Visit Western Massachusetts: 2025 Travel Guide for Western Massachusetts, Massachusetts

Where to stay in Western Massachusetts

Springfield showing heritage architecture

Metro Center

3.5/5(242 area reviews)

Explore Springfield Armory National Park, Quadrangle museums, and enjoy over 70 clubs, bars, and restaurants in the Club Quarter. Exceptionally walkable, with easy access to I-91, I-291, and Union Station.

Forest Park

While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Park and Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center.

Boston Road

While Boston Road might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Lorraine State Park and Randall's Farm and Greenhouse.

Basketball fans will love this museum, with all kinds of amazing displays about some of the greatest basketball players, games, stats, records, and basketball history.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Titanic Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Private Little Robinhood Lake in the Berkshires , took 2 great pictures here. It was perfectly serene, later in the day and a peaceful quiet you don't often experience in this day and age.

Sherwood Forest

While there might not be top attractions in Sherwood Forest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pyramid Lake and Jacob's Pillow.

Pine Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pine Point and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Lorraine State Park and Indian Motorcycle Museum.

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Popular places to visit

Hancock which includes signage and autumn leaves

Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

4.5/5(98 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Hancock with a visit to Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Great bar and restaurant in a great area in Venice. Bar in front, restaurant tables al fresco in back; very cool. Good food, and hand crafted cocktails by a talented and enthusiastic staff.

University of Massachusetts Amherst

4.5/5(255 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Massachusetts Amherst, during your travels in Amherst. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

A road near Tanglewood. Driving through the Berkshires is never a disappointing #roadtrip

Tanglewood Music Center

5/5(150 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Tanglewood Music Center during your trip to Lenox. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Springfield which includes interior views as well as a large group of people

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

4/5(130 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Springfield. You can attend a basketball game while in the area.

Amherst College

4.5/5(125 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Amherst College, during your travels in Amherst Center. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.