Central Massachusetts
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Where to stay in Central Massachusetts
Worcester Central Business District
If you're spending some time in Worcester Central Business District, DCU Center and Mechanics Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piedmont and surrounding area, you can visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts and Worcester Historical Museum.
Franklin Plantation
While Franklin Plantation isn't home to many top sights, EcoTarium and Union Station are some notable places to visit nearby.
Canal District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canal District and surrounding area, you can visit Union Station and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts.
Webster Square
Though Webster Square might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts and Worcester Historical Museum.
Red Roof Inn Boston - Southborough/ Worcester
Yes, specially Maria
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Boston / Fitchburg, MA
Good
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
The Verve Hotel Boston Natick, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great!
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
1 Mi to Downtown & Palladium: Worcester Getaway!
The place was amazing, just needed a few updates and repairs, but nothing that made our stay bad or inconvenient.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
Great place! We will back soon!
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Maverick Suites at 28 Fenway
Amazing
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
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Popular places to visit
Union Station
You can learn about the history of Worcester with a trip to Union Station. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 savor the top-notch restaurants.
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
You can get tickets for a performance at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts during your trip to Worcester. 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.
Worcester Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Worcester Art Museum in Worcester. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark during your visit to Fitchburg. Attend a sporting event in the area, or seek out the ski slopes.
Things to do
Boston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 4 Attractions
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
