, trees and a broad path for you two to take together.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

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Go upstairs to the Rotunda, right before the Marketplace closes.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

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This venue is especially beautiful, so go if you want to feel you've traveled to a different land and time.

MBTA Long Wharf Ferry

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If you want to get close and steal a glimpse of some unforgettable views of the city, the MBTA Charlestown Naval Yard Ferry has a round-trip ride to Long Wharf.

Christian Science Reflecting Pool

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When the water isn't frozen over, its glassy surface has a warm feeling of eternity that you can memorialize in a warm moment together. If you go into the museum, the Hall of Ideas provides a stimulating place to lock lips.

Back Bay Fens

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This is a notorious location for public displays of very affectionate affection. For the bravest among you, go here.

Boston Public Library

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Steal a space between the rows of books. Everyone loves the romance section, once in a while!

John Hancock Tower

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This holds the No. 1 wind tunnel in Boston, so duck into the enclave in the back of the building on Stuart Street across from the University Club. And voila--a private, hair-swirling moment.

Brattle Theatre - IFFBoston

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Get in an indy film show and get busy. The theater owners won't mind. Just don't drop the popcorn.

Museum of Science

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Ever wanted to make out under the stars--but couldn't see them? One trip to the Planetarium and your wish is the museum's command.

Boston Harbor Hotel

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The iconic 80-foot arch can frame an intimate moment for you both.

Institute of Contemporary Art

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The Founders Wall has a grand hallway with an expanse of glass and a tremendous view of the city. Share it with someone tremendous.

The Liberty Hotel

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Any spot in this former jail could work as the place to unlock your heart with that special someone.

Louisburg Square

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Could it be the most ideal classical neighborhood in Boston? It could be the setting for a perfect moment.

Cambridge Center Roof Garden

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Across from the hotel is a rooftop garden on the Cambridge Center parking garage; it's open from sunrise to sunset and the perfect place to make a romantic escape.

Christopher Columbus Park

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In the evening, under the arch tunnel, you'll have a perfectly illuminated moment with your honey.

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New England Aquarium

The feeling of being underwater can mimic the overpowering feeling of love. And the aquatic animals won't mind.

Fenway Park

As everyone is singing the refrain to "Sweet Caroline," you can kiss while others sing "good times never seemed so good."

Top of the Hub

If you already feel on top of the world with your partner, go to Top of the Hub.

Boston Public Garden

Possibly one of the most scenic places in Boston, there are several picturesque places of beauty in which to have a moment with your sweetheart.

Commonwealth Avenue Mall

Beautiful lights, trees and a broad path for you two to take together.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Go upstairs to the Rotunda, right before the Marketplace closes.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

This venue is especially beautiful, so go if you want to feel you've traveled to a different land and time.

MBTA Long Wharf Ferry

If you want to get close and steal a glimpse of some unforgettable views of the city, the MBTA Charlestown Naval Yard Ferry has a round-trip ride to Long Wharf.

Christian Science Reflecting Pool

When the water isn't frozen over, its glassy surface has a warm feeling of eternity that you can memorialize in a warm moment together. If you go into the museum, the Hall of Ideas provides a stimulating place to lock lips.

Back Bay Fens

This is a notorious location for public displays of very affectionate affection. For the bravest among you, go here.

Boston Public Library

Steal a space between the rows of books. Everyone loves the romance section, once in a while!

John Hancock Tower

This holds the No. 1 wind tunnel in Boston, so duck into the enclave in the back of the building on Stuart Street across from the University Club. And voila--a private, hair-swirling moment.

Brattle Theatre - IFFBoston

Get in an indy film show and get busy. The theater owners won't mind. Just don't drop the popcorn.

Museum of Science

Ever wanted to make out under the stars--but couldn't see them? One trip to the Planetarium and your wish is the museum's command.

Boston Harbor Hotel

The iconic 80-foot arch can frame an intimate moment for you both.

Institute of Contemporary Art

The Founders Wall has a grand hallway with an expanse of glass and a tremendous view of the city. Share it with someone tremendous.

The Liberty Hotel

Any spot in this former jail could work as the place to unlock your heart with that special someone.

Louisburg Square

Could it be the most ideal classical neighborhood in Boston? It could be the setting for a perfect moment.

Cambridge Center Roof Garden

Across from the hotel is a rooftop garden on the Cambridge Center parking garage; it's open from sunrise to sunset and the perfect place to make a romantic escape.

Christopher Columbus Park

In the evening, under the arch tunnel, you'll have a perfectly illuminated moment with your honey.