- TripBuzz found 183 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, New Hampshire, including 181 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Manchester, Nashua and Concord.
- From Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club to Joe English Reservation, the Amherst area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Tennis, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- Created from a land grant to soldiers in 1728, Amherst was settled around 1733 and enjoyed a population boom after World War II, largely due to its location an hour outside of Boston. The city contains Federal, Georgian and Greek Revival houses and buildings. Amherst also pays homage to its part in the Civil War, with monuments and other artifacts throughout the city.
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With 260 acres of land to explore, Breakheart Reservation offers visitors scenic views of hills, trees, rivers, lakes, and rock formations. In the summer, Pearce Lake has designated areas for fishing and swimming.
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A play center for children under 13, Monkey Joe's features inflatable play structures as well as an arcade with video and redemption games. The center offers party and event hosting, a toddler play area and a snack bar.
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A video game seller and arcade, Game Underground features a full line of video games and systems, from current generation systems to decades-old models and brands. The store also has an arcade with classic games, and hosts tournaments.
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Home of America's industrial revolution, Waltham Museum contains artifacts and exhibits from the first modern factory. Items on display include automobiles, cotton mill items, an Edison Gramophone, and watchmaker tools.
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Operated by the Arlington Historical Society, the Jason Russell House-Smith Museum are historical sites dating back to the late-18th century. The sites are filled with furnishings, artifacts, and exhibits that display the history of the local area.
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Offering hotel pickup, Boston Tours Day Tours takes visitors on tours of Boston's sightseeing highlights. The company's driving tours are guided by knowledgeable and professional drivers who offer information and anecdotes as the tour progresses.
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Home to diverse species of flora and plant life, Middlesex Fells Reservation offers trails for all levels of hikers. The trails cross through wetland, forests, ponds, creeks, and rock formations.
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Jason Street & Gray Street intersection, Arlington, MA 02474
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Perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, Menotomy Rocks Park provides for an array of recreational activities. A picturesque park with wooded trails, it is ideal for fishing, walking, hiking and wildlife/bird watching.
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One of the larger city parks in the area is Dean Park. It features an extensive children's playground, tennis courts, baseball/softball fields, a pond with ducks and geese, walking paths, and even several fountains.