Northeast · MA
Massachusetts
The Bay State
Capital
Boston
Best Time to Visit
May-June, September-October
01 Must-See Spots
Boston's Freedom Trail
2.5 miles of revolutionary history through the city
Cape Cod National Seashore
40 miles of pristine beaches and sand dunes
Salem
witch trials history, Peabody Essex Museum, and Halloween festivities
Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket
iconic New England island getaways
02 Hidden Gems
The Trustees' properties
lesser-known coastal preserves and historic estates across the state
Halibut Point State Park in Rockport
a former granite quarry with stunning ocean views
Mount Greylock
the highest point in Massachusetts with panoramic views of five states
Shelburne Falls
a charming village with a glacial pothole swimming hole and Bridge of Flowers
03 National Parks & Sites
04 Insider Tips
Walk the entire Freedom Trail rather than taking a tour — it's well-marked and self-guided
Visit Cape Cod in September when beaches are warm but summer crowds have left
Skip Faneuil Hall tourist food — head to the North End for authentic Italian
The Berkshires in western MA offer world-class performing arts at Tanglewood in summer