Waltham

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Stroll through beautiful university campuses and learn about the Industrial Revolution in one of Middlesex County’s most charming towns.

Discover Waltham’s captivating cultural life. Located in Middlesex County, this small town is full of early American history. Learn about its role in the Industrial Revolution and explore its many museums and stately homes.

Stroll along the Riverwalk and watch the scenic Charles River. Waltham has more than 100 locations on the National Register of Historic Places. Although many are privately owned, look for them as you wander throughout town.

Explore Waltham’s watchmaking history in the American Waltham Watch Company Historic District. Between 1850 and 1957, the Waltham Watch Company produced about 35 million timepieces and precision instruments. Visit the multi-building complex today and trace watchmaking history through the years.

See the site of America’s first factory at Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. The building was originally part of American industrialist Francis Cabot Lowell's groundbreaking textile mill. Explore the museum’s exhibits and learn about the Waltham Watch Company and the town’s role in the Industrial Revolution.

Both Bentley and Brandeis universities are located in Waltham. Walk through their tree-lined, well-manicured campuses. Browse through thousands of pieces of art in Brandeis’ Rose Art Museum, with works by famous artists including Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol.

Discover Waltham’s stately homes and grounds. Visit the red-brick Federal-style Gore Place, a summer home that entertained guests including the Marquis de Lafayette and James Monroe. Tour the beautiful grounds and stylish interiors of the Lyman Estate, a rambling white stone mansion. Explore the stunning grounds of the Robert Treat Paine Estate, designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.

Enjoy beautiful New England weather at Hardy Pond and the adjacent Lazazzero Playground. Fish off the pier, jog along its trails or play a game of basketball.

From Waltham, drive along historic Revere Beach Parkway, which has connected the suburbs north of Boston since 1896. Downtown Boston is just 14 miles (23 miles) east. Reach the state’s capital by car in under 30 minutes or take the bus or commuter rail, which both run regularly.

Where to stay in Waltham

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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.

South Side
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Piety Corner

Piety Corner might not have many top sights, but Moody Street Historic District and Lyman Estate are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Piety Corner
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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.

Banks Square
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Highlands

When in Highlands, 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.

Highlands
The Beaver Brook Historic Reservation is located near Waverley Square...Massachusetts A nice little day park for a quick hike

North Waltham

If you're spending some time in North Waltham, National Archives at Boston and Beaver Brook Reservation are top sights worth seeing.

North Waltham
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The Lanes

The Lanes might not have many top sights, but Moody Street Historic District and Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Lanes
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham
3.5 out of 5
550 Winter Street, Waltham, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $171 per night from May 12 to May 13
CA $171
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,227 reviews)
"Beautiful location"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham
The Westin Waltham-Boston
The Westin Waltham-Boston
4 out of 5
70 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA
The price is CA $231 per night from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2
CA $231
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Loved how accepting of dogs you are!"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

The Westin Waltham-Boston
HYATT house Boston/Waltham
HYATT house Boston/Waltham
3 out of 5
54 4th Ave, Waltham, MA
The price is CA $194 per night from May 27 to May 28
CA $194
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

HYATT house Boston/Waltham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Crescent Suites Hotel
Crescent Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
287 Crescent Street, Waltham, MA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Waltham. Enjoy a fitness center, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (824 reviews)
"It was noisey and there were other concerns in the beginning, but after I spoke with Dana everything was as good as you could get. I was there to sleep. The bed was very comfortable. Thank you Dana."

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

Crescent Suites Hotel
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
4 out of 5
8 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Popular attractions Boston ...
8/10 Very Good! (390 reviews)
"Decent place"

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
HYATT house Boston/Burlington
HYATT house Boston/Burlington
3 out of 5
2 Van De Graaff Dr, Burlington, MA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Burlington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,179 reviews)
"A good property in a good location, BUT I was unhappy that we had to pay for parking in their open parking lot!! 😒"

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

HYATT house Boston/Burlington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Waltham

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3/5 - Okay

David
Aug. 6, 2019

I didn't visit Waltham

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller
Aug. 5, 2019

Terrible. Worst experience ever. Will not recommend it to anyone.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Jul. 23, 2019

Location is Convenient if you visit Boston or Cambridge

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
Mar. 4, 2019

Do not have an opinion on the town. Only pick the area cz iit was located between 2 other Area we were visiting.

5/5 - Excellent

MB
Dec. 28, 2018

Boston is a beautiful city the hotel might be 20 minutes drive away but worth the trip. The parking downtown Boston is costly and hard to find if not included with hotel, it was one of the reasons we picked The Residence Marriott for parking included

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