A quick guide to Boston-area tennis courts
Minh Pham for TNGG Boston
Museum of Science (1 Charles River Dam Rd.)
While most tennis courts are positioned side by side, these two are aligned back to back, and each is wrapped by a tall metal fence, giving players undivided concentration for a competitive match. There is no proper waiting area if youre next to play, but if youre OK with sitting next to the highway with big trucks tumbling at you, youll get in some hitting time.