Best Places to Visit in Massachusetts | Travel Guide 2026

This Little-Known Waterfront Village Is One of the Most Charming in Massachusetts

While everyone else is stuck in Cape Cod traffic, you could be strolling past 19th-century mansions and eating world-class seafood in this quiet, whimsical waterfront village.

by Jasmine Vieau

Onset Beach in Wareham, Massachusetts with sweeping waterfront views toward the pier and village.

3 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Massachusetts for a Spring Hike

Leather hiking boots cross a stream of water against a woodsy background.

One of the Best Food Halls in Massachusetts, This Spot Is a Must-Visit

An exterior view of the Quincy Market building at Faneuil Hall Marketplace in Boston, MA.

3 Epic Airbnbs in Massachusetts With Sprawling Pools, Steamy Hot Tubs, and Unreal Water Views

Vacation Rentals

A view of the pool and lake from the porch of the Lake House in the City Airbnb property in Arlington, MA.

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Nature

Cross Two States in a Single Hike on This Epic Massachusetts Trail

Grannite sign marking the Southwick Rail Trail in MA, set against a grassy area and a bike parked nearby.

Don’t Try This One Hike in Massachusetts If You’re Afraid of Heights

Find 4 Bucket-List-Level Views in Massachusetts Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

Experiences

4 Hidden Spots You Didn’t Know Existed in Boston’s Franklin Park

The Unexpected Massachusetts Culinary Tour You’ll Remember Forever

A group of guests and a tour guide stand outside local buildings during the North End Food, History & Italian Bites food tour in Boston, Massachusetts.

3 Truly One-of-a-Kind Buildings You’ll Only Find in Massachusetts

Stays

3 Airbnbs Near Massachusetts’ Most Epic Waterfall

This Massachusetts Airbnb Looks Like It Belongs in the Nordic Countryside

The Massachusetts Airbnb With a Sauna and Hot Tub That Redefines Cozy Season

A brick, double-sided fireplace sits in back of a dining table and chairs at the Evergreen Home Airbnb property in Great Barrington, Massachusetts.

Trips & Routes

Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Town in Massachusetts

An exterior view of the historic Burnham house in Essex, MA reflecting in the water.

This Country Store in Massachusetts Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

Amherst, Massachusetts Is a Literary Pilgrimage for Fans of Emily Dickinson

Food

These Might Be the Most Intense Food Challenges in Massachusetts

Yes, You Can Eat Unlimited Brunch at This Beloved Massachusetts Restaurant

A table of beer and food dishes at the Bottomless Brunch at the Mission Boathouse waterfront restaurant in Beverly, Massachusetts.

This Is the Best Buffet in Massachusetts, Known for Its Interactive Grill

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Vacation Rentals

Best Cabins in Massachusetts: 16 Cozy Rentals for Every Budget

Discover 16 unique cabin rentals in Massachusetts, each offering special amenities and beautiful natural surroundings.

by Sophia Mitrokostas

a modern cabin with a deck in the woods in massachusetts

Take a Unique Adventure On Massachusetts’ Best Bike Path

A person rides a bike through a park at dusk.

One of Massachusetts’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Charlie Boyle

Easthampton, MA is seen from above with the red brick church seen prominently.

The Small-Town State Park in Massachusetts Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

by Raymond Goldfield

A view of Hopkinton Reservoir in Massachusetts, overlooking the water with trees in the background.

This Walkable Coastal City in Massachusetts Is a Must-Visit Gem

by Melissa Mahoney

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The Historic Massachusetts Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

There's a hidden historic town in Massachusetts, only a short trip from Boston. A day in Saugus is like traveling through the story of the Bay State.

by Raymond Goldfield

A close-up of an old mill at a historic ironworks in Saugus, MA.

The 5 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Massachusetts

These 5 vibrant Massachusetts attractions are sure to brighten any day.

Colorful tulips in front of the George Washington statue in the Boston Public Garden in Boston, MA.

3 Reasons Why Massachusetts Is the Best Place To Retire

Looking to retire soon? Living in Massachusetts should be at the top of your list.

by Charlie Boyle

A small white lighthouse sits on a sprawling group of rocks before an ocean cove.

I’ve Been Gatekeeping a Hidden Food Hall in Massachusetts

The elevated choices at this local food hall are sure to tempt your taste buds.

Various Mediterranean dishes from the Iris Mezze restaurant at The Lineup food hall in Boston, MA.

I Don’t Ski, But the Snow Tubing in Massachusetts is Incredible

Snow tubing in Massachusetts is the best winter activity for non-skiers, and this mountain delivers family-friendly fun.

by Melissa Mahoney

a woman and a child slide down a snowy hill on snow tubes at Bousquet Mountain in Massachusetts

5 Small Towns in Massachusetts So Dreamy, You’ll Swear You’ve Seen Them on TV

Explore Massachusetts' absolutely dreamy small towns that seem straight out of a television show!

by Charlie Boyle

A calm, wide river cuts in between green farmland dotted with small buildings at dusk. The river is lined with trees changing for fall and mountains loom large in the distance.

Vacation Rentals

3 Epic Airbnbs in Foxbourough, Massachusetts, to Book Now for the World Cup

Check out these three epic places to stay when you visit Foxborough, Massachusetts, for the 2026 World Cup games.

A nighttime shot of the illuminated pool at the Gorgeous Luxurious Family Villa Airbnb property in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

People Live Their Whole Lives in Massachusetts and Somehow Miss These 4 Places

Looking for a true hidden gem in Massachusetts that even locals often miss?

by Charlie Boyle

Two vividly pink flowers sit in the foreground, in the background there are quaint houses by the river..

4 Exciting Places in Massachusetts Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026

Add these 4 exciting Massachusetts places to your 2026 agenda and celebrate the local fun in the upcoming year.

Historic brick homes line a street in Salem, Massachusetts.

Vacation Rentals

This Charming Massachusetts Airbnb Is Straight Out of a Hallmark Movie

The beautiful Santarella Estate in Tyringham is home to a wonderful cozy Airbnb in Massachusetts, which feels like stepping into a forest fairytale.

by Raymond Goldfield

The exterior of a castle-like wooden Airbnb surrounded by trees and shrubs.