- Our list of the best things to do in Amherst, Massachusetts, features the top 138 nearby activities — including 60 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Amherst, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Amherst, MA , followed by 117 popular activities in nearby cities, including Springfield, Northampton, Holyoke, Shelburne Falls, West Springfield, Deerfield, Greenfield, Westfield, Agawam, Charlemont, Ashfield and Chicopee
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27.2 Miles
Visitors can learn about the history of the Enfield community at the Enfield Historical Society Inc. The society operates the Old Town Hall Museum, the Wallop School Museum, and the Martha A. Parsons House Museum.
28.0 Miles
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1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566
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Old Sturbridge Village is a recreation of the rural New England area between 1790 to 1830. Featuring guides in costumes, the village is educational and informative and runs programs tailored to children.
28.0 Miles
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197 Leadmine Road, Sturbridge, MA 1518
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Consisting of 84 acres of land, Heins Farm Conservation Area Trail System has three trails for visitors to hike on. The trails lead visitors through the surrounding grassland. In total, the trails are about 5 miles long.
28.3 Miles
Located one the shore of the Connecticut River, the Kings Island Boat Launch offers a scenic spot to embark on a river trip. The boat launch features basic amenities like rest room facilities, and has a nearby hiking trail.
28.4 Miles
Sturbridge's Hayloft Steppers is a square dance club that features a floating floor, a wooden surface supported by cushioning to make it easy on dancers' feet. The club also offers square dance lessons, and is available for rent for events.
28.8 Miles
The Cinemagic Stadium Theater is a movie theater that is fitted with full stadium seating and digital presentation in all theaters. Other amenities include a ticketing kiosk and access to assisted listening devices.
29.5 Miles
A loop trail through the wilderness, Tantiusques is a moderate hiking challenge that stretches about one and a half miles. The trail leads past an old lead mine that was originally used by Native Americans, and subsequently by European settlers.
29.6 Miles
Located alongside the Deerfield River, the Zoar Picnic Area is a popular location often visited by nature lovers. The area contains many benches, picnic tables, and grills, providing the facilities needed for a fun and relaxing picnic in the park.
30.8 Miles
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Breakneck Rd and Old Mashapaug Rd, Sturbridge, MA 01550
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Situated along Westville Lake, Westville Recreation Area offers boat launches, trails, open grassy areas, picnic tables and grills. The area is suitable for hiking, mountain biking, birding, cross-country skiing, fishing, boating and ice skating.
31.7 Miles
Fort Dummer State Park is a 217 acre state park overlooking the site of Fort Dummer. The park is populated by forest land, and features several hiking trails as well as a campground.