- Our list of the best things to do in Franklin, Massachusetts, features the top 528 nearby activities — including 227 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Franklin, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 13 things to do within the city of Franklin, MA , followed by 515 popular activities in nearby cities, including Providence, Cambridge, Boston, Brookline, Watertown, Framingham, Newton, Waltham, Pawtucket, Natick, Cranston, Marlborough, Wellesley, Foxboro, Quincy, Lincoln, Attleboro, Smithfield, East Providence, Dedham, Worcester, Brockton, Taunton, Milton, Cumberland, Shrewsbury, Needham, Braintree, Norwood, Lincoln, Randolph, Woonsocket, Stoughton, North Smithfield, Concord, Warwick, Warren, Medfield, Weymouth, Chatham, Chepachet and Harrisville
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Founded and conducted by musical director Patrick Botti, the Waltham Symphony Orchestra presents an array of orchestral and chamber music concerts on a seasonal basis. The symphony also plays special shows for certain occasions.
22.2 Miles
The site where Rhode Island patriots took military action against the British in 1772, Pawtuxet Village, has preserved the history and charm of yesteryear. With dozens of historic sites and homes within walking distance, bring your family today and experience the history.
22.2 Miles
Central Rock Gym is a 28,000 sq ft climbing facility with 50 ft walls, a giant boulder and lead structure and a fitness and yoga room. They offer camps, competitions and classes in yoga, hot yoga, pilates and spinning.
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Surrounded by large, shady trees and lush greenery is the Dealtry Memorial Pool. The public pool offers free entry, on site lifeguards and a 44 yard long swimming area with shallow and deep ends.
22.2 Miles
The first of its kind in Watertown, the Watertown Dog Park is an off leash park with separate fenced areas for large and smaller dogs. Owners should bring their own water and clean-up bags.
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An artist with Irish roots, Flo Markowitz specializes in watercolor and oil paintings. Her collection can be seen at her Boston area studio and include nature, floral and foliage scenes.
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Formerly a Masonic property, Prospect Park centers around a main garden area that is landscaped most of the year. Guests can also enjoy five walking and running trails with the option to bring their dogs on leashes.
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Opened in 1979, the Plumbing Museum is a museum dedicated to displaying information and exhibits solely about the trade of plumbing from history to present day. The museum is popular among fellow plumbers, tradesmen, and other curious individuals.
22.3 Miles
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65 Main Street, Watertown Square, Watertown, MA 2472
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The Armenian Library and Museum of America (ALMA) is a collection of culture, rare books and art. This collection includes Armenian textiles, ceramics, medieval lighting, ancient coins and valuable artifacts.
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Originally opened in 1916, the Chatham Orpheum Theater was the first movie house in the area. It continues to serve the community with updated projection technologies including 3-D and 6.1 Surround Sound on two theater screens.