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
Clean, friendly staff, was a good location for us
Reviewed on 6 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
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Clean room and excellent breakfast! Some noise due to highway but bearable.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Amazing
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
The room was clean and well-appointed. And the staff was friendly and attentive, especially Ramona, who took care of our every need each morning at the breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham
Delicious breakfast. Great staff
Reviewed on 10 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.
Highlands Travel Guide
- Cambodia Town
- Harvard University
- Tufts University
- University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Canobie Lake Park
- Burlington Mall
- Merrimack College
- Nashoba Valley Ski Area
- Lowell Memorial Auditorium
- The Mall at Rockingham Park
- MarketStreet Lynnfield
- Boston Children's at Waltham
- Philips Academy
- Regis College
- Moody Street Historic District
- Ski Bradford
- Kimball Farm
- Fun World
