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What to do in Waltham
Popular places to visit
Fenway Park
Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.
Boston Common
The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.
Harvard University
Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.
New England Aquarium
From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.
Gillette Stadium
Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Copley Square
Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.
Boston University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Boston University, a top college in Boston. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, a top convention center in Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Harvard Square
With a visit to Harvard Square, a favorite shopping spot in Cambridge, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Areas of Waltham
Piety Corner
Piety Corner might not have many top sights, but Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation and Moody Street Historic District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Lanes
The Lanes might not have many top sights, but Lyman Estate and Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Side
Though South Side might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moody Street Historic District and Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation.
Banks Square
When in Banks Square, you can plan a visit to Moody Street Historic District and Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Waltham
If you're spending some time in North Waltham, National Archives at Boston and Beaver Brook Reservation are top sights worth seeing.
Highlands
When in Highlands, you can plan a visit to Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation and Moody Street Historic District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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