Location: Worcester
Top Things to do in Worcester
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Worcester, Massachusetts (MA)
Worcester (/ˈwʊstər/ WUUS-tər, locally [ˈwʊstə] ( listen)) is a city and the county seat of Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. Named after Worcester, England, as of the 2010 Census the city's population was 181,045, making it the second most populous city in New England after Boston. Worcester is located approximately 40 miles (64 km) west of Boston, 50 miles (80 km) east of Springfield and 40 miles (64 km) north of Providence. Due to its location in Central Massachusetts, Worcester is known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth", thus, a heart is the official symbol of the city. However, the heart symbol may also have its provenance in lore that the mass-produced Valentine's Day card was invented in the city.
Restaurants in Worcester
1. Central Rock Gym
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Central Rock Gym is the largest indoor rock climbing gym in Central MA with 20,000 sq. ft. of climbing terrain, yoga classes, fitness classes, exercise equipment, birthday parties, summer camps, kids climbing teams, after school programs, competitions, events, corporate outings, and much more.
2. Mechanics Hall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By FrankLeeUS - Worcester, United States
It is a wonderful place to get together for any event, business or personal. Piece of history and beautifully decorated makes your event elgsnt and unforgettable for life!
3. Worcester Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 586 reviews
This central Massachusetts museum houses a collection that includes works by European and American artists as well as Asian, Greek, and Roman art.
Reviewed By Noraatc - Sudbury, United States
After 18 months of virtual museum visits I have finally made a real trip to the museum where I spent four hours. It is funny how I travel all over the world and miss out on spectacular treasures in my own neck of the woods. So today I ventured to the Worcester Museum of Fine Arts (40 minutes drive from my house) and enjoyed its fantastic collection of paintings, antiquities and decorative art. The museum owns phenomenal El Greco’s “Mary Magdalene”, Claude Monet’s “Waterloo Bridge” and yet another version of his “Lilies”, this time in pale pink, stunning “Golfe Juan” by Paul Signac, Gauguin’s “Brooding Woman”... just to name a few... Some of the most remarkable treasures of this fantastic museum are its huge mosaics from Antioch (the lost ancient city) and its meticulously rebuilt 12th century Chapter House of the Benedictine Priory of Saint John at Le Bas-Nueil. Also, I was lucky to see two very interesting exhibitions: “The Art of Kimono” and “What the Nazis Stole from Richard Neumann”. The latter presents 14 paintings and sculptures from the once extensive art collection of Dr. Richard Neumann. They were regained by Dr.Neumann’s family after 75 years of tireless efforts to get them back.
4. Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial
5. Worcester Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Worcester Historical Museum (WHM) is the only institution solely devoted to the preservation, interpretation, and collection of Worcester History. WHM includes a research library of over 7,000 titles, an archive that houses thousands of documents, and a collection of artifacts, all vital to the study of Worcester History. A few examples of WHM's holdings include correspondence of abolitionist Abby Kelley Foster, Blackstone Canal Company records, Civil War era diaries and letters, artifacts related to Worcester's industrial, weaponry from the colonial era through World War II, paintings and sculptures, and a significant costume and textile collection.WHM also owns and operates Salisbury Mansion, Worcester's only historic house museum. Built in 1772, it has been restored to its 1830s appearance and one of the best documented historic houses in New England.Worcester History is interpreted through a calendar of exhibitions, educational programming, tours and publications. WHM features both permanent installations and changing exhibitions.
6. Green Hill Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By RhodesLessTraveled - Worcester, United States
We visit this park to walk our dogs outside of our usual routine. It has a great path, and tons of open space. Recommend for people with pets, families with children, or just looking for a nice green open space.
7. The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 472 reviews
The Hanover Theatre continues to draw over 170,000 patrons annually with world-class performances and headlining acts including touring Broadway hits ("Les Miserables," "Mary Poppins," "Jersey Boys"); comedians (Steve Martin, George Carlin, Dave Chappelle); musical acts (Neil Young, Aretha Franklin, The Moody Blues, Diana Ross); and everything in between ("A Christmas Carol," Maya Angelou, Rudy Giuliani, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre).Consistantly ranked by POLLSTAR as one of the Top Theatres in the World, the theatre opened in March of 2008 following a $32 million historic renovation. Since opening, the theatre has established its place as a world-class performing arts venue, acting as a catalyst for the economic development of downtown Worcester. Worcester Center for Performing Arts, is a registered not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, owns and operates The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Reviewed By V4239HZfrankm
This beautifully restored theater has great seating options for shows. Being a smaller venue keeps you close to the action.
8. Fitton Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By patriciak504
It is always a treat to visit this field to watch my son play ball. Easy parking, very clean facility. There are even some shaded areas for those who are sun sensitive. A great place for families to enjoy baseball.
9. Union Station
10. EcoTarium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 269 reviews
Experience hands-on exhibits and make new discoveries, indoors and outdoors, at the EcoTarium in Worcester. As New England's leading museum for science and nature, the EcoTarium offers three floors of interactive exhibits, exciting shows in the Alden Digital Planetarium: A National Geographic Theater, daily Science Discovery programs, live animal habitats, nature trails through forest and meadow environments, and unlimited play in the expansive Nature Explore(R) Outdoor Exhibit. Rain or shine, summer or winter, there's always something fun for the whole family to discover at the EcoTarium.
Reviewed By danimax2016 - Wilmington, United States
Our Cub Scout pack spent the night here and what a memorable experience for the kids!! The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and ran a tight ship, which was exactly what our group needed. Ours was the space themed program and the planetarium was a great space to learn interesting facts about our solar system. The staff also engaged the kids with great activities (including an egg drop!) and there was plenty of time to explore this very interactive museum. It was a great space to sleepover as well - our family slept near the turtles and opossum, others slept in the darkness of the Africa room, and those who preferred more like slept near more open spaces. Each was located very near super clean bathrooms- a must for an overnight adventure with 20 6-11 year olds!
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