One of the most recognizable icons of East Boston is the 35-foot-high statue of the Madonna. The Madonna Shrine, atop Orient Heights, is the national headquarters for the Don Orione order. Constructed in 1954, the statue is a full-size replica of one at the Don Orione Center in the Montemario district of Rome, Italy. It was constructed in 1954 by Jewish-Italian sculptor Arrigo Minerbi, who wanted to show his gratitude to the Catholic Church for having shielded him and his family from the Nazis during World War II. Across the street from the Shrine is the Don Orione Home, a nursing home which, like the Shrine, was founded by the Don Orione priests.

Park surrounded by the Maverick Landing housing project, where well-paid young professionals live side by side with families on government assistance. The complex's buildings and site design also aimed to include as many cost-efficient, green features as possible.

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation preserves 152 acres of the 241- acre Belle Isle Marsh, Boston's last remaining salt marsh. The Belle Isle site is located on the west side of Belle Isle Inlet, just north of Logan International Airport and across the inlet from Winthrop. In addition to the preservation of the natural areas of the marsh, the Division of Urban Parks and Recreation manages 28 acres of landscaped park with pathways, benches and an observation tower. Guided walks explain the natural and cultural history of Belle Isle. Topics covered include saltmarsh ecology and the history of man's use of and the impact on the marsh. Special programs for community and school groups can also be arranged by contacting the reservation. Part of the Boston Harborwalk, a pedestrian path meant to revitalize and improve the enjoyment of Boston waterfront and promote its access to the public.

The Bennington Street Cemetery is one of the earliest planned open spaces in the East Boston community. Founded in 1838, its physical layout and gravemarkers reflect the growth and diversity that has characterized East Boston. The landfill projects of the 1830s and the shipping-associated industries attracted countless laborers to this area. The gravestones and monuments represent their numbers and ethnic backgrounds. Immigrant groups represented here were from Germany, Norway, Ireland, England, Scotland, and New Brunswick. One of the exceptional features of this cemetery is the number of epitaphs inscribed in a foreign language. For example, of all the legible stones, eleven have inscriptions written in German. In addition to detailing the growth of the immigrant community, the markers also recount the process of nation-building and the role East Bostonians played in it. This cemetery has no public access.

Created as part of the environmental mitigation for the Central Artery/Tunnel Project, the newly-constructed Bremen Street Park in the East Boston Greenway features playgrounds, a fountain and wading pool, large open lawns, and a community garden. Bremen Street Park extends to Prescott Street, with the East Boston Greenway's biking and walking path extending to Neptune Road. A performance amphitheatre is included in the park's green space. There are benches and picnic tables along the paths, and a bocce court in the park. Park designer Brown, Richardson & Rowe worked with a local artist to incorporate a sculpture of East Boston resident Donald McKay, best known as the builder of clipperships, including the Flying Cloud. Be sure not to miss the large map showing the five islands that were filled to create the East Boston of today. Drinking water fountains are located in the park, as well as public restrooms in the security building. Twenty-four hour security is provided by the Massachusetts Port Authority.

Belmont Square (now Brophy Memorial Park) was the location of some of the first lots sold by the East Boston company because of its desirable hilltop views. Its Greek Revival dwellings include the row of nine brick bowfront houses at 177-193 Webster Street and the finely detailed brick double house at 224 Webster Street. East Boston also contains houses in other popular mid-19th century revival styles, including the Italianate and French-inspired Mansard cottages in Eagle Hill.

This is a fan-shape parcel of inter-tidal land at the intersection of Border Street and Condor Street, between the Mobil Station and the Shore Plaza apartments. Though it is underwater for significant periods and there is no direct access, this site provides sweeping views of the inner harbor, looking toward the Tobin Bridge and Mystic River. If privately owned, buildings would have been constructed here blocking the view, as has occurred on the adjacent parcels. Inter-tidal habitat is widely regarded as an extremely valuable natural resource. These areas are home to many species of shellfish, other invertebrates, and juvenile fish. They also play important roles in flood control and water quality improvement.

Restoration of this particular Urban Wild was completed in 2003. Walking paths, sculptures, a boardwalk and viewing platform overlooking Chelsea Creek. Harbor porpoises can sometimes be spotted swimming along this stretch of water in the winter and spring. Part of the Boston Harborwalk, a pedestrian path meant to revitalize and improve the enjoyment of Boston waterfront and promote its access to the public. A playground and playing fields are located across the street, at American Legion Park.