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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47.6 Miles
81% 27 votes
Parks 123 Garfield St, Newington, CT MoreLess Info
Mill Pond Park is Newington's largest town park and features a picturesque waterfall. The park's family-friendly amenities include soccer fields, basketball courts, picnic areas, walking trails, ice skating and more.
47.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 2159 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 6053 MoreLess Info
An urban wildlife habitat and park, A W Stanley Park features a variety of amenities. Visitors can see wildlife, bird watch, stroll by the pond, or hike the park's trails. The park also features a swimming pool.
47.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Specialty Museums 55 Bridge Street, Willimantic, CT 6226 MoreLess Info
Located on the site of the former Columbia Junction Freight Yard, the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum showcases historical locomotives and railroad buildings. Visitors can take a guided tour through the museum and kids can operate an 1850's style pump-car.
47.8 Miles
86% 36 votes
Monuments Ella Grasso Blvd., Newington, CT 6111 MoreLess Info
Newington, Connecticut is home to the Iwo Jima Survivors Memorial Park, dedicated to American service personnel who fought and died while capturing the island during World War Two. It features a replica of the iconic flag-raising statue.
47.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Theaters 779 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226 MoreLess Info
The Windham Theatre Guild is a community theater group who have been staging productions since 1985. Performing at a nearby playhouse, they offer dinner and dessert shows, as well as regular performances for audiences of all ages.
47.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Tennis 60 Prospect Street, Newington, CT 6111 MoreLess Info
Consisting of six plexi-pave tennis courts, Tennis Center Newington-Wethersfield offers programs for improving tennis performance and a pro shop to purchase equipment from. The center hosts weekly tournaments that members can participate in.
48.2 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 1702 Main Street, Newington, CT 6111 MoreLess Info
The mission of the Newington Historical Society & Trust Inc is to promote interest in local and regional history, be it religious, cultural, architectural, social, economic, or artistic. The society manages museums and archives.
48.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT MoreLess Info
Located on the campus of Central Connecticut State University, the Copernican Observatory & Planetarium provides lectures, observing sessions and other, astronomical-related activities at no cost. In addition, there is a regularly scheduled, free show held on Saturdays.
48.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bowling 1000 E Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790 MoreLess Info
A 20-lane bowling facility, Sky Top Lanes offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and bumpers. The center provides arcade games, a snack bar, private event and party hosting, a lounge and a pro shop.
48.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding Strawberry Fields, 741 Plainville Avenue, Farmington, CT 6032 MoreLess Info
Open to riders of all skill levels, KC Show Stables offers private lessons that teach the basics of both English and Western riding styles. Visitors can lease the farm, which comes with a free lesson and practice ride.
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