Things to do in Southeast Massachusetts

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Southeast Massachusetts showing fall colors, fishing and a river or creek
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Southeast Massachusetts Attractions

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Lyman Reserve - Give the kids a good time or unleash your own inner child — this place just screams fun.

Sandwich Town Hall - Feel like you've taken a step back in time while discovering the secrets of this historic site.

Onset Beach - Skim rocks across the water, catch a sunset or just enjoy the views from the foreshore.

Lyman Reserve - Whether you know your peonies from poppies, you'll no doubt find beauty in this picturesque display.

Things to Do in Southeast Massachusetts with Kids

Southeast Massachusetts is a great place for a family vacation. Take the little ones along and enjoy these fun family friendly experiences together:


 

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Nantucket Town

5/5(50 area reviews)

Discover the charm of Nantucket, a historic New England seaport town, with its museums like the Nantucket Whaling Museum and picturesque landscapes. Enjoy local shops, restaurants, and explore key localities such as Surfside and Siasconset.

Nantucket Town
Nantucket Ferry at Harbor in New England Aerial

Downtown Nantucket

If you're spending some time in Downtown Nantucket, Nantucket Atheneum and Whaling Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Nantucket
Edgartown Lighthouse and wildflowers at sunrise

Katama

While visiting Katama, you might make a stop by sights like South Beach and Norton Point Beach.

Katama
South Cape Beach State Park showing a sandy beach

New Seabury

Travelers like the museums in New Seabury, and South Cape Beach State Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

New Seabury
If you don't act like a seal, you can still swim at this iconic big-wave beach and avoid the great whites. #beaches

East Orleans

East Orleans is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nauset Beach and Cape Cod National Seashore.

East Orleans
Nice beach.

Bass River

4.5/5(116 area reviews)

Estuary village Bass River offers kiteboarding at West Dennis Beach, windsurfing at Kalmus Beach, and attractions like Marsh Island and Windmill Beach. Enjoy a round at Bass River Golf Course too!

Bass River

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southeast Massachusetts on a sunny day?
What to do in Southeast Massachusetts on a rainy day?
If it's pelting down during your visit, shake off your umbrella and have a go at one or two of these enticing indoor activities:


What is Southeast Massachusetts famous for?
Pack your camera and be wowed by these renowned sights:

  • Plymouth Rock
  • Pilgrim Monument
  • Mayflower II

What should I not miss in Southeast Massachusetts?
If you're eager to see the best of this place, add these sights to your schedule:

  • Plimoth Plantation
  • Herring Cove Beach
  • National Monument to the Forefathers
  • Nauset Lighthouse

Are there cheap things to do in Southeast Massachusetts?
What can you do in Southeast Massachusetts for free?
Your break in Southeast Massachusetts won't cost an arm and a leg with free attractions like these to keep you busy:

  • Herring Cove Beach
  • National Monument to the Forefathers
  • Nauset Lighthouse
  • Wrentham Village Premium Outlets