Things To Do
Boda Borg Boston
This is a massive warehouse of many small escape room puzzles. Very fun if traveling with a group of ~4-5.
Tsurumen Davis
This is the most incredible ramen and well worth a stop for anybody traveling in and out of Boston. Sierra’s recommendation is the pork shoyu. Zach’s is the spicy tan-tan-men.
Giulia
Some of the best Italian food! The menu changes weekly, so we can’t recommend anything specific. Everything we’ve had has been delicious. If this sounds good, make sure to RSVP here in advance to get a seat!
Pammy's
The menu changes every time we’ve been there but is ALWAYS perfect.
Colette Bakery
This is one of our favorite French bakeries!
Institute of Contemporary Art
Worth a see!
The Harvard Museum of Natural History
The glass flower collection is awesome!
MIT Museum
Lots of cool tech things to see. There are many really interesting exhibits, several of which also include quirky art.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
This is a really lovely museum - which is also home to a famous art theft!
Walden Pond
Zach loves to swim here in the summer! In October, it might be some pretty leaf-peeping. There is a pretty short loop around the lake that is a great walk.
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
The outdoor sculpture park has a lot of walking, pretty views, and interesting things to see. It should have some pretty colors in October.
MASS MoCA
This is a bit out of the way for most, but is very beautiful and has a ton to see if people are up for the drive.
Hammond Castle Museum
Gloucester is right by the ocean, and is absolutely worth a stop. However, the Hammond Castle Museum is probably the closest medieval castle we can think of to Boston!
Mount Greylock
Check out the highest point in Massachusetts!
Element Brewing Company
This spot has become a staple for us with moped friends. Lots of tasty snacks too! Zach recommends their cocktails. Their homemade sodas are also great for those that don’t drink.
Portsmouth
The downtown area is very cute, and there’s lots of good food and shops.
VINS Nature Center
If you want some quiet time to hang out with some really cool birds, this is your spot.
Mount Ascutney
Check out some beautiful fall colors! There is also an easy option to drive to the top for some fast views.
Kancamagus Highway
This is a really, really fun, winding road. It is likely to have traffic but would be beautiful to see fall colors.
Skunk Hollow Tavern
Charming, several hundred year old tavern in Vermont. The food is great.
Historic Creamery Covered Bridge
Vermont is well-known for covered bridges! Worth a quick photo op for the curious.
Historic Dummerston Covered Bridge
Vermont is well-known for covered bridges! Worth a quick photo op for the curious.
Apex Orchards
Apple picking and cider donuts are fall New England staples. This spot was recommended by one of the groomsmen and is fairly close to the venue.
Brownsville Butcher & Pantry
This spot is the STAPLE breakfast or lunch spot when in this area. Sandwiches, pastries, fresh coffee, and a full selection of every meat or cheese that you could ever want - who needs anything else?
Franconia Notch
Artist’s Bluff is an easier trail with a good view, or even easier, take the tram up Cannon Mtn! For those that are really brave and up for a great hike, Franconia Notch is 10+ miles. Bring good shoes, warm clothes, and lots of water though!
Simon Pearce
Worth a stop to have some broccoli and cheddar soup, and a drink. Make sure to check out the live glass-blowing downstairs and their hydro-electric glass studio.
Sap House Meadery
Ossipee might not be the closest, but it is very unique. It isn’t every day that you go so see a meadery! The decorations are reminiscent of being in a medieval inn, completed by board games and a friendly barkeeper.