Top 50 Best Things to Do in Massachusetts
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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Massachusetts

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  • Museum of Fine Arts, Bostontop_1
    󰺂7.9
    26.01
    Boston.Downtown Boston24.9 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Regular international artist exhibitions
    󱓊Neoclassical main & modern glass
    󱨠Saved by 111 users󱨠159 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    Thowhidul HaqueThowhidul Haque

    The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, is a must-visit for art lovers, offering an incredible collection spanning centuries and cultures. From stunning Egyptian artifacts to masterpieces by Van Gogh and Monet, every exhibit is thoughtfully curated. The museum's layout is spacious, making it easy to explore at a comfortable pace. Friendly staff and interactive exhibits enhance the experience. While admission can be pricey, the depth of art and history makes it well worth it. A perfect destination for i

  • Boston Duck Tourstop_2
    󰺂7.4
    50.25
    Boston.Downtown Boston25.8 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊1940s captain humor & Boston history
    󰋄Duck-shaped amphibious boat ride
    4.8/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    The experience was very good. The tour guide kept talking for an hour and entertained everyone. You can experience all the city views on land and water. The moment you got into the water, everyone was recording. When you met other duck boats during the journey, everyone would imitate the duck's call to greet each other

  • Harvard Universitytop_3
    󰺂7.4
    Cambridge.Harvard University22 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Massachusetts
    Highlights:
    󰋄Stroll along campus paths and enjoy the natural scenery
    A picturesque fall scene on the Charles River
    󱨠164 positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    The Harvard Art Museums are an essential part of any Harvard trip. We took our children there twice; the first visit was unforeseen, but the second was a perfect opportunity. While the museums aren't large, the galleries are interconnected, and the exhibits are strategically arranged, allowing you to fully explore Harvard's century-long collection without having to backtrack. Admission is free, but registration is required. There's a small but welcoming dining area on the first floor. It's best to avoid meal times, or enjoy brunch before entering, followed by coffee and snacks between visits. We spent a full day exploring the museums and were deeply impressed by the endless charm of this world-class university. A trip to Harvard offers even more possibilities for our children's growth and development. Here are some authentic world-famous paintings from the museums' long-standing collection, ready for everyone to explore and appreciate.

  • New England Aquarium
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    󰺂7.0
    30.33
    Boston.Boston City Center27.9 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Boston Harbor skyline view platform
    󱨜Penguin feeding & close-up viewing
    󱨠Saved by 102 users󱨠101 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    It is a cute aquarium and perfect for a little family visit. However it is kind of small and there weren’t as many interesting exhibitions as I expected. If you only need to spend an hour or two then it’s perfect.

  • Trinity Church
    5
    󰺂6.3
    Boston.Downtown Boston26 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Red-topped tower overlooking Copley Square
    Charm of Gothic architecture and stained glass
    4.1/5
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    My dears, Trinity Church is worth a visit. In terms of architecture, Boston Trinity Church has a unique Chadson Romanesque style, with a rose-colored sandstone exterior, reliefs and red-topped towers that attract attention. New York Trinity Church is a Gothic Revival classic, which has been included in the National Register of Historic Places and was once a landmark in Lower Manhattan. In terms of culture, Moscow Trinity Church is an important Orthodox church dedicated to St. Vladimir. The interior murals and sculptures are exquisite, and there are precious works of art and cultural relics; there are also historical stories, such as the New York Trinity Church and Alexander Hamilton. In terms of the tour experience, the interior is quiet, and the New York Trinity Church is located at the intersection of Wall Street and Broadway, which can be connected to the surrounding tours. The rose-colored sandstone exterior of Boston Trinity Church is unique. This rose-colored sandstone is soft and warm in the sun, giving people a solemn and warm feeling. It has a hard texture and can still remain in good condition after years of baptism. The sandstone is decorated with exquisite reliefs. These reliefs are meticulously detailed and feature religious figures, symbolic symbols, etc., which add a strong religious atmosphere and artistic beauty to the building, making the church look solemn and dignified while showing an exquisite and gorgeous side.

  • Boston Common
    6
    󰺂6.2
    Boston.Boston City Center26.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Massachusetts
    Highlights:
    󱓊Washington statue at entrance
    󰀆Paddle boat & swan watching
    󱨠202 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    Boston Park is a historic park located in the center of Boston. It is the starting point of the Freedom Trail. Today, Boston Park is an open green park.

  • Quincy Market
    7
    󰺂6.0
    Boston.Boston City Center27.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Boston's historic sightseeing hub
    󱓊Lobster rolls & clam chowder
    󱨠Saved by 132 users
    4.3/5
    BeachButterflyBeachButterfly

    This place has a great selection of food and treats to choose from. You can get some good stuff to take home to friends too.

  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace
    8
    󰺂6.0
    Boston.Boston City Center27.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Cradle of American Independence History
    󱓊Market, gathering & museum space
    󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.1/5
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    Faneuil Hall, located on Boston's Freedom Trail, was built in 1742 by the wealthy businessman Peter Faneuil. It was originally used as a market. Before the outbreak of the War of Independence, it was used as a place for Boston citizens to gather and have free discussions. It has witnessed countless meetings and speeches by patriots, so it is also called the "Cradle of Freedom" and has played an important role in American history. This is a solemn, three-story red brick building with a Greek-style duplex. After a large-scale renovation, it was reopened to the public in August 1976. When you enter the hall, you can see the words on the wall: This is where the important moment of the founding of Boston was witnessed.

  • Freedom Trail
    9
    󰺂6.0
    Boston.Boston City Center27 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄360° view atop Bunker Hill
    󰋄Bunker Hill's Charles River view
    󱨠158 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    The terminal of the Freedom Trail This granite monument in Charlestown, Boston, is said to be one of the earliest monuments in the United States, used to commemorate the Battle of Bunker Hill between the British Army and the North American Colonial Militia (OK, I admit that I checked it recently ) Now this is the terminal of Boston's Freedom Trail. If the weather is good, you can walk all the way from Boston Park~ The only way to get to the top of the monument is to climb the stairs There are a total of 294 steps, and numbers are marked every few steps, so that people who are panting and climbing the stairs can have a number in mind There is actually only a small space on the top of the monument, but looking out through the small windows on all four sides, I immediately feel that climbing the stairs is worth it~

  • Berklee College of Music
    10
    󰺂5.9
    Boston.Downtown Boston25 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Music shops & small venues
    Historic buildings & riverside museums
    󱨠33% positive reviews
    4.3/5
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    I discovered this campus by chance while shopping in Back Bay. It looks very low-key from the outside, and I never thought that the famous Berklee College of Music is hidden inside. The campus is not big, with a teaching building hidden in the downtown area. The school name flag fluttering shows the true identity of this building. It is the largest independent modern music school in the world, famous for American pop music and jazz. I heard that it is easy to meet celebrities if you eat and shop around here. There are also MFA Art Museum and Boston Symphony Hall nearby. If you have enough time, you can check in together.

What Best Things to Do are there in Massachusetts?
These are all Best Things to Do in Massachusetts:Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Boston Duck Tours, Harvard University, New England Aquarium, Trinity Church
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Massachusetts?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Massachusetts include:Museum of Fine Arts, Boston:4.8, Boston Duck Tours:4.8, Harvard University:4.7, New England Aquarium:4.5, Trinity Church:4.1
At what locations in Massachusetts can Best Things to Do in Massachusetts be found?
The Best Things to Do in Massachusetts are mainly located in:Museum of Fine Arts, Boston:Boston, Boston Duck Tours:Boston, Harvard University:Cambridge, New England Aquarium:Boston, Trinity Church:Boston
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