Things to Do in Amherst, MA

  • 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
  • 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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37.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 40 Main St, Ste 1, Lee, MA 1238 MoreLess Info
Showcasing the paintings of various artists, Good Purpose Gallery offers fine art for its visitors to view and purchase. The gallery has a special program where part of its exhibits feature work from young adults with autism.
37.8 Miles
60% 5 votes
National & State Parks 149 Farms Village Rd, Rt 309, Simsbury, CT 06070 MoreLess Info
Featuring a beautiful, wooded park setting, Stratton Brook State Park offers year-round fun and activities. This includes fishing and swimming in the warmer months, and outdoor sports like skiing or ice skating in the winter.
37.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Farms & Ranches 90 Foster Street, South Windsor, CT 06074 MoreLess Info
The Foster Family Farm offers fieldtrips and private birthday events throughout most of the year. It is only open to the general public during the fall when it features two full-sized corn mazes, a family play yard, pumpkin patch, and a farm animal petting zoo.
37.9 Miles
83% 6 votes
Libraries 1 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA MoreLess Info
Located within the Pittsfield Public Library, the Herman Melville Memorial Room is a location dedicated to the memorial of the famous author. The room is filled with historical memorabilia, including first edition writings, manuscripts, and family letters.
37.9 Miles
100% 10 votes
Libraries 74 Church Street, North Adams, MA MoreLess Info
Rumored to be haunted, the picturesque and historic Blackinton Mansion (North Adams Public Library) is a fully functioning public library located in the restored Blackinton Mansion. The library hosts a variety of special events for the public.
38.0 Miles
83% 184 votes
Specialty Museums 39 South St (Rte 7), Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the rich and fascinating cultural history of the Berkshire Mountain region, the Berkshire Museum offers a diverse collection of media, art and other exhibits that make this beautiful area come alive.
38.0 Miles
97% 75 votes
Theaters 111 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Pittsfield's Colonial Theater is a performance venue and theater company that presents plays, musicals, concerts, recitals and a large variety of nationally-known guest talent. Reservations are required for most productions.
38.0 Miles
68% 19 votes
Specialty Museums North Adams, MA MoreLess Info
Historical Western Gateway Heritage State Park is a former railroad yard turned urban park. Artifacts, audio-visual presentation and restored buildings combine to offer visitors an engineering exhibit of the 19th century Hoosac Tunnel.
38.0 Miles
67% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 57 North Streeet, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
The Beacon Cinema features stadium seating so that all visitors will enjoy great views of the latest Hollywood flicks. Though small, it offers a cozy atmosphere, comfortable seating, a wine and beer bar, and more.
38.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Baseball Fields 105 Wahconah Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Wahconah Park features the best minor league baseball games and snacks at affordable prices. Guests enjoy clean facilities and great views of the field and players, making this an ideal day out with the family.
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