Best hotels in Worcester
AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester
125 Front Street, MA, 01608
This Marriott hotel offers sleek and modern rooms by Worcester City Hall and Worcester Common park. Start your day with a European-inspired breakfast and spend your evening relaxing in the lounge.
Spencer Country Inn
500 Main Street, MA, 01562
Reserve a tranquil and secluded stay, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, at Spencer Country Inn. This 1740 mansion is located just 20 minutes from Worcester, nestled within 130 acres of rolling green fields and magical woodlands. Rooms are rustic and cozy, featuring large Turkish rugs and plush four-poster beds.
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester
35 Major Taylor Boulevard, MA, 01608
This reliable hotel is across the street from the DCU center and close to the university district. Rooms are light and spacious, and guests have full access to the heated indoor pool and fitness center. Enjoy a full American or a light continental breakfast at the Garden Grille & Bar in the morning, before you start your day.
Best restaurants in Worcester
The Sole Proprietor
118 Highland Street, MA, 01609
This New England seafood restaurant is known for its fresh and seasonal delicacies and daily evolving menu. Oysters here are baked, fried, steamed or served raw depending on your preference. They also boast an extensive and extremely tempting lobster and crab menu, as well as classic clam chowder and seared swordfish.
Flying Rhino Café
278 Shrewsbury Street, MA, 01604
Flying Rhino is an eclectic and inviting café with a varied menu. Sink your teeth into the Angus beef burger, served on a sweet brioche bun and topped with sharp cheddar and pickles. The buffalo chicken wontons are also a must-try and come with a buffalo sauce and creamy buttermilk dip while the beer-battered haddock comes with sweet potato fries and homemade broccoli slaw.
Via Italian Table
89 Shrewsbury Street, MA, 01604
Sample classic Italian flavors at this elegant restaurant. Diners can sample plates of crispy pork meatballs, expertly-grilled pizzas and traditional chicken Alfredo pasta in an atmospheric and well-lit dining room.
What to do in Worcester
Tower Hill Botanic Garden
11 French Drive, MA, 01505
Explore more than 170 acres of blooming gardens at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Just a 20-minute drive from central Worcester, you’ll find a huge network of trails weaving through preserved woodlands. There’s also an apple orchard and a pleasant cottage garden with hardy perennials and annual wildflowers to discover. Spread a blanket across the grass and enjoy a tranquil picnic amid the flowers.
Worcester Art Museum
55 Salisbury Street, MA, 01609
This is one of Worcester’s most popular museums and boasts more than 35,000 works from across the globe. Peruse the many exhibitions to learn about the Roman Empire, learn more about the voyage many took from the UK to American shores aboard the Mayflower and look out for intricate mosaic on the Renaissance Court floor. There’s also a large collection featuring artefacts from ancient Egypt and an entire section dedicated to the evolution of travel.
Moore State Park
1 Sawmill Road, MA, 01612
Drive 20 minutes out of the city to reach Moore State Park. Spanning across more than 700 acres, the park features foundations from several historical buildings and a restored sawmill amid natural beauty. Stroll by majestic waterfalls and a peaceful pond in search of local azaleas and rhododendrons.