Waltham

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Stroll through beautiful university campuses and learn about the Industrial Revolution in one of Middlesex County’s most charming towns.

Discover Waltham’s captivating cultural life. Located in Middlesex County, this small town is full of early American history. Learn about its role in the Industrial Revolution and explore its many museums and stately homes.

Stroll along the Riverwalk and watch the scenic Charles River. Waltham has more than 100 locations on the National Register of Historic Places. Although many are privately owned, look for them as you wander throughout town.

Explore Waltham’s watchmaking history in the American Waltham Watch Company Historic District. Between 1850 and 1957, the Waltham Watch Company produced about 35 million timepieces and precision instruments. Visit the multi-building complex today and trace watchmaking history through the years.

See the site of America’s first factory at Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. The building was originally part of American industrialist Francis Cabot Lowell's groundbreaking textile mill. Explore the museum’s exhibits and learn about the Waltham Watch Company and the town’s role in the Industrial Revolution.

Both Bentley and Brandeis universities are located in Waltham. Walk through their tree-lined, well-manicured campuses. Browse through thousands of pieces of art in Brandeis’ Rose Art Museum, with works by famous artists including Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol.

Discover Waltham’s stately homes and grounds. Visit the red-brick Federal-style Gore Place, a summer home that entertained guests including the Marquis de Lafayette and James Monroe. Tour the beautiful grounds and stylish interiors of the Lyman Estate, a rambling white stone mansion. Explore the stunning grounds of the Robert Treat Paine Estate, designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.

Enjoy beautiful New England weather at Hardy Pond and the adjacent Lazazzero Playground. Fish off the pier, jog along its trails or play a game of basketball.

From Waltham, drive along historic Revere Beach Parkway, which has connected the suburbs north of Boston since 1896. Downtown Boston is just 14 miles (23 miles) east. Reach the state’s capital by car in under 30 minutes or take the bus or commuter rail, which both run regularly.

Where to stay in Waltham

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Piety Corner

Piety Corner might not have many top sights, but Moody Street Historic District and Lyman Estate are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Piety Corner
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South Side

While visiting South Side, you might make a stop by sights like Moody Street Historic District and Charles River.

South Side
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North Waltham

If you're spending some time in North Waltham, National Archives at Boston and Beaver Brook Reservation are top sights worth seeing.

North Waltham
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Banks Square

When in Banks Square, you can plan a visit to Moody Street Historic District and Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Banks Square
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The Lanes

The Lanes might not have many top sights, but Lyman Estate and Moody Street Historic District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Highlands

When in Highlands, you can plan a visit to Moody Street Historic District and Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highlands
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham

Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham

3.5 out of 5
550 Winter Street, Waltham, MA
The price is P7,704 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P7,704
P8,605 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,490 reviews)
"Everything was great except for the elevator. They had three elevators, which were all incredibly slow. It took 10 minutes for the elevators to arrive. It was really slow and all the guests noticed it. We were taking bets on how long they would take as we waited."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

2.5 out of 5
135 2nd Ave, Waltham, MA
The price is P8,375 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P8,375
P9,355 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,423 reviews)
"We stayed at the Hampton because of its proximity to Boston College. The facilities were excellent. We stayed 3 nights and housekeeping didn’t make up our room one time - not a big deal but we did have to ask for towels. The staff were always friendly, the wi-fi worked fine, and the rooms were clean ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

4 out of 5
450 Summer Street, Boston, MA
The price is P13,910 per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
P13,910
P18,568 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,081 reviews)
"For our trip to Boston, this location worked out well! The hotel was comfortable, well appointed and had ample onsite parking. We were able to park the car and leave it for the 4 days-walked or took “the T” everywhere. Lots of restaurants nearby but the hotel also had really good options too!"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Crescent Suites Hotel

Crescent Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
287 Crescent Street, Waltham, MA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Waltham. Enjoy a fitness center, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,093 reviews)
"loved that the property is near a wooded area with a nice path and a walkway near the Charles river. Loved the parking that was FREE. The gentleman at the front counter is exceptionally helpful."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Crescent Suites Hotel
Temple Place Suites

Temple Place Suites

2.5 out of 5
29 Temple Place, Boston, MA
Stay at this apartment in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Boston Common and Faneuil Hall Marketplace ...
7/10 Good! (275 reviews)
"The location is perfect. Our room was clean and comfortable. The scariest part of the stay is the shared bathroom. I would recommend bringing any disinfecting wipes because other guests can be gross and can’t clean up after themselves. The building could use some renovation. Overall I would rate ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Temple Place Suites
Bay Village Suites

Bay Village Suites

2 out of 5
Cortes St, Boston, MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Copley Square and Boston Common are located nearby.
6.4/10 (222 reviews)
"Really good deal for the price you pay ! I stayed 6 nights and didn’t have any issues other than the sheets and the mattress kept getting “wet” from the overall humidity in the room. The bathrooms are shared but I never had issues using it."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Bay Village Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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