History, coastlines and culture

Explore major historic landmarks, embrace diverse culture and take in stunning natural scenery. Walk Boston’s 2.5-mile Freedom Trail, which links 16 Revolution-era sites. Across the state, you’ll find more than 45 lighthouses, iconic museums and the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball. Outdoor adventures range from treetop excursions and fall foliage viewing to winter sports and epic beach days.

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 on the Freedom Trail and at the Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum.

  • 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.

Culinary Offerings

  • Lobster rolls, clam chowder and oysters are just some of the fresh seafood favorites to enjoy here.

  • From beachside stands and small-town parlors to idyllic dairy farms, taste the history of ice cream craftmanship across the state.

  • Sip inventive beers, small-batch meads and wines, award-winning spirits, artisanal ciders and locally roasted coffees.

Experiences

Hiking Mount Holyoke in Hadley, Massachusetts