- Our list of the best things to do in Amherst, Massachusetts, features the top 138 nearby activities — including 60 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Amherst, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Amherst, MA , followed by 117 popular activities in nearby cities, including Springfield, Northampton, Holyoke, Shelburne Falls, West Springfield, Deerfield, Greenfield, Westfield, Agawam, Charlemont, Ashfield and Chicopee
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1305 Memorial Ave, West Springfield, MA 1089
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Gain historical perspective on New England life in the bygone days at Storrowton Village Museum. Living history programs and events are offered at this recreated village of 18th and 19th century buildings. Guided tours are offered year round by appointment.
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The Big E is the sixth largest fair in the nation and is inclusive of the six New England states. Fair foods are available, livestock is on display and vendors have a variety of goods for purchase. Opens the second Friday after Labor Day and runs for seventeen days.
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Located on 375 acres of wilderness, Westfield Sportsmans Club provides a range of facilities from gun to archery ranges. Members are allowed to fish for trout in the pond located on the grounds.
19.8 Miles
The Cyr Arena Skating Rink is a public ice skating facility that includes a warming room, a concession stand, and six changing rooms. The building also has four team locker rooms and a referee room.
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Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum is a local railroad museum which offers rides on a fully restored and operational 1896 trolley as well as on an antique pump car. The visitor center contains a variety of railroad artifacts including toy trains.
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27 votes
0 Memorial Drive, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
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Candlepin bowling is on offer at Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley. Bowlers of all ages will enjoy a visit, located in downtown Shelburne Falls. Bumper bowling is available, and league bowling is offered.
19.9 Miles
A curated fine art gallery with an eclectic collection of fine art, Grow Gallery offers the works of local artists as well as a selection of unique gifts and decorative items.
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Pothole Pictures offers a variety of classic, foreign, art, and independent films at the historic Memorial Hall Theater. The community movie house also hosts special events like Meet the Filmmaker nights.
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Initially built for railroad, Bridge of Flowers is an old threstle bridge covered with a garden of flowers and offers scenic views of the river below.
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Glacial Potholes is the site of the largest collection of natural potholes as well as the largest pothole in the world. These potholes are believed to have been formed due to the erosion caused by the melting glaciers.