Things to do in Central Massachusetts

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Central Massachusetts
Central Massachusetts
Central Massachusetts
Central Massachusetts
Central Massachusetts

Central Massachusetts Attractions

If you're ready to discover the best of Central Massachusetts, sign up for one of the top tours & day trips on offer, and have a friendly guide show you some of the most popular landmarks. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {374 fun activities in Central Massachusetts fun activities in Central Massachusetts} are also worth checking out.

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Boston CityPASS: Admission to Top 4 Boston Attractions

Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

$84
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark

$45
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America's Most Beloved Ballpark
Harvard Guide leading a tour

Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

$23
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

$46
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket

$28
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Boston Admission Ticket
Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket

Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket

$44
per adult
Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket
The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small Group Boston Walking Tour

The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour

$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour
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Number of things to do
374
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Boston Highlights: Self‐Guided Walking Tour: $5
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What to do in Central Massachusetts

Things to Do in Central Massachusetts with Kids

There's fun for all the family in Central Massachusetts. Here are a few family friendly experiences to try together that are sure to make your vacation unforgettable:

 

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Stay near popular Central Massachusetts attractions

Union Station

8.2/5 (178 reviews)
Worcester’s picturesque transportation hub is also a popular tourist attraction with majestic architecture and a long history to learn about.
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Popular day trips from Central Massachusetts

An aerial view of a beach surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

Boxborough

Concord

Concord

Aerial entrance of Auburn courthouse with view of downtown buildings

Auburn

A town with a prominent church steeple, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a snow-covered landscape.

Shrewsbury

A panoramic view of a town with a central round building, surrounded by various buildings and a lake in the background.

Framingham

Autumn forest landscape over Cedar Brook on Old Sturbridge Village Road in Massachusetts

Fiskdale

A winter scene with a row of houses by a frozen lake, surrounded by trees.

Stow

Hudson historic town center aerial view including Unitarian Church Marlborough and Town Hall on Main Street in town of Hudson, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Marlborough

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Central Massachusetts on a sunny day?
What to do in Central Massachusetts on a rainy day?
There's no need to splish, splosh and splash your way through a wet day when there are plenty of fantastic indoor activities like these to try:


Are there cheap things to do in Central Massachusetts?
What can you do in Central Massachusetts for free?
You'll hardly have time to grab your wallet out of your pocket with so many great free things to do:

  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute
  • College of the Holy Cross
  • Clark University
  • Brimfield Antique Show

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