Visit New England

Discover the charm of New England, from its historic towns and scenic coastlines to lesser-known treasures waiting to be explored. Whether you're chasing fall foliage, indulging in fresh seafood, or uncovering the region’s deep-rooted history, we provide insights to help you make the most of your journey. With travel tips by state and season, recommendations for cultural experiences, and guides to both popular and hidden destinations, we’re here to inspire your next adventure.

Swan boats

Boston

Merrimack Valley sunset on the water

Merrimack Valley

Newport bridge and lighthouse at sunset

Newport

Little boy watching horses on beach in North of Boston

North of Boston

Plymouth

Quincy docks at sunset

Quincy

See Plymouth in Full Bloom

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Situated along the Atlantic Ocean between Boston and Cape Cod, Plymouth is a treasure trove of history, culture, cuisine and…

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USS Jamestown Rescues Irish Famine Victims in April 1847

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Forbes House Museum in Milton

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Lexington Honors Patriots Sam Adams and John Hancock at Centennial Celebration in 1875

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During the  centenary celebration of the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1875, the Town of Lexington honored…

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Massachusetts Celebrates National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025

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In celebration of National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, here is an overview of public, academic and private libraries in the…

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Riverdance 30: The New Generation

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For the past 30 years, generations of girls and boys have taken up Irish step dancing, thanks to Riverdance, one…

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Boston’s Omni Parker House: A Legend is Reborn

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The reimagined Omni Parker House, one of America’s most beloved icons, is being unveiled this summer leading up to the…

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Irish Heritage Trail

The Irish Heritage Trail, a guide to landmarks of Irish-American artists and heroes from the 1700s to the present here in Massachusetts.

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Irish Rebel John Boyle O’Reilly Helped Establish the Boston Athletic Association in 1887

Massasoit statue overlooking plymouth rock & plymouth harbor

See Plymouth in Full Bloom

USS Jamestown Rescues Irish Famine Victims in April 1847

Irish Poet + Land League Leader Fannie Parnell is Buried at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge MA

Massachusetts Celebrates National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025

American naval hero of the Revolutionary War, Commodore John Barry

John Barry, Naval Hero of the American Revolution, was born on March 25, 1745 in Wexford, Ireland

Tourism Group is Adding New Landmarks to Boston’s Irish Heritage Trail

Boston Cream Pie

Historic Omni Parker House

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George Washington statue and flowers

Meet Boston in Springtime

Dan Coll Union Oyster House Boston, MA

Dan Coll of the Union Oyster House Wins Annual Oyster Shucking Competition at this Year’s Seafood Expo in Boston

Logan Airport Passenger

Logan Airport Travel Playbook

MCCA Lawn

Big or Small, MCCA Does It All

JFK Library

Welcome to the JFK Library

Worcester common in spring

It’s Easy Being Green in Central MA

Boy looks at horseback riders on a beach north of Boston

North of Boston – A Natural Wonder

Boston Cream Pie

Historic Omni Parker House

JFK and family in a golf cart

Camelot on Cape Cod

Niall Williams

Literary Events

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North of Boston ad: So much to Sea North of Boston, Plan your next getaway: northofboston.org