Boston
One of the United States’ oldest cities, Boston played a central role in modern-day America, witnessing key moments in the American Revolution.
Boston’s 2.5-mile Freedom Trail offers a step through time past some of the city’s most historic landmarks, including the battle site of the Revolutionary War and the country’s oldest public park. With so much to see around every bend, Boston almost feels like an outdoor history museum.
From Boston, you’re only a 30-minute drive from Salem. Follow the I-93 north before connection on to the I-95 east and you’ll be there in no time.
Salem
Known for the infamous witch trials of 1692, Salem has taken its association with witchcraft in its stride, and it comes into its own during Halloween.
The town is at its busiest during October, when it hosts more than 500 events. In case yyou visit outside of spooky season, there’s also an abundance of local psychics and Reiki healers, who practice energy healing.
That’s not the only magic the city holds – it’s also an enviable seaside town. Head down to the popular ocean park, Salem Willows, and let the beach put as much of a spell on you as the inner-city.
Wellesley
Wellesley is your typical Massachusetts town, with beautiful, historic buildings and plenty of natural spaces to enjoy outdoor activities.
It’s a well-known school district, and the sprawling campus of Wellesley College is an experience in itself. One of America’s most beautiful campuses, it combines gothic architecture with new, contemporary buildings.
You’ll quickly fall in love with Wellesley’s serene spaces, from the tranquil waters of Lake Waban to the blissful gardens at the Massachusetts Historical Society.
Cambridge
Home to the prestigious Harvard University, the small town of Cambridge has nurtured some of the world’s biggest and brightest minds.
But it’s not all just tweed jackets and elbow patches – each of Cambridge’s eclectic neighborhoods are teeming with energy and compounded with four centuries’ worth of rich history.
Marvel at traditional Bauhaus architecture lining nearly every street and uncover the countless museums and historical sites. Spend an afternoon in Harvard Square to explore a collection of boutiques and sidewalk cafes, all brought to life by the sounds of jazz.
Plymouth
Named after the English town from where the Pilgrims set sail, Plymouth is famous for being the first permanent European settlement in 1620. When the settlers stepped off the Mayflower onto Plymouth Rock, they couldn’t have known how their arrival would create the America we know today.
Delve into the past at Pilgrim Hall Museum and find discover historical marvels like the sword of Myles Standish, an English military officer who journeyed the Atlantic Ocean with the first settlers.
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