Things To Do
Miller's River Fly Fishing
Looking to take advantage of the outdoors while in scenic Western Massachusetts and want to try your hand at reeling in a big catch! With the help of Square Tail Anglers, enjoy a guided fly fishing float tour on Miller's River.
Amherst Golf Club
Located a short distance from the Amherst Town Common, the Amherst Golf Club offers a meticulously maintained 9-hole layout that tests all skill levels.
Mount Sugarloaf
Head out on this 1.4-mile loop trail near South Deerfield, Massachusetts. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete.
Norwottuck Rail Trail
Discover this 10.0-mile point-to-point trail near Northampton, Massachusetts. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 3 h 3 min to complete.
Northfield Drive-In Theatre
One of our favorite spots! This drive-in theater shows new releases in an old-fashioned setting established in 1948.
Apex Orchards
Apex Orchards is a combination apple orchard where you can pick your own and farm store for local produce and product. It's a quintessential Massachusetts landmark and a must-visit for all who live in or pass through the area.
Amherst Farmers' Market
Widely known as one of the best places for local food, fun, and community. The Market is open on Saturday's from 7:30am - 1:30pm.
Amherst Coffee + Bar
Located in the historic Amherst Cinema building, right in the center of Amherst, this chill haunt offers delicious coffee and espresso offerings as well as a selection of carefully sourced full leaf teas and botanicals, fresh baked treats, and a fully stocked bar.
Amherst Oyster Bar
A brand-new restaurant in town catering directly to oyster lovers and well-equipped with a large and fresh seafood menu. Perfect for a great dinner with friends!
The Lady Killigrew Cafe
A very quaint cafe situated in an old mill overlooking a water fall. It's the perfect place to grab a warm drink or beer, read a book, or just enjoy the beautiful scenery outside.
Smithsonian Cafe and Chowderhouse
If you are looking for a quick bite, we highly recommending making a pit-stop here off Route 5 for one of the area's best popovers with apple butter or a cup of New England Clam Chowder.
The Archives
One of the coolest spots in town for a drink, this cozy speakeasy can be found behind a wall of filing cabinets in a small vestibule in the basement of 30 Boltwood Walk, at the end of an awning-covered ramp leading to Brick & Mortar Realty’s office.
White Lion Brewery
White Lion Brewing Company was the first craft brewery to open in Amherst and is on the short list of Black-owned breweries in America.
Tree House Brewery
Grab beer to go, or enjoy a draft pour and pizza at the gateway to Western Massachusetts!
Progression Brewery
This special brewery is a place for the community to gather and offers great IPA brews, in house made seltzer, atmosphere and good pub food.
Emily Dickinson Museum
The Dickinson Homestead was the birthplace and home from of 19th-century American poet Emily Dickinson, whose poems were discovered in her bedroom there after her death.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art is a museum devoted to the art of the picture book and especially the children's book. The interactive museum is full of rotating exhibitions of picture book art from around the world and a hands-on art studio to make your own masterpiece.
Yankee Candle
Yankee Candle's flagship store features all available Yankee Candles as well as kitchen and home accessories, New England crafts, gifts and collectibles, a toy shop, picnic grounds and a "Bavarian Christmas Village." Visitors can dip their own candles in a specially equipped area, make wax molds of their hands, or create their own unique candle.
The Heirloom Collective
Education and customer choice are what makes The Heirloom Collective stand apart from other Massachusetts dispensaries.
Northampton
Drive 15 minutes from Amherst to Northampton where you can explore cool shops, enjoy awesome food, and soak up the lively arts and music scene!