Things to do in Worcester

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Worcester showing a park, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Worcester Central Business District
Elm Park featuring a bridge and a garden as well as a couple
Worcester Art Museum featuring art and interior views

Worcester Attractions

If you're searching for things to do in Worcester, get set to be busy. This buzzing city knows how to turn on the charm. No matter your interests, you'll be wowed by the selection of tourist attractions to sink your teeth into here. Keep reading to learn about some of the best of them.

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Heading to Worcester on a budget? The following can be experienced for nada.

Franklin D. Roosevelt American Heritage Center - Packed with intriguing objects and exhibits, this gallery is heaven for knowledge-hungry minds.

Green Hill Park - Allow time to play and add some extra fun to your trip here.

Salisbury Mansion - Roam around this historic attraction and discover a couple of secrets from yesteryear.

Goddard Rocket Launching Site - If you're eager to check out some of the more important or unique places in the community, this place is worth visiting.

Quinsigamond State Park - Appreciate the contrast between the big city and nature's rugged beauty at this special location.

Green Hill Park - Revitalize your mind and soul by spending a little time in nature.

Things to Do in Worcester with Kids

Heading away with the kids? There are lots of activities in Worcester that'll put wide smiles on little faces. Try these family friendly experiences:

 

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Union Station which includes a garden and a statue or sculpture

Union Station

4.5/5(41 reviews)

Worcester’s picturesque transportation hub is also a popular tourist attraction with majestic architecture and a long history to learn about.

Union Station
Worcester Art Museum which includes heritage architecture and signage

Worcester Art Museum

4.5/5(29 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Worcester Art Museum in Worcester. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Worcester Art Museum
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts featuring heritage elements, theater scenes and interior views

The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a dazzling musical or a dramatic play at this historic Worcester theater that attracts the biggest stars of the stage.

The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
Mechanics Hall showing a city and heritage architecture

Mechanics Hall

4/5(1 review)

Architectural elegance, excellent acoustics and a long history make this stunning Worcester music hall among the best in the country.

Mechanics Hall
Green Hill Park which includes a lake or waterhole

Green Hill Park

Enjoy a stop at Green Hill Park, an entertaining place to visit in Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Green Hill Park
Salisbury Mansion showing a house

Salisbury Mansion

Find out about the history of Worcester when you take a trip to Salisbury Mansion. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Salisbury Mansion
Elm Park featuring a bridge and a garden as well as a couple

Elm Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Elm Park, a lovely green space in Worcester. Experience the entertainment venues or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Elm Park
Worcester Historical Museum showing heritage elements

Worcester Historical Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Worcester Historical Museum during your trip to Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Worcester Historical Museum
Bancroft Tower which includes heritage architecture

Bancroft Tower

You can learn about the history of Worcester with a stop at Bancroft Tower. Experience the entertainment venues or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Bancroft Tower

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Worcester

Worcester Central Business District showing heritage architecture and a city

Worcester Central Business District

The second-largest city in Massachusetts is a lively hub of culture, with museums, theaters and galleries to explore between shopping and dining.

Worcester Central Business District
very cool space in old buick dealership. great flatbread pizza, great vibe.

Shrewsbury Street

Shrewsbury Street might not have many top sights, but Union Station and DCU Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Main South

Though Main South might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fitton Baseball Field and Fitton Field.

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Forest Grove

While Forest Grove isn't home to many top sights, Bancroft Tower and Elm Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Webster Square

Though Webster Square might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like John J. Binienda Memorial Beach and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts.

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Franklin Plantation

While Franklin Plantation isn't home to many top sights, Union Station and EcoTarium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Franklin Plantation
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