4 Star Places To Visit in Concord, Massachusetts, United States (24)

1. 4.5 Minute Man National Historical Park (874 reviews)
   - Terrific Program about the Concord to Boston opening of the American Revolution
   Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • National Parks • Battlefields
   
   
   The more than 900 acres of this national park run along the route of the battle of Lexington and Concord. See more..
   
2. 4.5 The Old North Bridge (738 reviews)
   - Where It All Started
   Historic Sites • Bridges
   
   
   The "shot heard round the world," which signaled the start of the Revolutionary War, was fired from this spot. See more..
   
3. 4.5 Walden Pond State Reservation (684 reviews)
   - Historically Significant
   Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • State Parks • Bodies of Water
   
   
   In order to preserve the natural environment, visitors are limited at this site, where Thoreau wrote his famous essays. See more..
   
4. 4.5 Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House (556 reviews)
   - A thrill for the Little Women fan
   Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
   
   
   Immortalized by Louisa May Alcott in the beloved classic, Little Women, Orchard House (c. 1670) is best known for being where the groundbreaking novel was written and set in 1868. One of the oldest, most authentically-preserved historic sites in the country, Orchard House has, for over a century, provided inspirational accounts of the Alcott family’s contributions to the fields of literature, education, philosophy, the arts, and social justice through award-winning guided tours, unique educational programs for students of all ages, and lively living history events . The Concord School of Philosophy and a Museum Store are also on the premises. See more..
   
5. 4.5 Sleepy Hollow Cemetery (334 reviews)
   - Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Guided Tour
   Cemeteries
   
   
   Nineteenth-century luminaries such as Louisa May Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau are buried here. See more..
   
6. 4.5 Concord Museum (242 reviews)
   - Made the Revolutionary War's start come alive!
   Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
   
   
   The Concord Museum is the one place where all of Concord MA’s remarkable past is brought to life through an inspiring collection of historical, literary, and decorative arts treasures. Completely renovated in 2019, the Museum's 16 galleries are focused on Concord's Native American, literary, abolitionist, cultural and revolutionary history. Gain a new understanding of the events of April 19, 1775 at our new multimedia installation! The Concord Museum educates visitors of all ages about the history of Concord and its continuing influence on American political, literary and cultural life. The Museum’s nationally significant collection serves as a catalyst for changing exhibitions, extended classroom learning, dynamic programs and publications relevant to an ever-changing world. Founded in 1886, the Museum is a center of cultural enjoyment for the region and a gateway to the town of Concord for visitors from around the world. See more..
   
7. 4.5 The Old Manse (137 reviews)
   - Original and insightful
   Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks
   
   
   The first shots of the Revolutionary War were fired nearby – and, less than a century later, Emerson, Hawthorne, and Thoreau spawned a revolution in American philosophy from here. See more..
   
8. 4.5 Battle Road Trail (107 reviews)
   - Where it all began!
   Hiking Trails
   
   
   This route follows the trail taken by the British on their retreat to Boston after the battle of Lexington and Concord. See more..
   
9. 4.5 Verrill Farm (97 reviews)
   - Delicious Farm to Table Dinner 7/27/22
   Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Farms
   
   
   We attended the 3 course Farm to Table dinner outside under a tent at Verrill Farms on Wednesday night. Appetizers were beautifully presented and delicious, followed by 5-6 dishes for the main meal and a fabulous fresh lemon and blueberry dessert. There was a cash bar with several choices of wine and beer as well as a live music throughout the meal. It was a really fun and different evening out, and we learned some great facts about the farm! See more..
   
10. 4.0 Ralph Waldo Emerson House (89 reviews)
    - Writer’s House
    Historic Sites
    
    
    The house was closed to the public due to covid, but you are able to look at the house And admire the grounds from behind the white picket fence. We wish we could have gone in but from the outside , the house is your typical looking Colonial house. There is nothing fancy about it. It was just cool to see the homestead of such an influential writer. See more..
    
11. 4.0 Thoreau House (51 reviews)
    - History was made here
    Historic Sites
    
    
    A replica of the house Thoreau lived in for his two-year sojourn at Walden Pond. See more..
    
12. 4.5 The Wayside (42 reviews)
    - Louisa May Alcott's inspiration for "Little Women"
    Historic Sites
    
    
    It was built before the Revolutionary War like many homes and inns in the Concord area. The inhabitants saw the British troops passing on their way to battle. It was occupied and visited by many classic literary authors. It was even an Underground Railroad safe house during the time that Louisa May Alcott lived in it. Her book was about the years when her family lived in this house. It's truly a historical landmark that you must see when in Concord. We didn't get to tour the house because I believe it's by appointment only. We did get the history of it through our tour guide, so we didn't feel like we missed too much. It was nice just to see it in person. See more..
    
13. 4.5 Concord Free Public Library (41 reviews)
    - Special Collections
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Libraries
    
    
    I spent a few days perusing their collection of Alcott holdings. The general part of the library is very quaint and the perfect place to rest and read. See more..
    
14. 4.5 Concord River (36 reviews)
    - Relaxing paddle on Concord River
    Bodies of Water
    
    
    This 10-mile waterway was made famous by Henry David Thoreau. See more..
    
15. 4.5 Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (33 reviews)
    - Beautiful Location for a Nature Hike
    Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    I hiked here on my recent trip to Concord. I hiked the dike trail and it was a gorgeous day! If you go early in the day, you're more likely to see a variety of birds. The trail is mostly flat, although there is a small segment that goes through the woods. There is a nominal fee at the parking lot (think it was $4) but it wasn't very crowded when I arrived and only saw 5 or 6 people while there. I highly recommend this trail and will definitely visit again next time I'm in the area. See more..
    
16. 4.0 The Robbins House (20 reviews)
    - An important part of history
    Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour History Museums
    
    
    In Concord, this is flat out a must see. So much history is in this little house and the knowledgeable staff made it meaningful. I asked several questions and the staff answered all with ease. The history was fascinating and a much needed chapter to American history. SO glad this history is not only preserved but well-presented. Don’t miss this place. See more..
    
17. 4.0 Monument Square (16 reviews)
    - Center of town
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Nice walk-able area, lots to see. Its was in the 40's for February so we walked the town and were impressed. See more..
    
18. 4.5 The Umbrella Arts Center (14 reviews)
    - Great art, people and plays!
    Theatre & Performances
    
    
    A program-rich, multifunction non-profit arts center (formerly Emerson Umbrella) dedicated to enriching lives and building a vibrant arts community throughout the greater Boston Metrowest region. We inspire creativity, learning, and personal growth through youth and adult arts education programs, performing arts, visual art exhibits and galleries, environmental art, and community collaborations, festivals, and public art. We offer: • Studio space for more than 50 artists • Arts classes and workshops in multiple media • Gallery exhibition space • Outdoor space for sculpture and Big Art • Community arts initiatives, including the Musketaquid Arts & Environment program • Multiple performance spaces for all disciplines. Following a major renovation in 2017-2019, programs are housed in our completely renovated arts complex in the historic Emerson School building at 40 Stow Street, in the heart of the Concord Center Cultural District. See more..
    
19. 4.5 Emerson-Thoreau Amble (11 reviews)
    - Thoreau's Paradise
    Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails
    
    
    Walden Pond is a serene scenic area where Ralph Waldo Emerson reflected in thought and Henry David Thoreau lived in a small cabin for a little over two years taking copious notes on his interactions with nature and the locals who visited him on a regular basis. For Thoreau it was an experiment with nature and we are the beneficiary of his work "Walden". The park service has located the actual site (there is a stone marker) where the cabin was built in the 1800's and have built a replica near the entrance for all to explore. The pond has a path around the circumference that you can walk and enjoy just like Henry and Ralph did in their day. If you want maximum intellectual and emotional impact read "Walden" before or just after the visit. And for the bigger picture read Ralph's "Nature". See more..
    
20. 4.5 Thoreauly Antiques (10 reviews)
    - Pleasant Shopping Experience
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Antique Shops
    
    
    It was our pleasure to peruse through Thoreauly Antiques while visiting in Concord today. There is plenty to see in this little shop with books and clothing and jewelry, photos, frames, musical instruments and china among the many things on display. You are asked to use the hand sanitizer upon entering, and then keeping your mask on, you can walk around the store and look at all the items at a leisurely pace. I found a couple of books that I wanted and my wife found some items that she wanted. It is one of those shops that if you lived in the area, you would go back to time and again. The downtown area of Concord is a very pleasant place to shop and walk with food places and even a hardware store. We are glad to have experienced Thoreauly Antiques. See more..
    
21. 4.5 Hapgood Wright Town Forest (9 reviews)
    - Concord Town Forest since 1687 !
    Forests
    
    
    Hapgood Wright, a town resident in the Colonial Era, left this land to the town of Concord ( which was settled in 1636 !) for use as a town forest in perpetuity. There are hiking trails in the woods, great scenery,many varieties of plant life and trees…lots of birds and we saw a giant snapping turtle. Its only a few thousand feet from Walden Woods where famous Walden Pond is located…..a "pond" which is 3200 feet long, and 107 feet deep, and which has Jelly Fish ! I know, I thought they were only in the ocean too ! See more..
    
22. 4.5 Debra's Natural Gourmet (8 reviews)
    - Debra;s Natural Gourmet
    Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM Speciality & Gift Shops
    Debra;s Natural Gourmet in Concord MA is AMAZING! I've been shopping here for 15 years. They stock many different organic products as the lunch counter where they prepare fresh soup, sandwiches and pizza, If you are looking for Healthy, Hearty, Organic Foods this is a Fantastic Shopping Experience. The owners are very well informed on all aspects of nutrition and will help you to find what you're looking for. The store is clean and well stocked with reasonable prices. Great selection of grains, beans, meats, baked goods and spices. Highly Recommend. See more..
    
23. 4.5 Concord Airport Taxi (7 reviews)
    - Great Car service company
    Wednesday: 3:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Taxis & Shuttles
    
    
    Concord airport taxi is a taxi company proving service in all over Concord area and Concord to Boston Logan International airport. It is operating its business since 2014 since a very good reputation. All of our taxi drivers are very much punctual and dedicated for the service that you deserve from them. They will never be late for your destination to Logan airport and you will have no tension about time once you book your ride through us. See more..
    
24. 4.5 Gräem Nuts and Chocolate (7 reviews)
    - So much to chose from, so little time!
    Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    If you're a chocolate & nut lover this is the place for you! I purchased the chocolate covered pineapple and it was fabulous. We had bought fudge at Pilgrim Plantation in Plymouth or we would have stocked ups on it. See more..