4 Star Places To Visit in Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States (11)

1. 4.5 Mount Tom State Reservation (106 reviews)
   - Beautiful Park Great Day Trip!
   State Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
   
   
   We drove out here mid October from Eastern Mass. The foliage was unbelievable in the park, full peak. We arrived and drove by Bray Lake on the left. There were restrooms that were open. We drove further into the park, plenty of hiking trails. We parked (playground by the hiking area) and went to Goat Peak Observation. Short hike up, pretty easy and the last 10 mins is more uphill but still easy. When you get to the top, go to the right, there is an overlook with great views of the town below. The go to the left up the stairs to the Fire Tower stairs with an even better view of what's around. Drove back to Bray Lake, parked there and walked in the woods, a little confusing on where the trails go but we figure it out for the most part. Nice hike through the woods. Good day here, nice views, good hikes. Next time we will come early and hike Mt. Tom. See more..
   
2. 4.0 Dinosaur Footprints (80 reviews)
   - Pretty remarkable site
   Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
   
   
   Imagine small herds of dinosaurs on the shore of a shallow tropical lake as you enjoy a real, up-close look at their fossilized prints, left in sandstone to spur our wonder. See more..
   
3. 4.5 Holyoke Children's Museum (78 reviews)
   - Great Kids Museum for a Couple Hours
   Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Children's Museums
   
   
   I took my 2 year old and 9 month old here while my wife was at a conference at UMass. It was a lovely place. Not super big but tons of stuff to keep kids interested. It was only about 20 minutes away from our hotel in Northampton. We were there for about 2 and a half hours and touched on every part of what they had to offer but my kids had a blast the whole time. See more..
   
4. 4.0 Holyoke Mall (55 reviews)
   - Mall Walking
   Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Shopping Malls
   
   
   Eat, Shop & Play at nearly 150 specialty shops, restaurants, entertainment destinations and department stores including Macy’s, Christmas Tree Shops, Target, Victoria’s Secret, Apple, DSW, H&M, Build A Bear Workshop, Loft, Round1 Bowling & Amusement, Altitude Trampoline Park, 110 Grill, Billy Beez indoor jungle-themed play park and more! With so much to choose from at Holyoke Mall, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. See more..
   
5. 4.5 Wistariahurst Museum (23 reviews)
   - Take the Tour and explore the gardens!
   Tuesday: Historic Sites
   
   
   My sister and I came to see the gardens but as soon as we entered the museum, the restored home of textile giant, William Skinner, we wanted to see more. We were warmly greeted by a docent who offered to take us on a tour. The admission was $7 per person and it was well worth it. Our docent was very knowledgeable and answered our many questions with very interesting facts and colorful examples. We spent over an hour on the tour and she took us to places that were roped off and that we would have missed without her guidance. After the tour, we went to the garden and were pleased to meet Toi Graham, a master gardener who spoke at one of our garden club meetings, working in the garden. (Wistariahurst uses the German spelling for Wisteria.) We discussed the plantings and toured the holding gardens as well as the main gardens. We had a wonderful visit, and learned much about Mr. Skinner, his textile business, his home, his family, and his gardens. We easily spent 3.5 hours there. See more..
   
6. 4.0 Holyoke Heritage State Park (18 reviews)
   - Hidden Gem in downtown
   State Parks • Parks
   
   
   Great spot to make the most of your lunchtime in nature while remaining downtown! This state park also has the famous Holyoke Merry-Go-Round carousel that was formerly located at the old Mountain Park Amusement Park. Go for a spin! The Holyoke Children's Museum and the Volleyball Hall of Fame are also located in the park! They have special events so check out their websites and enjoy a weekend here! See more..
   
7. 4.0 Billy Beez (13 reviews)
   - So much fun
   Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Game & Entertainment Centers
   
   
   The ultimate indoor play park for heart-pumping, family fun! Kids and kids-at-heart can run, jump, bounce, slide and climb their way to adventure! Adults are encouraged to play right alongside their kids, ensuring an unforgettable family experience. Create lasting memories as you race down our slides, climb through our jungles and explore together! See more..
   
8. 4.0 DementedFX (5 reviews)
   - Scary and fum
   Tuesday: Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
   
   
   The Number 1 Haunted Attraction in Massachusetts on TheScareFactor.com in 2018, DementedFX features 20,000 square feet of GIANT MONSTERS, HOLLYWOOD QUALITY SETS and PROPS, surrounded by HAIR RAISING SOUND DESIGN, and INTERACTIVE VIDEO that's sure to send you home with no voice... …and possibly needing a new pair of jeans. See more..
   
9. 4.0 The Holyoke Merry-Go-Round (5 reviews)
   - Fun for All
   Tuesday: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Game & Entertainment Centers
   
   
   I just love taking my preschooler to the carousel in Holyoke. It's such a lovely thing to do and I enjoy going for a ride myself! See more..
   
10. 4.0 Little Tom Mountain (5 reviews)
    - Great view
    Mountains
    
    
    Only a ten minute drive from downtown Holyoke, Little Tom Reservation lies within one of the state's most ecologically significant landscapes: the Mt. Tom Range. At present, it is only open for special programs. It will open officially to the public in 2012. See more..
    
11. 4.5 Holyoke Cannabis (4 reviews)
    - Great Experience Overall!
    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops
    
    
    An amazing place with great selection and customer service! A go-to Always! Really amazing staff and products See more..