Hiking Mt. Tom was one of our go-to dates when Abby lived in Northampton. It features beautiful views of the Connecticut River Valley.
This scenic path winds through Northampton and over the Connecticut River to Amherst. It is great for biking or walking, especially the bridge over the water.
With scenic trails along the oxbow of the Connecticut River, this is a wonderful place for a walk.
Abby's former employer has an impressive collection for a campus museum. The nearby botanical garden is also worth a stop if you're in the area.
The botanical garden at Smith College in Northampton is a great place to spend an hour or two. The whole campus is quite pretty and just a short walk from downtown.
Located a 30 minute drive from Northampton, this unique bookshop and cafe is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon. Located in an old mill, you can read and have lunch by the waterfall after you're done browsing used books.
A delightful, no-frills restaurant. We've been on countless dates here. Brady recommends the chicken piccata.
A great breakfast spot in the middle of downtown Northampton.
This place in nearby Easthampton has amazing food. We can't recommend it enough if you're looking for a meal.
This is our favorite cafe in Northampton. Many of our lesson plans and grad school papers have been written at its tables, but its also a great place just to stop in for a smoothie or a coffee.
Although they are not particularly strong bowlers, Brady and Abby do love a good bowling date. Spare Time in Northampton is conveniently located and reasonably priced way to spend an evening or afternoon.
With an intimate atmosphere and excellent beer menu, this has always been one of our favorite Northampton pubs. The food is not bad either!