Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northampton January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northampton](https://expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels.d9187.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northampton](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northampton.d9187.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northampton Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northampton.d9187.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northampton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northampton.d9187.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Northampton, MA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northampton Types of activities Where to stay [Northampton travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northampton.dx9187) ![Aerial of Northampton, Massachusetts, United States on a fine day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/46783554-6e5e-4d36-9d3a-424a1d0c2d52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial of Northampton, Massachusetts, United States on a fine day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/46783554-6e5e-4d36-9d3a-424a1d0c2d52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![E84RG6 Main Street, shopping district of Northampton, Massachusetts. Image shot 2014. Exact date unknown.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/017c7611-41b3-4300-889d-eab1ff9fe987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Driving through Massachusetts ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/c97a86fc-32ff-4ce9-850c-f7f708c4fef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A lot of history in Northampton, MA - Photo of the first meeting house.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/ff7e00a7-b455-492e-89ad-ced19d295052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northampton Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Northampton has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Northampton is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northampton to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Northampton Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northampton. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northampton attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Northampton | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details): CA $132 | | Top 5 things to do | [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northampton --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northampton ![The Barr Smith library of the university of Adelaide, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6315876/67c63628-17d3-47c7-bab6-53bfcb693f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Smith College Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Smith College, during your trip to Northampton. Experience the area's live music and theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Smith-College-Northampton.d6315876.Vacation-Attraction) ![Entrance to Kreidersville Red Wooden Covered Bridge on Sunny Winter Day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532666662/5c9ae3a2-89f4-4f7f-b66a-79e70e2b457d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Northampton You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Historic Northampton in Northampton. Discover the bars and its live music while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Historic-Northampton-Northampton.d553248621532666662.Vacation-Attraction) ![Large Organ in Saint-Petersburg's conservatory](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070271/63d764d8-a8a1-401e-b38a-cde4ea253b30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Academy of Music Theater You can make plans for a show at Academy of Music Theater during your stay in Northampton. Experience the area's live music and theater scene. 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While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Paradise-Pond-Northampton.d950930237156667392.Vacation-Attraction) #### Spare Time Bowling You can enjoy the entertainment at Spare Time Bowling during your trip to Northampton. Discover the bars and its live music while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Spare-Time-Bowling-Northampton.d553248621532666629.Vacation-Attraction) #### Smith College Museum of Art You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Smith College Museum of Art in Northampton. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Northampton ![City of Holyoke Aerial View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077/a6ae9a93-9456-47ed-9a14-73079804950d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Holyoke ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Northampton worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Northampton? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Northampton? ### Is three days enough to stay in Northampton? ### Is Northampton a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Northampton with kids? > - [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details) ### What to do in Northampton for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Northampton? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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