- Our list of the best things to do in Franklin, Massachusetts, features the top 528 nearby activities — including 227 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Franklin, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of Franklin, MA , followed by 515 popular activities in nearby cities, including Providence, Cambridge, Boston, Brookline, Watertown, Framingham, Newton, Waltham, Pawtucket, Natick, Cranston, Marlborough, Wellesley, Foxboro, Quincy, Lincoln, Attleboro, Smithfield, East Providence, Dedham, Worcester, Brockton, Taunton, Milton, Cumberland, Shrewsbury, Needham, Braintree, Norwood, Lincoln, Randolph, Woonsocket, Stoughton, North Smithfield, Concord, Warwick, Warren, Medfield, Weymouth, Chatham, Chepachet and Harrisville
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Situated next to baseball and football fields, Kelleher Field Playground has a play structure with two winding slides, climbing obstacles, poles, and more. The playground has a small trail with benches to sit on.
20.3 Miles
West Newton Cinema is an independently owned and operated 6 screen vintage movie theater. The theater features a lot of silver-age movie antiques and memorabilia and airs a mix of classic, independent, foreign, and mainstream films.
20.4 Miles
Located in Providence, Rhode Island, the Roger Williams Park Zoo is home to hundreds of fascinating and diverse animal species. The zoo is open throughout the year. Its 40-acre campus is also a popular spot for school field trips.
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Built as a small family homestead in the late 18th century, Governor Sprague Mansion, was upgraded to the elegant home it is today in 1864. Believed to be haunted, the mansion is available for tours or hosting events.
20.5 Miles
Despite the short distance of the Neponset Bike Path, it covers urban areas, salt marshes, a mill village, and beaches on the Boston Harbor. Most individuals use it as a bike path, but it can also be utilized for walking or in-line skating.
20.6 Miles
Automobile enthusiasts flock to the Larz Anderson Park in Brookline, Massachusetts, the largest automotive museum in the United States. The museum displays dozens of vintage automobiles and frequently hosts antique car shows and other enjoyable public events.
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Johnson and Wales University, Providence, RI 02905
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Located in Johnson and Wales University, the Culinary Arts Museum is a teaching museum that preserves the culinary and hospitality heritage. With a 25,000 gallery space, several historical exhibits and recipe collections are on view Tuesday through Saturday.
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Aleixo Arena Skating Rink is an ice skating rink that offers public skating and skate rentals. The rink also features an on site pro shop and is available to host parties.
20.6 Miles
Boasting Americas oldest car collection, the Larz Anderson Auto Museum maintains a large collection of vintage and classic automobiles. The museum hosts a variety of educational programs and special events, and is available for private functions.