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Boston Marathon: Where’s the best place to avoid crowds?

For some, Marathon Monday is a normal day.

How do you avoid the Marathon Monday crowds? David L Ryan/Globe Staff

By Kristina DaPonte

The Boston Marathon doesn’t just bring thousands of runners to the city and surrounding areas, it also brings in thousands of devoted fans and supporters. For some, it also means unwanted crowds, lines, and traffic.

In the days leading up to April 15, people from around the world will be in and around the city. On Marathon Monday, they’ll be lining the route to run or cheer on family, friends, and strangers. You’ll likely find the biggest and most animated crowd at the finish line located in the heart of Boston.

But what if you don’t want to be in the center of the action? Or even, dare we say, watch the marathon in person? For some, Marathon Monday is just a normal day, one where they want to go about their day or explore on their own terms.

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To help those people out, we want to know your tips: Where are the places that will make for a good visit, but won’t be too overcrowded on Marathon Monday? Let us know the best spots in and around Boston to avoid the crowds. Fill out the survey below or e-mail us at [email protected], and your response may be featured in a future Boston.com article or on our social media channels.

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