The Top 20 Attractions in Massachusetts
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Massachusetts. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Massachusetts is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Old State House and Boston Massacre Site
Highlight • Historical Site
The Old State House in Boston, built in 1713, is an enduring symbol of colonial America. It witnessed the Boston Massacre in 1770, a pivotal event that escalated tensions leading …
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Boston Common
Highlight • Forest
America's oldest public park. It began as a common grazing ground for sheep and cattle. The Freedom Trail starts at the tourist office located at the Boston Common.
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Massachusetts State House
Highlight • Historical Site
The Massachusetts State House, located in Boston, is an iconic neoclassical building completed in 1798. Its gleaming gold dome is a symbol of the state's rich history and democracy. Inside, …
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Minuteman Bikeway
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The Minuteman Bikeway is a 10-mile paved rail-trail in Greater Boston, which follows the historic path of the 1775 American Revolution's beginnings. Stretching from Bedford to the Alewife Station in …
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Old South Meeting House
Highlight • Historical Site
The Old South Meeting House, constructed in 1729, is a historic Congregational church in Boston. It gained fame as the site of pivotal pre-Revolutionary events, such as the Boston Tea …
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U.S.S. Constitution
Highlight • Historical Site
Frigate of the United States Navy and the oldest seaworthy warship in the world and second oldest still in service after HMS Victory. One, if not the symbol of America's …
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Bunker Hill Monument
Highlight • Monument
The Bunker Hill Monument in Boston commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolution. Standing at 221 feet, it offers panoramic views of the city. Completed in 1843, …
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Lexington Battle Green
Highlight • Historical Site
The Lexington Battle Green, also known as Lexington Common, is a historic site in Lexington, Massachusetts. On April 19, 1775, this green was the site of the first armed conflict …
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Walden Pond
Highlight • Lake
Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts is a historic and natural landmark famously associated with author and philosopher Henry David Thoreau. In 1845, Thoreau lived in a small cabin by the …
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Quincy Market
Highlight • Historical Site
Surprisingly refreshing combination of a food market hall with the beautifully decorated historical building. Unexpected and definitely worth a look!
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Old North Church
Highlight • Religious Site
The Old North Church in Boston, built in 1723, is a symbol of American independence. Its lantern signal "One if by land, two if by sea" ignited the American Revolution. Today, it's a revered historic site and active Episcopal church.
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