Popular places to visit

Concord River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Concord River during your travels in South Lowell. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Boott Cotton Mills Museum
You can study the exhibits at Boott Cotton Mills Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cambodia Town
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Cambodia Town during your stay in Lowell.
Lowell Heritage State Park
You can take time to visit Lowell Heritage State Park during your travels to Lowell.
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your stay in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Tsongas Arena
Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Top hotels in Highlands

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Nice room...friendly staff....clean facility
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Very basic, but clean room. Heater would make a loud clicking noise every time it kicked on/off.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Bedford Plaza Hotel - Boston
Great room. Well equipped for the type of travel we do each month. Staff is knowledgeable and helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Been there a few times, doctor appointments in Boston. Easy in and out, clean, friendly staff and PARKING INCLUDED! As well as a quick bite in the morning. Now I book every time we are out there.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
Location was great
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
No frill hotel Stay was comfortable
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands

The Acre
While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like Edward A. LeLacheur Park and Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit.

Downtown Lowell
While visiting Downtown Lowell, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Tsongas Arena.

South Lowell
While there might not be top attractions in South Lowell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Cambodia Town.

Belvidere
While visiting Belvidere, you might make a stop by sights like Merrimack Repertory Theater and Concord River.

