America´s Best Inner-City Parks

City living can be exciting with mazes of roads and neighborhoods to explore, and a countless number of activities in which to partake on any given day. Living in and visiting a bustling urban center can also be overwhelming and suffocating, especially for people who are not used to all the action. Thankfully, most cities have recognized their citizens and visitors need a respite and thus have established park spaces in the middle of the madness. Here are some of American´s best inner-city parks.

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Griffith Park, Los Angeles

Runyon Canyon had its heyday as a popular natural escape from the smoggy City of Angels, but Griffith Park is hard to beat in terms of activities like hiking and horseback riding. The park is home to the Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Observatory and unbeatable views of the city and its many hills.

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Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

Sitting on more than 1,000 acres is this inner-city park with all the makings of a natural reserve. Bison roam the fields and windmills pop up from the tulip gardens, contributing to a truly diverse world of wonder.

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Arnold Arboretum, Boston

Arnold Arboretum is where Bostonian plants would kill to live. An array of more than 15,000 colorful trees and flowers are enough to distract city dwellers from the noisy streets.

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Humboldt Park, Chicago

A man-made lagoon and quaint boathouse decorate this park that celebrates Chicago´s Puerto Rican population. Snag some enchiladas and a blanket to enjoy the annual Latin Jazz Festival that takes place in Humboldt Park.