Explore Massachusetts from Ocean to Mountains

History, coastlines and culture

Explore major historic landmarks, embrace diverse culture and see stunning natural scenery. Here, you can see 47 active lighthouses, tour iconic museums and watch a game at the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. Outdoor excursions include treetop adventures, fall foliage viewing, winter sports and epic beach days.

Highlights

Soak in coastal beauty

Discover beautiful beaches, vast dunes and historic lighthouses on Cape Cod and beyond.

Retrace history

Explore colonial-era villages, visit museums and enjoy immersive reenactments from history experts.

Enjoy art and entertainment

Tour the USA’s largest contemporary art museum and enjoy open-air concerts and top-notch theater.

From revolution to recreation

History Comes alive

Explore Revolutionary War sites like the Paul Revere House and more on the Freedom Trail.
Visit the homes of notable authors in Concord and important battlefields in nearby Lexington.
See where the Pilgrims first made landfall and travel back in time at reenactments.

Open-Air Excitement

Embark on epic whale watching expeditions from Gloucester, Boston, Provincetown and more.
Take a tour or catch a game at the oldest MLB baseball stadium in the USA, home of the Boston Red Sox.
See summer music festivals and orchestral performances in the beautiful Berkshire Hills.

Cultural Icons

See the stunning collection of this museum’s namesake, tour ornate gardens and learn the story of a famed 1990 heist.
In Stockbridge, find the world’s largest collection of original Norman Rockwell art.
This Boston museum shares the life and legacy of John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the USA.