The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in New England, New England

October 8, 2021 Marissa Gamble

Discover the best top things to do in New England, New England including Berkshire Mountains, St. Anthony's Monastery, Cliff Walk, Flying Horses Carousel, Portland Observatory, Mystic Seaport Museum, Benefit Street, Church Street Marketplace, New Hampshire State House, DePasquale Plaza.
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1. Berkshire Mountains

MA
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Berkshire Mountains

Mountain range in southwestern Massachusetts that is an excellent venue for fall foliage.

2. St. Anthony's Monastery

28 Beach Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04043-7628 +1 207-967-4865 [email protected] http://www.franciscanguesthouse.com/franciscan-maine-monastery.html
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4.5 based on 262 reviews

St. Anthony's Monastery

St. Anthony's Monastery is situated on a 66 acre estate with lovely rolling lawns, riverside walking paths and English Gardens.

Reviewed By NJHeart2Heart

This location has lovely walking trails throughout, and takes a gentle slope down to the water where you can see the tidal flow and the boats.

3. Cliff Walk

Newport, RI 02840-3659 401 849-8048 https://www.discovernewport.org/things-to-do/cliff-walk/
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4.5 based on 5,342 reviews

Cliff Walk

A scenic 3.5 mile walkway that borders the back lawn of The Breakers and many other Newport mansions.

Reviewed By Kirkpatd - Whitehead, United Kingdom

We parked at Easton beach (free) so you also get the benefit of the beach before you start the walk At this point the walk is pathed so very easy and on one side you get great views of the Atlantic Ocean and views back over the town. On the other side you get a view of the mansions and stately homes of the rich and famous About a mile into the walk the path becomes a little more challenging as you have to manoeuvre across rocks and uneven ground but this is not majorly difficult and you can pass with care. Make sure you have good soled shoes or trainers to give a bit more support The walk itself is about 3.5 miles and you end up at a small beach and from there you can get a trolley bus back into town if you don’t want to do the return leg Bring water, sun cream and a camera you won’t be disappointed

33 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02557 +1 508-693-9481 http://mvpreservation.org/properties/flying-horses-carousel/
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4.5 based on 387 reviews

Flying Horses Carousel

Try your luck at catching the brass ring and winning a free ride on the oldest working carousel in the U.S., which has been enchanting children and adults for over a hundred years. The 20 hand-carved horses on this official historic landmark have real horsehair manes and tails.

Reviewed By joettek2015

The kiddos loved trying to get the brass ring all while riding the oldest carousel in the country! Fun experience for all!

5. Portland Observatory

138 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101-3608 +1 207-774-5561 [email protected] http://www.portlandlandmarks.org/observatory
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4.5 based on 495 reviews

Portland Observatory

THE PORTLAND OBSERVATORY IS CLOSED FOR THE 2019 SEASON. SEE YOU IN SPRING 2020! Breathtaking views and fascinating history at America’s last standing maritime signal tower. In the 1800s, Captain Moody used this observatory to monitor the routes of ships as far as 30 miles away. Today visitors can tour a museum focusing on the history of the watch tower and get a stunning bird's-eye view of Portland and the harbor.

Reviewed By VoyageursUSA - Swarthmore, United States

We arrived at the Observatory after a long day of touring Portland. As it turned out, we saved the best for last! The structure sits atop Munjoy Hill, with a commanding view of the city and its harbor. It has an interesting history and interesting architectural features, all of which we learned about as we slowly wound our way to the top of the tower, led by Sue, our exceptional and engaging guide. Sue brought the details of the observatory to life with her wonderful gift of storytelling. Without Sue it would have been a pleasant but not exciting visit. With her, it was delightful and memorable!

6. Mystic Seaport Museum

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4.5 based on 3,309 reviews

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic Seaport Museum is the nation's leading maritime museum. Founded in 1929, the Museum is home to four National Historic Landmark vessels, including the Charles W. Morgan, America's oldest commercial ship and the last wooden whaleship in the world. The Museum's grounds cover 19 acres on the Mystic River in Mystic, CT and include a recreated 19th-century coastal village, a working shipyard, formal exhibit halls, and state-of-the-art artifact storage facilities. Mystic Seaport Museum is located one mile south of Exit 90 off I-95 in Mystic, CT.

7. Benefit Street

Providence, RI http://www.visitrhodeisland.com/listing/benefit-streets-mile-of-history/97
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

Benefit Street

A mile of history is packed onto this cobblestone street lined with historic buildings. The Nightingale-Brown House, built in 1792, home to five generations of the Nicholas Brown Family (of Brown University) is a "must see" on the block.

Reviewed By MayLehmannNYC - New York City, United States

Shy of two miles long, Benefit street is a veritable "stroll" back in history as the street highlights 18th and 19th architecture. Modern street lights are replaced by faux gas lights which only add to the charm of this street. A walk at dusk when the lights come on is a must!

8. Church Street Marketplace

Main St. Pearl St., Burlington, VT 05401 +1 802-863-1648 [email protected] http://www.churchstmarketplace.com/
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4.5 based on 1,899 reviews

Church Street Marketplace

Downtown Burlington Vermont's award-winning open air mall is a hub of activity where you'll find historical architecture, year-round festivals, street entertainers, music, over 100 places to shop and dine, and even quiet places to ponder. We invite you find out about exclusive shopping, dining and events in downtown Burlington as well as to explore the area!

Reviewed By Andres72423 - Bridgeport, United States

We spent the morning and afternoon just strolling the whole marketplace, window-shopping and and actually making some purchases. All kinds of shops-men’s store, women’s shops and boutiques, souvenirs and plenty more. The market place was a safe stroll with no actual traffic to worry about. Plenty of places to stop in and get a bite to eat or have a drink. It was nicely decorated for the holidays although while we were there it was to early to see the full affect of the lights. If you are in the area it is definitely a cool thing to do even if you don’t shop and just people watch.

9. New Hampshire State House

107 N Main St, Concord, NH 03301-4951 +1 603-271-2154 [email protected] http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/NH_Visitorcenter/whatwedo.htm
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4.5 based on 251 reviews

New Hampshire State House

NH's State House - with the oldest continuously used legislative chambers! Opened in June 1819! Home of the General Court of NH!

Reviewed By filmg

Full of nooks and crannies, this very old building exudes Yankee thrift and durability. Set amid the town, and not walled off from the flow of life, the capitol building screams New Hampshire. Live free or die!

10. DePasquale Plaza

Providence, RI +1 401-331-8240 http://places.singleplatform.com/caffe-dolce-vita/menu
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4.5 based on 106 reviews

DePasquale Plaza

Romantic area with a fountain.

Reviewed By lrv21 - Miami, United States

Live music and a piazza reminiscent of Italy. I fell in love with this town. The food was delicious and we enjoyed dancing it off after with the live music.

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