4 Star Places To Visit in Massachusetts, United States (50)

1. 4.5 Freedom Trail (17.7k reviews)
   - Amazing Boston Freedom Trail
   Spent 2-3 hours Historic Walking Areas
   
   
   Learn about early Boston and U.S. history on this 2.5-mile-long trail that passes through 16 historic locations. Look out for the brick markers—starting in downtown Boston, crossing through the North End, and finishing at the famous Bunker Hill Monument in neighboring Charlestown. You'll pass by notable stops like Faneuil Hall, the Paul Revere House, and the USS Constitution frigate. You can embark on the Freedom Trail for free and at your own pace, but audio guides and guided tours are also available. The trail is lined with lots of cool cafes and restaurants for you to fuel up along the way. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
2. 4.5 Fenway Park (17.1k reviews)
   - A must do for any baseball fan, but still great for non-fans as well.
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Arenas & Stadiums
   
   
   Hallowed ground to baseball fans, this century-old ballpark is the home field of the Boston Red Sox. Fans often flock to Fenway Park to catch a game over beer and hot dogs—the game season typically runs from April through October. You might want to stay till at least the eighth inning to sing “Sweet Caroline” with the crowd. The stadium is also home to the iconic Green Monster wall, a 37-foot-tall left-field wall. Apart from games, you can join a year-round guided tour of the stadium to learn about the history of the sport and the team, as well as get a behind-the-scenes peek into the locker room. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
3. 4.5 Boston Public Garden (9.939 reviews)
   - Beautiful Manicured
   Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Gardens
   
   
   This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden. See more..
   
4. 4.0 Faneuil Hall Marketplace (7.791 reviews)
   - Very nice and crowded as usual
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls
   
   
   Located in the heart of downtown Boston, this bustling complex of novelty carts, distinctive shops, national chain stores, performers, food stands and restaurants brought new life to a historic meeting place. See more..
   
5. 4.5 North End (7.225 reviews)
   - Definitely worth a visit
   Spent 1-2 hours Neighborhoods
   
   
   Boston's Little Italy is the city’s oldest neighborhood, famous for its Italian restaurants and pastry shops, and centuries-old architecture. Stroll around this Italian American enclave to discover its narrow, cobbled alleys and iconic streets like Hanover Street. The best way to taste some of the fantastic food here is by joining a walking food tour. Or book yourself on a history tour to learn about the significance of landmarks like Paul Revere's house and the Old North Church. The North End is also part of the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile path that retraces the early history of the United States across 16 significant locations. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
6. 4.5 Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum (6.597 reviews) from $32.00
   - I solemnly swear that I was not there.
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Ships • History Museums
   
   
   The Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum is a history lesson you won’t forget. Relive the event that started the American Revolution with historical interpreters, interactive exhibits, and full-scale replicas of 18th-century sailing vessels. Join a town meeting, hang out with talking portraits, and take part in the tradition of tossing tea into the harbor. Then, enjoy a spot of afternoon tea in Abigail’s Tea Room or visit the gift shop for some souvenirs. Entry to the museum is on a first come, first-served basis, so join the line early. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
7. 4.5 Boston Common (6.505 reviews)
   - So Much History!
   Spent 2-3 hours Parks
   
   
   Whether it's a summer picnic in the grass or winter ice-skating on Frog Pond, Boston's oldest public park is the perfect escape from the bustle of the city. See more..
   
8. 4.0 New England Aquarium (5.775 reviews)
   - A Great Aquarium!
   Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Aquariums
   
   
   As a global center for ocean exploration and marine conservation, New England Aquarium is a great place for adults and kids alike to meet amazing sea creatures and learn more about our oceans. Here, you can touch sharks and rays at the Touch Tank, watch northern seals play at the Marine Mammal Center, and say hello to Myrtle the turtle at the four-story high Giant Ocean Tank. Be sure to join the Whale Watch too, which will take you out by boat to Boston Harbor to spot wild whales jumping out of the Atlantic Ocean. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
9. 4.5 Boston Public Library (4.069 reviews)
   - Gorgeous building
   Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Libraries
   
   
   The main branch of the Boston Public Library opened in 1852 as the first free, publicly-funded municipal library in America. The library, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses over 20 million items. Enjoy a free tour of the building to learn about its history and marvel at the treasured artworks and architecture that spans three centuries. After that, sit back for a cup of tea in one the library’s tea lounges. When you're done, go shopping or check out the restaurants in Back Bay, the busy district where the library is located. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
10. 4.5 John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library (3.974 reviews)
    - A Must-see Museum when visiting Boston
    Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Libraries • History Museums
    
    
    Relive the Kennedy era in this dynamic combination museum and library, where your visit starts with a short film and then leaves you on your own to explore a series of fascinating exhibits, including the Kennedy-Nixon debate, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the space program, 1960s campaign paraphernalia and displays about Jacqueline and other Kennedy family members. The striking, I.M. Pei-designed building overlooks the water and the Boston skyline. See more..
    
11. 4.5 USS Constitution Museum (3.644 reviews)
    - Fun Piece of History
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
    
    
    At the USS Constitution Museum you don't just learn about history, you EXPERIENCE it! Furl a a sail, fire a cannon, and scrub the decks to learn what life was like at sea over 200 years ago. Located across from the ship in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard. The Museum is private non-profit Museum and is operated separately from USS Constitution (the Ship). See more..
    
12. 4.5 Quincy Market (3.606 reviews)
    - Foodies Paradise…history meets sustinence
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas • Shopping Malls
    
    
    This historic Boston market has been around since 1826, and today has over a hundred pushcarts, shops, restaurants, and food court stops. Across the three market buildings (Quincy Market, South Market and North Market), you can find interesting coffees, artisanal bread, fresh seafood and of course, the Boston favorites: lobster rolls, clam chowder and Boston cream pie. Learn more about its history on a free guided tour by the city, or along with other historic sites in Boston on a walking tour. Located along the Freedom Trail, make a stop on the way to the New England Aquarium, Beacon Hill, and the Museum of Fine Arts. – Tripadvisor See more..
    
13. 4.5 Museum of Science (3.339 reviews)
    - As good as I remembered
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Science Museums
    
    
    The Museum of Science features over 700 interactive and informative exhibits centering around math, engineering, biodiversity, and more. Watch educational shows and live presentations at the Charles Hayden Planetarium, and cool 4D movies at the Mugar Omni Theater, the only domed IMAX screen in New England. Tickets to the museum include access to films and planetarium shows at a discounted rate. The museum is the departure point of the Boston Duck Tour—combine your museum visit with a cruise along the Charles River to enjoy the city’s best sights. – Tripadvisor See more..
    
14. 4.5 Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (3.245 reviews)
    - A must when visiting Boston
    Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens • Art Museums
    
    
    A Venetian palace in the middle of Boston, Gardner's home is now a museum displaying her impressive, eclectic collection of European, American and Asian art, including sculpture, paintings, furniture, ceramics and textiles. Visitors can stroll or rest in a spectacular skylit courtyard filled with plants and flowers. See more..
    
15. 4.5 Harvard University (3.164 reviews)
    - Love it
    Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Universities & Schools
    
    
    Founded in 1636, Harvard is America's oldest institute of higher learning and one of the country's most prestigious universities. Among the illustrious alumni are civil rights leader W.E.B. Du Bois, philosopher Henry David Thoreau, writer Gertrude Stein, composer Leonard Bernstein, cellist Yo Yo Ma and seven U.S. presidents. See more..
    
16. 4.5 Old North Church & Historic Site (3.098 reviews)
    - One by land two by sea
    Sunday: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
    
    
    Built in 1723, Old North Church is Boston’s oldest surviving church building and an icon of the American Revolution. Old North is famous for the events of April 18, 1775, when allies of Paul Revere secretly climbed the steeple and held high two lanterns as a signal that British forces were marching to Lexington and Concord by sea across the Charles River and not by land. This daring act ignited the Revolution. $5 admission includes a self-guided tour through the church, with staff available to answer questions. Visitors can also take add-on tours of the church's crypt, gallery, and bell ringing chamber for $5 each. Old North's beautiful campus is also home to two gift shops and the Printing Office of Edes & Gill, which offers free colonial printing demonstrations. See more..
    
17. 4.5 The House of the Seven Gables (3.066 reviews)
    - Beautiful grounds and History
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    The House of the Seven Gables is open February through December, please visit 7gables.org for opening hours and days as they vary seasonally. Visitors will have the option to enjoy a grounds pass or a guided tour[link to: https://7gables.org/tickets]. Advance reservations are required for both of these experiences. PLEASE NOTE: The grounds pass does not include access to the interior of Turner-Ingersoll Mansion a.k.a The House of the Seven Gables. The only way to access the interior of the mansion is with a guided tour. Notes for your visit: Tickets are available on a rolling basis. We do not have release dates in advance. All purchases are non-refundable. Face masks are required for all visitors ONLY in the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion, regardless of vaccination status. Visitors are required to comply with all site rules or will be asked to leave without a refund. The Museum Store will be open during operating days and hours. See more..
    
18. 4.5 Plimoth Patuxet Museums (2.571 reviews) from $32.00
    - Don't miss this!
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
    
    
    Plimoth Patuxet Museums is a internationally known living history museum located south of Boston in the picutresque seaside town of Plymouth, Massachusetts, known for telling America's Founding Story with accuracy and vibrancy. It's a journey 400 years back in time! Guests are living history at the museums three exhibit locations - - Plimoth Patuxet (Patuxet Homesite, 17th-Century English Village, Craft Center, Davis Gallery Exhibit featuring We Gather Together - 400th anniversary of Thanksgiving and History in a New Light: Illuminating the Archaeology of Historic Patuxet and Plymouth". - The Mayflower II (National Register of Historic Places) docked at Plymouth Harbor. Climb aboard and experience what the 1620 crossing was like for the Pilgrims, - and the Plimoth Grist Mill a working reproduction set in the original 1636 location. Spend all day exploring or choose to visit Plimoth Patuxet today and the Mayflower and the mill on your way back from Cape Cod & the Islands. See more..
    
19. 4.5 New England Holocaust Memorial (2.546 reviews)
    - Very Interesting Memorial
    Monuments & Statues • History Museums
    
    
    The six glass towers of this striking memorial serve to represent the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, six main Nazi death camps and the candles on a menorah. See more..
    
20. 4.5 Samuel Adams Brewery (2.528 reviews)
    - Got to be done...
    Sunday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Breweries
    
    
    Visit us at the Sam Adams Boston Brewery! Join one of our experiences to learn about the brew process of our R&D brewhouse or dive into exclusive barrel-aged beers paired with local cheese. Our Beer Garden and Taproom feature a constant rotation of limited-release beers and events like weekly trivia and live music. See more..
    
21. 4.5 Norman Rockwell Museum (2.526 reviews)
    - A MUST SEE if you're in the area!
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums
    
    
    Founded in 1969, this museum has the world's largest and most significant collection of Rockwell drawings and paintings. See more..
    
22. 4.5 Newbury Street (2.498 reviews)
    - Old Boston street has new city vibe with eats, arts, and boutiques!
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Boston's chic shopping address mixes elegant boutiques with funky salons and trendy galleries. See more..
    
23. 4.5 USS Constitution (2.403 reviews)
    - A great piece of history in Boston
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ships
    
    
    Such a cool piece of history alive in Boston. The ship is huge and there are so many things to see on board. Even navy sailors are on board to answer questions. The boat is free and the museum has a suggested donation entrance fee of $10+. The museum was super interactive for children and even kept my 16 yr old brother entertained! Overall, so much information and a great part of history to learn about in Boston. See more..
    
24. 4.5 Beacon Hill (2.396 reviews)
    - Picturesque streets to stroll
    Spent 2-3 hours Neighborhoods
    
    
    The famous Boston Brahmin neighborhood of red brick sidewalks, cobblestoned streets, elegant townhouses and gas street lamps. See more..
    
25. 4.5 Commercial Street (2.308 reviews)
    - People watching
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Stroll along Provincetown’s main street and browse the countless shops amid Cape Cod's historic architecture. Take your time to visit the art galleries, discover the quaint cafes and hunt for souvenirs. The 3-mile-long street is predominantly residential toward its eastern end, so head to the westernmost edge around the town’s marina to people watch, hang out with your friends, and shop. At night, you can keep the fun going at one of the area’s many bars and clubs. The area attracts many LGBTQIA travelers year-round. – Tripadvisor See more..
    
26. 4.5 Peabody Essex Museum (2.102 reviews)
    - Wonderful Halloween Visit
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums
    
    
    Experience art and culture from New England and around the world at one of the region’s largest art museums. Explore the museum’s vast collections and changing exhibitions, ranging from modern art to photography to Asian art and culture. The museum campus features numerous parks, period gardens, and 24 historic properties, including Yin Yu Tang, the only example of Chinese vernacular architecture on display in the United States. See more..
    
27. 4.5 Salem Witch Trials Memorial (2.036 reviews)
    - Beautiful Memorial
    Parks
    
    
    Each of this park's 20 stone benches represents a person executed in the infamous 1692 witch trials. See more..
    
28. 4.5 Bunker Hill Monument (1.900 reviews)
    - Terrific Monument and Museum
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues
    
    
    This 220-foot granite tower commemorates the Patriots' undaunted bravery in defeat at the 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill. See more..
    
29. 4.5 Waterfront (1.840 reviews)
    - Just beautiful
    Neighborhoods
    
    
    Boston has a fabulous location being at the mouth of Charles river joining the Atlantic at the Boston Bay. Therefore, it's entirely encircled by water. City planners did a great job, as there're many open spaces to walk in between the central high rises. Another perspective of this beautiful city is taking a boat tour or water taxi which is more economical, where you'll capture terrific views from the bay. See more..
    
30. 4.5 Granary Burying Ground (1.660 reviews)
    - Worth the Visit
    Historic Sites • Cemeteries
    
    
    The burial ground for famous American patriots like Paul Revere, John Hancock and Sam Adams, is also the final resting place for Mother Goose. See more..
    
31. 4.5 Whaling Museum (1.652 reviews)
    - A Must-Visit Venue to Appreciate Nantucket
    Sunday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums
    
    
    The Whaling Museum, operated by the Nantucket Historical Association (founded in 1894), is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Featuring permanent and rotating exhibitions in 9 premium galleries, with over a thousand works of art, artifacts and treasures on display, it tells the Island's facinating stories over 4 centuries. Numerous daily programs by our interpreters, childrens' activities in the Discovery Center and intimate spotlight tours compliment the visit. The museum is home to a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a massive Fresnel lens, a restored 1847 candle factory and a relaxing, fully-accessible rooftop deck offers stunning views of Nantucket harbor. Maximize your visit by going to our 9 historic homes and sites which are open to the public. See more..
    
32. 4.5 Old Burying Point Cemetery (1.538 reviews)
    - Fascinating Engravings
    Cemeteries
    
    
    Salem’s oldest cemetery, founded in 1637, and final resting place for several notable Salem residents. Located directly behind this cemetery is the Witch Trials Memorial. The cemetery is currently closed for restoration work. See more..
    
33. 4.5 Race Point Beach (1.527 reviews)
    - Beautiful National Seashore beach
    Beaches
    
    
    Relax on sandy shores and hike dunes and grassland at this beautiful coastal stretch on the tip of Cape Cod. Spot seals sunbathing on the sandbars off the coast, and book a boat tour during the summer and fall months to see the whales that migrate through the area. Later in the day, head to the westernmost end of the beach to see the 200-year-old Race Point Lighthouse during sunset—in summer, the sun disappears right behind the lighthouse. There is ample parking nearby, and also restaurants and cafes in the area. – Tripadvisor See more..
    
34. 4.5 Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum (1.499 reviews)
    - A must see in Provincetown
    Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Monuments & Statues
    
    
    This monument commemorates the Pilgrim's first landing in Provincetown (not Plymouth), where they conceived, wrote and committed to the Mayflower Compact - the foundational document for the democracy America enjoys today. The Monument is the tallest all-granite structure in the U.S. rising 353 feet above sea level, and at the top, visitors are provided the most spectacular view of Cape Cod.In addition to the MOnument, the Provincetown Museum presents the unique cultural heritage of this historic town with special exhibitions and permanent displays.The Monument and Museum has ample parking, is open daily from APril 1st through November 30, and NEW this year - a food concession call the "Shallop Cafe" where visitors can enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking Provincetown and the Bay. See more..
    
35. 4.5 Old Sturbridge Village (1.448 reviews)
    - Fun and informative - a bit pricey though
    Sunday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Educational sites • History Museums
    
    
    A recreated New England village, with authentic period buildings, provides vistors with an intimate view of life in the early 1800s. See more..
    
36. 4.0 Harvard Square (1.413 reviews)
    - The heart of Cambridge
    Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Welcome to Harvard Square Each year, over 8 million men, women and children visit Harvard Square. Visitors come for a variety of reasons; this is a place of history, of books, of ideas, and of learning. It is a place of bookstores and coffee houses, of fine dining and eclectic shopping. It is a place of folk music and old theaters, of Cuban ballet and world-class music, of street-performers and award-winning pizza, of public discourse, and public art. Whatever brings you here, we welcome you and hope you enjoy your stay. See more..
    
37. 4.5 TD Garden (1.408 reviews)
    - Great venue for sport, so long as you don't want a drink or use the restroom
    Spent More than 3 hours Arenas & Stadiums • Civic Centres
    
    
    As New England’s largest sports and entertainment arena, TD Garden is the home of the storied NHL’s Boston Bruins and NBA’s Boston Celtics franchises and hosts over 3.5 million people a year at its world-renowned concerts, sporting events, family shows, wrestling, and ice shows. See more..
    
38. 4.5 Old State House (1.397 reviews)
    - Beautiful historic house among high rises
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • History Museums • Government Buildings
    
    
    Relive the drama and excitement of the American Revolution with fun and engaging programs and tours, interactive exhibits, beautifully restored period rooms and unsurpassed 18th century treasures. Celebrating 300 years as America's oldest and most historic colonial building, the Old State House is now Boston's Revolutionary Museum. Visit us at the heart of the Freedom Trail and only steps away from Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market and the New England Aquarium. See more..
    
39. 4.0 Mayflower II (1.289 reviews) from $32.00
    - Great Piece of History
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    Climb aboard the Mayflower II to share the experience of the Mayflower Pilgrims in 1620 when the Pilgrims crossed from England to America. A gift from the U.K. to the U.S. in 1957 for their friendship during the Second World War, this boat is a full-scale reproduction of the real Mayflower that sailed the Atlantic Ocean for 66 days. Here, you can enjoy the captain’s quarters, gallery and even below deck, lead by the boat’s handy guides. Entrance to the boat can be bought alongside other local attractions like the Plimoth Grist Mill. – Tripadvisor See more..
    
40. 4.5 Harvard Museum of Natural History (1.202 reviews)
    - What an unexpectedly amazing place!
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Natural History Museums
    
    
    Please see our visit page for our "Know, Show, Go" Covid-19 policies: https://hmsc.harvard.edu/visit. At the Harvard Museum of Natural History, just steps away from the historic Harvard Yard, you can witness the amazing artistry of the celebrated Blaschka glass flowers & sea creature collections, roar with the Siberian tiger, buzz with honeybees, find your birthstone gem, and go back in time in Romer Hall, home of the famous 42-foot Kronosaurus. The Harvard Museum of Natural History is the most-visited attraction at Harvard—for its incomparable collections based on the research of scientists across the University, and its ongoing exhibitions like Climate Change, The Rockefeller Beetles, Birds of the World, Marine Life, and more. The Harvard Museum of Natural History’s mission is to enhance public understanding and appreciation of the natural world and the human place in it, sparking curiosity and a spirit of discovery in people of all ages. See more..
    
41. 4.0 John F Kennedy Hyannis Museum (1.201 reviews)
    - Greg & Kat’s John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum.
    Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
    
    
    The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum Foundation preserves and promotes the legacy of President Kennedy, his family, and their deep connection to Cape Cod. The JFK Hyannis Museum has three multimedia exhibits designed to open a window on the days JFK spent on Cape Cod; days relaxing with family, days as President of the United Sates when the Cape provided a time to relax and be reinvigorated and days spent sailing on the ocean to which he was so constantly drawn. The Museum's exhibits feature videos, photographs, art and artifacts relating to John F. Kennedy, his family, his friends and the Cape Cod he so dearly loved. Special exhibits and special events change, so please check our website for last minute information and hours we are open. See more..
    
42. 4.0 Witch House (1.175 reviews)
    - COOL!!!
    History Museums
    
    
    The only remaining Salem structure with direct ties to the witch trials of 1692. See more..
    
43. 4.0 Main Street Hyannis (1.158 reviews)
    - A pleasant place to visit
    Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    My second visit to these area. I love the convenience of being able to walk from my hotel to main street. Also the hotel i stayed back yard faces where sometimes the community have musical programs so thats a plus. When we went it was the week where on each block they were independent singers on the blocks singing. See more..
    
44. 4.0 Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery (1.086 reviews)
    - Bucket List!
    Monuments & Statues
    
    
    I had always wanted to see the Samantha from Bewitched statue (just like the Andy Griffith statue in Mt. Airy, NC and Glen Frey statue in Winslow, AZ) just to have the photo opt and mark it off my Bucket List. The statue is about 9 feet tall and is in the middle of town. The first time we went by while riding the trolley, there were several people getting pictures and selfies with "Sam"; however, when we walked up to the statue later, we were the only ones there for that moment. Grab a selfie, read the nice plaque on the ground from TV Land, twitch your nose (or hers!) and be on your way. Such a cute statue depicting America's favorite witch! See more..
    
45. 4.5 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (1.058 reviews)
    - Beautiful walk & visitor friendly campus
    Educational sites
    
    
    One of the world's leading educational institutions, with an emphasis on math and sciences, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is located on the banks of the Charles River. The M.I.T. campus includes many modern buildings designed by famous architects and is worth exploring. See more..
    
46. 4.5 Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery (1.020 reviews)
    - Life-size figures
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
    
    
    WE HAVE MOVED to 217 Essex Street in Salem! This cinematic Monster museum is one of Salem's most unique and sometimes overlooked attractions! If you enjoy monsters, don't miss this attraction! This museum is dedicated to all those who have entertained us in the world of Horror, Fantasy and Sci-Fi! Actors, directors and special effects wizards of the past and present are all honored here with over 60 realistic and life-sized recreations of the horror's genre's most memorable characters. With NEW yearly additions the monsters are quite calm and won't move at all. See you soon!!! Be sure to CHECK OUR CALENDAR on our site for times to best enjoy your visit! See more..
    
47. 4.5 The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home (1.013 reviews)
    - Wonderful visit to learn about this interesting author.
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home is an historic house museum and vibrant cultural center located in the heart of the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Take a tour of the mansion Edith Wharton designed and where she wrote The House of Mirth and Ethan Frome. Book online at EdithWharton.org. See more..
    
48. 4.5 Herring Cove Beach (966 reviews)
    - Wonderful bayside beach.
    Beaches
    
    
    Part of the Cape Cod National Seashore, Herring Cove is Provincetown's most popular beach. See more..
    
49. 4.5 MASS MoCA (959 reviews)
    - Exceptional Contemporary Art Mauseum
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Art Museums
    
    
    Housed on a restored 19th century factory campus, MASS MoCA is the largest center for contemporary visual and performing arts in the country. Open year round with full schedule of live events, changing exhibitions and Sol LeWitt Wall Drawing Retrospective. See more..
    
50. 4.5 Heritage Museums & Gardens (948 reviews)
    - Visit in mid July for the best hydrangeas ever!
    Temporarily closed - Closed until Apr 22, 2023 Speciality Museums
    
    
    Visit Our Beautiful Cape Cod Gardens & Museums Offering 100 Magnificent Acres, Family Fun, American Automobile Collection, & Museum Exhibits Within our peaceful confines you’ll find walking trails, outdoor discovery opportunities, gardens that invite lingering, and exhibits to expand your understanding of art and history. Heritage offers up-close experiences that can’t be found anywhere else. Play in Hidden Hollow or take a ride on the Carousel. See our gorgeous collection of vintage automobiles. It’s a place of joy and fun. It’s a place to make lasting memories. And it’s a place you’ll want to visit again and again. 100 Magnificent Acres, Family Fun, American Automobile Collection, & Museum Exhibits See more..