Things To Do And See In Ma (Boston, Worcester: houses, movie theater)

[txbaker27]

My Family And I Are Taking A Week Long Vacation To Ma. We Are Planning To Stay In Worcester And Just Travel Throughout Our Stay. We Are Wanting To Get Some Input On Different Things To See And Do While We Are There Like Restaurants Activities Sight Seeing Etc. Anything Would Be Appreciated!!! We Are Visiting The Second Week In March And Was Wondering How The Weather Is During That Time Frame Since We Are In Texas I'm Sure We Are Going To Have To Bring Lots Of Warm Clothes!! Our 7 Year Old Son Will Be Along To So We Are Gearing More Towards Family Activities.

[lejulie]

Hi!

We are moving back to Texas this summer but we are currently in MA. It will still be very cold in March so definitely bring long underwear and lots of layers. Drive into Boston; parking will be difficult but if you are staying in Worcester you will need a car.

the best things for kids: The Children's Museum in Boston is really good; so is the Aquarium. There are so many things to do in Boston. You can go to Harvard Square. There are many historical things to see in Boston. You could walk the Freedom Trail but it may be too cold to do that.

Dress warmly!!! And have fun!!

[skytrekker]

Weather in Massachusetts can vary- predicting right now it will definitely be cold might not be correct. Average high March 1st is 42 degrees. low of 27. By March 31st the average high is 52 with a low of 36. These are averages, and it may be colder or warmer.

If from Texas this may be 'chilly' therefore it might be wise to bring a light to medium jackets and sweaters with appropriate wet weather shoes etc.
If visiting in early Mach, be prepared for the possibility of snow and cold. If from mid month on, the possibility of extreme snow events and very cold weather lessens. Have Fun! Boston has much to offer- try and visit Plymouth- south of Boston on route 3- they have a replica of the Mayflower, Plymouth Rock is here- and do visit Plimoth Plantation.

[sue629]

Wondering if you can postpone your trip Northeast until April, May is even better? In March the weather is still "winter". It is usually a cold and raw month, windy and not very enjoyable, especially for outdoor activities. However April is wonderful as is May and June.
In nice weather doing the swan boats in the Boston public gardens would be fun for a 7 year old as would the Duck boat tours, which tour on land and end up in the water(Charles River)
Walking around Fanueil Market, a rehabbed historical area that offers restaurants, shops and outdoor entertainment ie. jugglers, magicians would be a great take for a 7 year old. They entertain however in the nice weather.
Across the street from there you will find the North End which is the area where you would find the best Italian food and pastry shops. It is very quaint with widing narrow streets and older brown stone buildings. In the summer they have many festivals there. In that area along Atlantic Ave, you will find the Aquarium, nice way to spend some time. They have a live show also that is a good take. The science museum is good too. They have a planetarium as well as other special shows.
Walk down Newbury Street for some upscale and interesting shopping.
Copley Square is also a nice area to walk around, there is a Cheesecake Factory in that area which would be good for a family meal. The indoor copley Square mall is nice for walking around. Especially if its cold out.
Boston is a walking city and as such the weather plays a role. T system is good to get around. do not attempt to drive around Boston.
Don't know much about the Worcester area, but I have been there and it does not seem that there is much there for sightseeing or entertainment. Someone who lives out there could correct me on that.
Outside of the city, Plymouth is a great area to visit- Plymouth plantation.
From there you can go onto Cape Cod and spend some time around the national seashore, best beaches, they go from the Eastham area to Provincetown. You can take a whale watching trip out of Provincetown.
The Northshore of Boston is also a nice area to visit. Salem has many exhibits and museums pertaining to the witch trials, you could spend a whole day there, there is shopping and museums and some good restaurants. Gloucester and Rockport also nice but again in warmer weather. Hope that helps.

[felix12584]

go to fire n ice in either boston or cambridge for a great meal. they cook the food right in front of you.

[countryman]

Hi TX, hoping you & your family enjoy your stay while you are here!Was wondering where you are staying while you are here, if you haven't made reservations yet, consider the brand new just completed Hilton Garden Inn with the adjoining Uno Pizzaria. There is a very good steak house here the name is 111 ChopHouse.Also, discover the Ecotarium,(formerly Worcester Science Center) great place for the whole family, see the polar bears!,& the planetarium while you are there,if you go) There's also The Higgins Armory Museum, (medieval type of place with suits of armor,etc Now then,Worcester Art Museum,(great for the family again!) check out the shows that are going to be here while your here at the DCU Center,sure you'll find something of interest there! (Worcester's Civic Center). There's also The Worcester Center For Crafts,lot's of stuff to make for the whole family! You can also head over to The Showcase North Complex & catch some movies,as well as take a very short drive down Rt.146 & go into the recently built Shoppes At Blackstone Valley.(lot's of restaurants & movie theater complex there,tons of stores & stuff.) Hope you find this helpful,yes dress warm,but so far this year we've been most lucky on snowfall! just cold right now, who know's when your here,could be unseasonably warm like it was in January this year!have fun while your here!

[smarty]

If you have time, take a look at the area North of Boston near the ocean.

There are many museum and shoreline in Salem, Gloucester, Ipswich. Newburyport.

Highly recommend.
Peabody Essex Museum [url]www.pem.org[url]
Explore centuries of extraordinary art, architecture and culture from New England and the world! Described by the New York Times as "a cross-cultural marvel" , the museum showcases more than 30 galleries, historic houses, period gardens, cafe, and giftshop. Lectures, films, music, and dance.

A few more things to see in Boston
USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown Navy Yard, Box 1812, Charlestown, MA 02129. Preserves the treasure of "Old Irondsides". View ship's logs, weapons, charts, journals and hands-on displays.

Paul Revere House
193 Salem St., Boston, MA 02113. Home of patriot and silversmith from 1770 to 1800. It is the oldest building in Boston (circa 1680).

The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point Boston, MA 02125