What to do in Worcester, MA

Activities, attractions and tours

Worcester featuring a fountain, modern architecture and night scenes
Worcester featuring a fountain, modern architecture and night scenes
Worcester showing a park, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Worcester Central Business District
Elm Park featuring a bridge and a garden as well as a couple

Worcester Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Worcester 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

Worcester 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 Worcester 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.

Worcester 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 Worcester.

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 Worcester attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Worcester

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Union Station showing a statue or sculpture and a park

Union Station

You can learn about the history of Worcester with a trip to Union Station. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Union Station
O'Kane Hall in College of the Holy Cross with fall foliage in city of Worcester, Massachusetts MA, USA.

College of the Holy Cross

Explore the campus of College of the Holy Cross, during your trip to Worcester. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

College of the Holy Cross
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts featuring heritage elements, theater scenes and interior views

The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts

You can get tickets for a performance at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts during your trip to Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
Clark University and University Park aerial view with fall foliage in City of Worcester, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Clark University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Clark University, during your trip to Worcester. Experience the entertainment venues or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Clark University
Worcester Art Museum which includes heritage architecture and signage

Worcester Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Worcester Art Museum in Worcester. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Worcester Art Museum
Mechanics Hall showing a city and heritage architecture

Mechanics Hall

You can enjoy a show at Mechanics Hall during your stay in Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Mechanics Hall
Green Hill Park which includes a lake or waterhole

Green Hill Park

Enjoy a stop at Green Hill Park, an entertaining place to visit in Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Green Hill Park
Worcester Historical Museum showing heritage elements

Worcester Historical Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Worcester Historical Museum during your trip to Worcester. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Worcester Historical Museum
Elm Park featuring a bridge and a garden as well as a couple

Elm Park

Explore the great outdoors at Elm Park, a lovely green space in Worcester. Experience the entertainment venues or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Elm Park

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Worcester Central Business District showing heritage architecture and a city

Worcester Central Business District

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If you're spending some time in Worcester Central Business District, DCU Center and Mechanics Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Worcester Central Business District
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Piedmont

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Piedmont and surrounding area, you can visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts and Mechanics Hall.

Piedmont
very cool space in old buick dealership. great flatbread pizza, great vibe.

Shrewsbury Street

Shrewsbury Street might not have many top sights, but Union Station and EcoTarium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Shrewsbury Street
Worcester Art Museum aerial view at 55 Salisbury Street in historic downtown Worcester in Massachusetts MA, USA.

Main South

Though Main South might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fitton Baseball Field and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts.

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Union HIll

While Union HIll isn't home to many top sights, Union Station and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Franklin Plantation

While Franklin Plantation isn't home to many top sights, EcoTarium and Union Station are some notable places to visit nearby.

Franklin Plantation

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Worcester worth visiting?
Worcester has a unique mix of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into the outdoors, history or local culinary flavours, there's plenty you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Worcester?
Regatta Point Beach and John J. Binienda Memorial Beach are two good places to begin your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the dining and retail options in Worcester while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Worcester?
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts is one of the top tourist attractions in Worcester and should be high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Worcester?
Three days will give you enough time to check out the leading city attractions, including The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, Quinsigamond State Park and Regatta Point Beach. The average stay in Worcester is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Waltham isn't far away.
Is Worcester a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and leading attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Worcester is a good destination to discover on foot. Enjoy wandering between The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts and Regatta Point Beach. Then take a stroll around Worcester Central Business District, located 0.48 kilometres from the centre, and Webster Square, which is roughly 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Worcester with kids?
If you're looking for tours and attractions for all ages, take a look at these great ideas for what to do in Worcester with kids.
What to do in Worcester for adults?
Tuckerman Hall and Hart Centre are just a couple of the things to do in Worcester. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Worcester?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Worcester is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without taking your wallet out. Quinsigamond State Park is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.