Location: Amherst
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Amherst (/ˈæmərst/ ( listen)) is a town in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States, in the Connecticut River valley. As of the 2010 census, the population was 37,819, making it the highest populated municipality in Hampshire County (although the county seat is Northampton). The town is home to Amherst College, Hampshire College, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst, three of the Five Colleges. The name of the town is pronounced without the h ("AM-erst"), giving rise to the local saying, "only the 'h' is silent", in reference both to the pronunciation and to the town's politically active populace.
Restaurants in Amherst
1. Mount Holyoke Range State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By judyhE4831TD - Belchertown, United States
A moderate hike resulting in some stunning views of the Valley at the Summit. The Summit House was closed for repairs - hope to get back up there soon!
2. Amherst Cinema Arts Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Amherst Cinema is a non-profit, independent theater. Our mission is to inspire, inform and entertain through the universal language of cinema arts and to serve as a cultural and educational resource for all. The core of our programming at Amherst Cinema is first-run independent film and classic repertory. We show over 120 superb films each year - most are first-run gems not even considered by commercial cineplexes. Decisions about film selection are made by our programming experts who know film and who know our audiences, not - as with many multiplex theaters - by a central office in a distant location. HISTORY 1926: The Amherst Theater opened in a renovated livery building in downtown Amherst, MA. It screened many classic films and hosted occasional stage performances. 1955: the theater was sold to Samuel Goldstein and renamed Amherst Cinema. Through the 1990s, the building deteriorated due to a lack of basic maintenance. The theater closed in 1999. 2000: a group of local film buffs and arts lovers formed the nonprofit Amherst Cinema entity to save the historic structure from the auction block. With substantial help from hundreds of individuals, institutions and businesses, the group raised funds and developed plans for a cinema center. 2006: With help from hundreds of supporters, we raised nearly $3,000,000 for the Amherst Cinema's home. In May 2006, our nonprofit organization broke ground to build a new, state-of-the-art, three-screen cinema. The Amherst Cinema opened November 22, 2006. 2013: A new studio theater was opened adjacent to the main building.
Reviewed By 663lenb
A movie house with five screens, different size theaters, terrific choices each week among films, film-loving audiences.
3. Elements Hot Tub Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
A local, award-winning day spa located in the bustling town of Amherst, MA. Private hot tub rooms, therapeutic massage & spa treatment services!
Reviewed By tlpc54 - Marblehead, United States
Don’t hesitate just book! I went last night with my boyfriend. We booked the Pueblo sunset package which was 30 min private hot tub and steam room followed by a 90 min hot stone massage. It was absolute perfection! We were asked to arrive 15 min early to fill out paperwork. The waiting room was small, warm and cozy. There was a fire place, tea and water (Do your self a favor and grab a bottle of water to bring in the hot tub/steam room with you). We were asked which aromatherapy we would like in the steam room; which was set up while we filled out our paperwork. We were led to our room which was actually surprisingly large. Inside there was a large hot tub and a two person steam room/shower. There were mesh bags hanging (with a bathrobe and flip flops for each of us), towels and hooks/bench for your things and shampoo/conditioner in the steam room/shower. They explained that we had 30 min and they would flash the lights when we had 5 min left. The room was warm and lit with small candles, the lights were dim and calming music was playing. You could move freely from the hot tub to the sauna. 30 min was the perfect amount of time. When our time was up we dressed in the provided robes/flip flops, put our clothes in the mesh back and were led to the massage room. The therapists reviewed our intake paperwork, asked a few basic questions and left the room for us to get comfortable and de-robe. Patricia was my therapist and was truly amazing. She made me feel very comfortable from the moment I walked in. I would honestly make the 2 hour drive back for a massage from her ANYTIME! My boyfriend equally loved his therapist but I unfortunately didn’t catch her name. Overall it was very clean and welcoming. I left feeling like a goddess. I without a doubt will be back. This was a perfect couples get away weekend. *No need to bring anything with you except a bathing suit if you choose (no one enters the hot tub/sauna room). There is extra parking in the back if you cant find parallel parking on the street.
4. The Hangar Pub and Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By mtelamrd
Now that the Hangar is associated with the Amherst Brewing Co., it's a one stop shop. Great local beer with their awesome wings. Plenty of TV to catch local (UMASS) sporting events as well as regional and national happenings. Friendly and efficient wait staff and a wonderful rotating draft beer selection. Must visit if in the Amherst area.
5. Puffer's Pond
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By BilB126357 - Boston, United States
Puffer's Pond was very beautiful in general! There was a gorgeous pond where people could swim. The only thing wrong with the pond is that there are multiple signs saying what you cannot do there, one of those things being smoking. Yet, there were multiple people smoking in plain sight at the pond. Then there was a stunning forest to hike through! The forest was enchanting, there was a hut that someone made, and train bridge that went over the river there. The hike was not difficult, except for a few small hills. The hike was overall really enjoyable. But, be careful where you step and where you walk. My eldest daughter was crossing a bridge that goes over the river, and as she was walking, some horrible large black flying bug stung her on the leg! From what I could tell, the sting was very painful since she was crying a lot, and it hurt for her to walk on that leg for the rest of the day. Overall, besides the smokers and the bug sting, I really recommend Puffer's Pond! Absolutely beautiful!!
6. The Notch
7. Amherst Farm Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By marshfield57 - Marshfield, United States
We were attracted to the winery by the unique Giant foot model in their parking lot as well as the beautiful surroundings.. My husband, son , his girlfriend and I did the wine tasting, then enjoyed a glass with the picnic we brought afterward. Relaxing and fun.
