10 TOP Things to Do in Massachusetts July 2025

Surf Drive Beach which includes a sandy beach

Theatre District showing a skyscraper, city views and night scenes

Most fun & popular experiences in Massachusetts

Tours & day trips

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Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

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Private & custom tours

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North End Boston Mafia Exploration Game and Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Boston to Martha's Vineyard with Optional Island Tour

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Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

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Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions

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What to do in Massachusetts

Discover the most popular places to visit in Massachusetts

Fenway Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

Harvard University

4.5/5(27 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(32 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

Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

New England Aquarium

4/5(7 reviews)

From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.

Copley Square

4/5(5 reviews)

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

Boston University

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the campus of Boston University, a top university in Boston. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Harvard Square

4.5/5(25 reviews)

With a visit to Harvard Square, a favourite shopping spot in Cambridge, you can browse for souvenirs. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Boston Harbor

4/5(4 reviews)

Adore Boston’s charming working harbor from the waterfront or head out by boat to get to know it more intimately.

Explore areas of Massachusetts

Downtown Boston

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

This is Boston’s business district, now and back when the city was just starting.

Back Bay

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Head to Back Bay for Victorian brownstone homes, hip coffee joints and a shopping district that rivals Manhattan’s 5th Avenue.

Seaport District

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Once known as strong working-class neighbourhood, South Boston has turned into a haven for young professionals.

Beacon Hill

5/5(1 area review)

Take a walk through the charming streets, historic buildings and small-town atmosphere of Boston’s oldest and wealthiest suburbs.

Nantucket featuring a marina, boating and a bay or harbour

Nantucket Town

While visiting Nantucket Town, you might make a stop by sights like Nantucket Community Sailing and Nantucket Atheneum.

North End

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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