Location: Wellesley
Top Things to do in Wellesley
Top 10 Things to do in Wellesley, Massachusetts (MA)
Wellesley /ˈwɛlzliː/ is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. Wellesley is part of Greater Boston. The population was 27,982 at the time of the 2010 census. In 2008, Wellesley had the 3rd highest median household and family incomes in all of Massachusetts. In 2018, data from the American Community Survey revealed that Wellesley was the 7th wealthiest city in the United States. It is best known as the home of Wellesley College, Babson College, and a campus of Massachusetts Bay Community College.
Restaurants in Wellesley
1. Lake Waban
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By pyrolithos - Bloomfield Hills, United States
We were tired of being indoors at our daughter's house so we went to the Campus of Wellesley College and discovered this beautiful Lake (Waban) There is a path that goes around it - perhaps a half hour to 45 minute walk depencding on your pace. Peaceful and very scenic.
2. Temple Beth Elohim
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Temple Beth Elohim is a community deeply committed to spiritual searching, the study of ethics and morality, the pursuit of justice, and deeds of loving kindness. TBE is a community with a diverse population of over 1,200 families from more than 37 communities throughout Greater Boston.
3. Clever Hand Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
The Clever Hand Gallery is an artisans cooperative selling fine crafts by local New England artists.
4. Joyful Kitchen
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A boutique cooking school that encourages hands-on learning and feasting. Whether you're looking to meet new people, gather a group of friends, or celebrate a special occasion, you are sure to have a fun and memorable cooking experience at Joyful Kitchen and leave knowing how to create tasty new dishes.
5. Wellesley College Greenhouses
6. Wasik's Cheese Shop
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By douglasg73
Remarkable cheese shop. One of the best selections of cheese in the Northeast USA. Indeed, the best shop I have been to in my life, including a fabulous store I used to frequent in the two years I worked on the Upper East Side of New York City. This is a family business, and the Wasik family are, in addition to having phenomenal knowledge about cheese, the most pleasant people whom I have ever met. The personal service is truly old world. They have a limited number of wines with which they will help you pair the cheese. Their selection is outstanding although this tends to be high end wine and pricey. The are very knowledgeable about the pairing, Do not hesitate to ask for help. In summary, if you love cheese, it is worth the trip from Boston to Wellesley. There is not much else to do in Wellesley except to see the college (which is currently closed due to COVID-19) but you could buy yourself a wonderful lunch to take to the beach!
7. Massachusetts Horticultural Society's The Gardens at Elm Bank
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
Mass Hort’s 36-acre hands-on Gardens at Elm Bank offers adults and children the opportunity to experience, enjoy and learn about plants and the environment. The site includes various garden spaces from the historic Italianate Garden to the educational New England Trial Garden to the whimsical Weezie’s Garden for Children. Several plant societies and garden clubs have also installed permanent demonstration and display gardens at the Gardens at Elm Bank.
Reviewed By noelf190
The gardens are maintained by the Mass Horticultural Society providing a beautiful venue for a walk through well-tended gardens. The campus it a great spot for a wedding! The Festival of Trees in the time leading up to Christmas offer fun for the family with wagonrides and the opportunity to win one of the cleverly decorated trees for your home. Great for the whole family or for a quiet stroll alone. Hidden gem!
8. Bella Sante Day Spa Med Spa
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
Our Day Spa is the Winnner of the Most Best of Boston Awards! We are a complete day spa and provide Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Prenatal Massage, Sports Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Personalized Facials, Anti-Aging Facials, Antioxidant Facials, Nails, Spa Manicure, Spa Pedicure, French Nails, Pregnancy Pedicure, Beautiful Gift Cards, Instant Personalized Gift Certificate, Hair Removal, Waxing, Bikini, Brazilian Bikini, LA Bikini, Brow Shaping, Skin Care, Body Bronzing, Resurfacing Peels, Personalized Body Treatments.
Reviewed By Bmp4026
I had a wonderful experience at Bella Sante in Wellesley. This is my second time with Payton, who is so very professional, experienced and knowledgeable. She helped my skin, which is prone to acne at the moment, to glow; and also made the facial to be a very relaxing experience. I highly recommended her!
9. Davis Museum at Wellesley College
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
The Davis Museum at Wellesley College is one of the oldest and most acclaimed academic art museums in the United States. Dynamic gallery presentations and richly varied temporary exhibitions create an environment that encourages visual literacy, inspires new ideas, and fosters involvement in the arts as a vital element of cross-disciplinary teaching and study.
Reviewed By aggada
Wellesley College does an amazing job attracting known and little known artists to exhibit in the museum. The museum also owns a large collection of important art and archaeological artifacts. Their displays are always intriguing and well-thought out.
10. J. Todd Galleries
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
In business since 1980, J. Todd Galleries handles work by over 200 artists, almost all of whom are living and working today in the U.S. and around the world. Available works include a very broad range of styles, sizes, subjects and prices from $100 to $40,000 and a few higher. We have one of the most comprehensive collections of artwork for sale in New England.
