Treat yourself to Ali's very favorite restaurant. With a menu that changes seasonally based on what is grown on the property's farm, this rustic gem has been at the forefront of the farm-to-table trend.
Stretch your legs along any point of this 12.5 mile mixed-use paved trail that runs along the Nashua River through Ayer, Groton, Pepperell, and Dunstable.
Bring your history books to life and explore downtown Boston on this 2.5 mile walk. Marked by red pavers and paint, you'll pass 16 locations that helped shaped our nation. The guided tours are wonderful, but historic markers teach a lot -- and allow you to go at your own pace.
The spirit of Massachusetts is the spirit of America, and the small town of Concord maintains an essence that allows visitors to travel back in time. Be sure to visit the Old North Bridge, where the "shot heard 'round the world" was fired. Concord has a slew of literary ties as well, having homed Thoreau, Emerson, Alcott, and Hawthorne to name a few. And a stop in Concord couldn't be more convenient -- if traveling to the wedding to/from Boston, you'll pass through the town on your way.
Visitors can hike, drive, or hop on the SkyRide to reach the peak of one of Massachusetts' most well-known mountains. On clear days, you can even see the Boston skyline.
Located basically around the corner from Ali's childhood home, Wachusett Brewing has grown to become one of the top 50 craft breweries in the nation. The brewyard often features live music, as well as LOTS of cute pups at its indoor/outdoor flagship.