places on the East Coast! Trust me, when you visit, you’ll be spoilt for choice with all the best places in Massachusetts that are dotted all across the state.
Whilst here, be sure to take some time to explore the historic Faneuil Hall. Built back in the 1700s, it’s an iconic piece of Boston that you really can’t miss. Since then, it was given as a hall to
We totally loved visiting and savoured every second of our time travelling across Massachusetts; and not just because of all the delicious lobster!
After arriving, be sure to stroll around the iconic Harvard campus (especially around Harvard Yard) that houses so many historic buildings and outstanding museums and history you can’t miss.
1.) Boston
Fancy some more time in the great outdoors? Head over to nearby Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge. The trails around Puffer Pond and Taylor Brook are gorgeous.
Take some time to stroll the streets of Oak Bluffs, Edgartown and Tisbury before heading over to Aquinnah Cliffs Overlook. The views from the coastline are just gorgeous.
Also, be sure to take a gander inside Longfellow House that was the former home of poet, Henry Longfellow. Here, you can take tours inside – it feels as if time has stood still within the rooms!
Right on the fringes of Massachusetts, the Watatic Mountain State Wildlife Area is a great spot to visit to explore the great outdoors. You see, here, you can take the trails right to the top of Mount Watatic where the views are spectacular.
One of Massachusetts more famous cities, Salem is pretty well-known for its witch trials that took place many centuries ago.
Just be sure to pack some comfy shoes and plenty of water and snacks; it can be a long stroll.
You see, the Stellwagen Bank is among the most biologically productive ocean environments in the whole world. Without getting into the whole marine geology of the area, it’s a vast underwater that sustains an incredible ecosystem right at the mouth of Massachusetts Bay.
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After strolling all day, grab a table at Mezcal Tequila Cantina for their incredible dishes and cocktails. Their fried haddock tacos and spicey “rattler” cocktail are everything!
Take a look, below, at the best places in Massachusetts to visit. Have a totally fun time exploring the East Coast.
Home to Harvard Square and world-class museums, it’s well worth exploring for a half-day trip.
With the most stunning beaches, gorgeous little towns and villages and parks, it’s the kind of region where you can easily spend a week exploring!
2.) Cambridge
We had the best time exploring Cambridge and it’s so easy to visit from Boston itself. You see, it’s just across the Charles River and will take no time at all to get here.
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So, to help you get the most out of your trip, I wanted to share some of the totally gorgeous gems you shouldn’t miss. This way, stick to the exploring without getting bogged down with all the planning.
Plus, be sure to also spot the Bancroft Tower that’s been around in Worcester since 1900.
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If it’s museums you’re after, check out the Harvard Art Museums that features centuries of historical art that you can’t miss. Plus, it’s one of the oldest in Cambridge.
3.) Cape Cod
If it’s museums you’re after, check out the Harvard Art Museums that features centuries of historical art that you can’t miss. Plus, it’s one of the oldest in Cambridge.
8.) Martha’s Vineyard
If it’s museums you’re after, check out the Harvard Art Museums that features centuries of historical art that you can’t miss. Plus, it’s one of the oldest in Cambridge.
Overlooking Ipswich Bay, Wingaersheek Beach is a totally easy spot to visit whilst driving north from Boston to New Hampshire.
