10 TOP Things to Do in New England (2025 Activity Guide)

Boston Museum of Fine Arts featuring interior views as well as a small group of people

Beacon Hill showing street scenes and a city

Beacon Hill featuring heritage architecture, a city and a house

Fenway Park which includes a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

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Popular places to visit

Fenway Park

4.5/5(61 reviews)

Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.

Foxwoods Resort Casino

5/5(4 reviews)

Why not roll the dice by visiting Foxwoods Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Mashantucket? Discover the area's great live music and casinos.

Acadia National Park

5/5(17 reviews)

Maine’s rugged coastline and New England culture come together in this easternmost U.S. national park on a mountainous island.

Hampton Beach

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy freshly caught seafood, clean beaches and gorgeous views of the Atlantic at this oceanfront village that epitomizes small-town charm.

Harvard University

4.5/5(102 reviews)

Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.

Boston Common

4.5/5(204 reviews)

The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.

Gillette Stadium

3/5(2 reviews)

Gillette Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Copley Square

4/5(16 reviews)

Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.

Yale University

5/5(5 reviews)

Walk around the campus of Yale University, a top university in New Haven. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's art scene.

Areas of New England

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

Back Bay

4.5/5(192 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hampton Beach

If you're spending some time in Hampton Beach, Hampton Beach and Casino Cascade Water Slide are top sights worth seeing.

Seaport District

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

Travellers to Seaport District praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Flynn Cruiseport Boston and Boston Harbor.

Downtown Portland

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Portland is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Cross Insurance Arena and Maine College of Art.

Beacon Hill

5/5(3 area reviews)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

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