- Our list of the best things to do in Salem, Massachusetts, features the top 756 nearby activities — including 348 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
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48.8 Miles
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150 Great Wolf Drive, Fitchburg, MA 1420
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Situated in the extensive lodge complex, the Great Wolf Lodge - Water Park has family fun water rides and attractions for any level of swimmer. Popular activities include a multi-level interactive splash treehouse, a six-story drop funnel, and a group raft tunnel waterslide.
48.9 Miles
Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch is a local company which offers whale watching excursions to Cape Cod accompanied with informative commentary given by the on-board whale specialists.
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Province Lands Road and Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA
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Enjoy views of the Provincetown shore while getting some exercise with a walk along Provincetown Causeway. This roughly one-mile stretch begins near a park that commemorates the Pilgrim's first landing, and trekkers are better able to see lighthouses not reachable by car.
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Blackstone River State Park, Cumberland, RI
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Currently stretching over 10 miles, the Blackstone River Bikeway, is slated to extend a total of 48 miles from Rhode Island to Massachusetts. The flat, paved trail is perfect for biking, jogging, or blading while watching the birds and wildlife along the river.
49.1 Miles
The Blackstone River Theatre in Cumberland, Rhode Island features music, dance and folk arts entertainment for Cumberland and the nearby surrounding area. The community performing arts center regularly features musical concerts and children's theatre.
49.3 Miles
40 Highland Street, Worcester, MA 01609
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As the former home of a wealthy 18th century family, Salisbury Mansion offers visitors a historic building with classic Georgian architecture. Visitors can join a group tour of the home and learn about the life of the Salisbury family.
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A nightclub and live performance venue, The Palladium Nightclub books a variety of performing acts, and has a particular emphasis on hard rock and heavy metal shows. The club also hosts live comedy.
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Take a break from everyday life at Institute Park. Take a relaxing stroll while enjoying nature. Get some exercise on one of three lighted tennis courts. A pavilion also hosts concerts in the summer.
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185 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609
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Over three million items are on 20 miles of shelves at American Antiquarian society, including books, newspapers, sheet music and more. Notably, the library holds the largest collection of printed materials through 1876. Free public tours are offered every Wednesday afternoon.
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Local history is on display at Worcester Historical Museum. Among the notable collections of artifacts, paintings and sculptures is weaponry from the colonial era through World War II. Ages 18 and under receive free admission.