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Things To Do in Boston

History & Culture

1. Boston Tea Party Museum
2. Freedom Trail
3. Plymouth Rock

Top Attractions

1. Boston Children's Museum
2. Fenway Park
3. Boston Public Market
4. Boston Public Garden
5. Crescent Ridge
6. Newbury Street
7. Boston Museum of Science
8. Faneuil Hall Marketplace
9. Harvard University

Things To Do in Salem, MA

1. Salem Witch Museum
2. The Witch House at Salem
3. Gallows Hill Museum
4. Salem Willows Park

Things To Do in Martha’s Vineyard

1. Flying Horses Carousel
2. Oak Bluffs Gingerbread Cottages
3. Edgartown Historic District
4. South Beach (Katama Beach)

Things To Do in Cape Cod

1. Cape Cod National Seashore
2. Provincetown's Commercial Street
3. Nauset Beach
4. Cape Cod Rail Trail

Things To Do in Massachusetts This Weekend

1. Great Wolf Lodge Fitchburg
2. Old Sturbridge Village
3. Norman Rockwell Museum
4. Tanglewood Music Center
5. Lizzie Borden House

Boston combines rich American history with modern family attractions, making it one of the country's most kid-friendly cities and an ideal destination within an hour's drive of Great Wolf Lodge.

The Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum offers an interactive historical experience where families can participate in reenacting the famous 1773 protest, explore authentic replica ships, and learn about this pivotal moment in American history through hands-on exhibits and live performances.

If you like history then you're in the right place! Boston's iconic 2.5-mile Freedom Trail connects 16 nationally significant historic sites. Soak up over 250 years of history with a visit to the many museums, churches, meeting houses, burying grounds and other important markers you'll encounter along the way!

Any history buffs around? If so, you won't want to miss out on the next destination on our list! Plymouth rock, that's right, *the* Plymouth Rock, as in the very spot the Pilgrims first set foot on the "New World," has been preserved in the Pilgrim Memorial State Park and is viewed by more than a million visitors each year!

Welcome to the second oldest children's museums in the world! Founded back in 1913, the Boston Children's Museum was designed to engage children and introduce them lifelong love of learning. Watch your kids exercise their creativity, curiosity and imagination! The museum houses traveling exhibits, hands-on experiences and tons of other learning experiences for kids.

Want to experience Red Sox nation? Now's your chance! Head over to Boston's Fenway Park. The field as been dubbed "America's favorite ballpark" and was originally opened back in 1912. There's even a museum on-site to teach visitors more about the park's history. The collection includes over 170,000 artifacts related to the history of Fenway Park and the Boston Red Sox, 150,000 photographs, 24,000 3D artifacts, signed baseballs, used baseball bats and more.

The Boston Public Market is an indoor year-round marketplace featuring over 30 local vendors offering fresh produce, artisanal foods, and unique New England specialties, making it a perfect spot for families to sample regional flavors and pick up locally-made souvenirs.

Looking for a moment of Zen in a crowded city? Head over to the Boston Public Garden where you'll find 24-acres of grassy areas, flower beds, duck ponds and more! There are also monuments, fountains and the famous Swan Boats to explore

Who doesn't love homemade ice cream? Located in the town of Sharon, located about 30 minutes south of Boston is the Crescent Ridge Dairy Bar. Each flavor starts with a 50-year old family recipe and is carefully churned and hand packed. Take some time to explore the farm - cows and sheep included!

Take a self-guided tour of Boston's "most enchanted street." The 8-block stretch is filled with salons, boutiques and fabulous dining! There's also a lot of history to take in. Unless the mid-1800s, the 2-mile stretch was part of Boston Harbor. The area was eventually filled to become the Back Bay section of the city.

Boston's Museum of Science provides tons of sensory exhibits to help you and your family learn more about the natural world! Each season brings new traveling exhibits, so you'll never the same thing twice! The Permanent exhibits revolve around dinosaurs, nanotechnology and everything in between. There's also a 4D theater and Planetarium to explore during your visit!

Welcome to one of the oldest marketplaces in America! Opened in 1743, the Faneuil Hall Marketplace was once used as a meeting spot during the Revolution. These days, it's become a commercial hotspot, with high-end boutiques, stores and amazing eateries and is open to the public, 365-days a year!

Take a tour of the prestigious Harvard University and get a feel for what those "wicked smaht" students experience on campus! As the oldest institution of higher education in the United States, you'll feel a sense of history across classrooms. Keep an eye out for other gems, including the statue of John Harvard, also known as the "Statue of Three Lies," the Widener Library and Memorial Hall!

Though Salem, MA is especially festive for a day trip after a spooky weekend at Great Wolf Lodge’s Howl-o-Ween, Salem also has exciting attractions year-round. Whether you're drawn by witchcraft history, cultural sites, or seasonal Halloween festivities, Salem offers a uniquely spellbinding experience that combines supernatural intrigue with New England charm throughout the year. A day trip to Salem after a spooky weekend at Great Wolf Lodge’s Howl-o-Ween is the perfect way to spend your holiday weekend.

The Salem Witch Trials account for one the most infamous chapters in American history. The museum was designed to introduce the events of 1692. Visitors can experience the drama through thirteen life-size stage sets, figures, lighting and narration depicting the witch hunts. A second exhibit provides information on the times that allowed the trials to take place. Once you're done there take some time to stroll around main street and explore the town of Salem!

The Witch House (Jonathan Corwin House) is the only remaining structure in Salem with direct ties to the 1692 witch trials, where Judge Jonathan Corwin examined accused witches, and today offers guided tours through the restored 17th-century home.

Gallows Hill Museum & Theater offers an interactive theatrical experience at the actual site where 19 accused witches were executed in 1692, combining historical education with immersive storytelling to bring this dark chapter of Salem's history to life.

Salem Willows Amusement Park is a charming historic seaside destination featuring classic arcade games, amusement rides, and waterfront dining that has been delighting families since the 1880s with its nostalgic New England charm.

Martha's Vineyard offers an idyllic New England island escape within driving distance of Boston, accessible via a scenic ferry ride from Cape Cod. This charming destination features pristine beaches, historic lighthouses, and picturesque towns like Oak Bluffs with its famous colorful gingerbread cottages and Edgartown's elegant whaling captain homes. Families can enjoy bike rides along coastal paths, exploring quaint shops and galleries, fresh seafood dining, and beautiful beaches perfect for swimming and sandcastle building.

Located on Martha's Vineyard, an island off the coast of Massachusetts, is the oldest operating platform carousel in America. The structure has been delighting vacationers since 1884. Grab a ring each time you go around the carousel. Anyone who nabs a gold ring gets a free ride!

Explore the whimsical collection of over 300 colorful Victorian cottages in the Oak Bluffs Campground, featuring intricate "gingerbread" trim and a charming carousel that's been delighting visitors since 1876.

Stroll through this elegant whaling captain town with its pristine white houses, manicured gardens, and upscale shops, culminating at the iconic Edgartown Lighthouse overlooking the harbor.`

Enjoy Martha's Vineyard's most popular beach with its wide sandy shores, excellent surfing conditions, and family-friendly atmosphere perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing.

Cape Cod is Massachusetts' premier coastal destination, offering 40 miles of pristine beaches, charming seaside villages, and quintessential New England charm just an hour's drive from Boston. This hook-shaped peninsula features everything from family-friendly bay beaches with calm waters to dramatic Atlantic coastlines perfect for surfing and whale watching.

Haven't had enough of the ocean? Cape Cod is home to some of the most famous beaches in New England. Its national seashore stretches across 40 miles in the towns of Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans and Chatham. You can swim, walk or bike your way around the national park! There are also plenty of lighthouses, cultural landscapes, wild cranberry bogs and other regional gems to explore.

Haven't had enough of the ocean? Cape Cod is home to some of the most famous beaches in New England. Its national seashore stretches across 40 miles in the towns of Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans and Chatham. You can swim, walk or bike your way around the national park! There are also plenty of lighthouses, cultural landscapes, wild cranberry bogs and other regional gems to explore.

Haven't had enough of the ocean? Cape Cod is home to some of the most famous beaches in New England. Its national seashore stretches across 40 miles in the towns of Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans and Chatham. You can swim, walk or bike your way around the national park! There are also plenty of lighthouses, cultural landscapes, wild cranberry bogs and other regional gems to explore.

Haven't had enough of the ocean? Cape Cod is home to some of the most famous beaches in New England. Its national seashore stretches across 40 miles in the towns of Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet, Eastham, Orleans and Chatham. You can swim, walk or bike your way around the national park! There are also plenty of lighthouses, cultural landscapes, wild cranberry bogs and other regional gems to explore.

If you live in Massachusetts and are looking for something interesting to do this weekend, the following attractions are spread across the state and offer unique experiences.

Splash, slide, and play at this family-focused indoor water park resort offering themed hotel rooms, multiple dining options, and entertainment attractions. Located an hour outside of Boston, Great Wolf Lodge is the perfect weekend family getaway.

Itching to get some more history under your belt? Travel back in time at Old Sturbridge Village, New England's largest outdoor living history museum. Enjoy the costumed historians and watch them get hard to work on the farm, in trade shops or in the house and learn more about what life was like during the 19th century.

The Norman Rockwell Museum in Massachusetts presents the world's largest collection of original Norman Rockwell art. The entire collection features more than 14,000 works by more than 250 artists.

Head to the Tanglewood Music Center in western Massachusetts during the summer months to take in an outdoor concert. Every Sunday, beginning at 12 noon, the grounds fill up with food vendors, crafts stations in preparation for the musical performance! Lectures and demonstrations are also offered for adults. If you're looking to move around a bit, think about taking a guided nature walk of the grounds, led by staff from the Mass Audubon!

It may not be the happiest story in American history, but it sure is fascinating! The Lizzie Borden House is located in Fall River, Massachusetts and became a well-known crime scene following the murders of Andrew Borden and his wife Abby. Their youngest daughter, Lizzie, is believed to have been responsible, but was acquitted during her trial. Today, the house has been transformed into a museum and bed-and-breakfast. Pro tip: the house is known for its supposed paranormal activities, so if you're not into ghosts, do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else.