Central Massachusetts Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Central Massachusetts
Worcester Central Business District
While visiting Worcester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like DCU Center and Mechanics Hall.
Shrewsbury Street
Shrewsbury Street might not have many top sights, but Union Station and EcoTarium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Piedmont
When in Piedmont, you can plan a visit to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts and Mechanics Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Main South
Though Main South may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fitton Baseball Field and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts.
Union HIll
When in Union HIll, you can plan a visit to Union Station and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Franklin Plantation
While Franklin Plantation isn't home to many top sights, EcoTarium and Union Station are some notable places to visit nearby.
Great Wolf Lodge Boston / Fitchburg, MA
"Nice place for kids and adults too"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Motel 6 Framingham, MA - Boston West
"The place should be torn down. Couldn’t closed the bathroom door without lifting the toilet seat up and push back the toilet with your knee."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge
"We stopped for the night during a family trip. The front desk agent was very helpful and efficient. The room was comfortable and clean. Some of the bathroom fixtures were dated but nevertheless very clean and functional. Felt very safe. Would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Residences at Solomon Pond
"This place seemed for people who stay long term. We were very lucky finding this place with low cost to stay for one night. The rooms were very spacious and clean with a big refrigerator and convenient kitchen. The staff was very nice. So, we could not believe this hotel was only a 2 star hotel. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Premier Suites - Bay Village
Crescent Suites Hotel
"Great staff and room. I’ll book here again."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Old Sturbridge Village
You can study the exhibits at Old Sturbridge Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Sturbridge. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
College of the Holy Cross
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of College of the Holy Cross during your trip to Worcester. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Union Station
You can learn about the history of Worcester when you stop by Union Station. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a stop at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Clark University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Clark University during your trip to Worcester. Experience the entertainment venues or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Tower Hill Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Boylston. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
- Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
- DCU Center
- Old Sturbridge Village
- College of the Holy Cross
- Union Station
- Southwick's Zoo
- UMass Memorial Medical Center
- Fitchburg State University
- The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
- Tower Hill Botanic Garden
- Palmer Motorsports Park
- Indian Ranch
- Game On Fitchburg
- New England Baseball Complex
- Natick Mall
- Worcester Art Museum
- Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
- Kimball Farm
- Hopkinton State Park
- Quinsigamond State Park
- Buffumville Lake
- Fitchburg Art Museum
- Nashoba Valley Ski Area
