Things to do in Woburn

Activities, attractions and tours

Woburn featuring an administrative buidling and street scenes
Woburn featuring an administrative buidling and street scenes
Woburn which includes an administrative buidling and street scenes
Woburn which includes an administrative buidling and heritage elements
Woburn which includes street scenes
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1. Fenway Park

A source of great pride to Bostonians, Fenway Park is home of the world-famous Boston Red Sox baseball team. One of the oldest ballparks in the United States, no trip to Boston is complete without catching a ball game at Fenway Park.
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2. Boston Common

One of the city’s most popular attractions, the large Boston Common is as popular with Boston’s residents as it is with visitors. Covering over 20 hectares, the Common is the ideal place to take a walk, have a picnic or enjoy one of the musical performances or events that are held here throughout the year. The famous Freedom Trail also starts at Boston Common, along which you can visit a number of points of interest from the American Revolution.
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Boston Common which includes landscape views, flowers and a skyscraper

3. Harvard University

The oldest and most famous university in the United States, Harvard University has been educating the country’s brightest young minds since it was founded in 1636. Along with seven other prestigious academic institutes in the north east, Harvard University is a member of the USA’s Ivy League group of schools. The term “Ivy League” was created in the 1930s for a college football competition, and refers to the presence of the ivy plant on the university buildings.
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Harvard University showing heritage architecture

4. New England Aquarium

The jutting angles and glittering glass panels of the New England Aquarium exterior look almost like shards of ice cracking in Boston Harbor. Within its modern walls, get acquainted with the thousands of marine animals that call this aquarium home.
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New England Aquarium which includes marine life and interior views

5. Copley Square

Part of the wealthy Back Bay neighbourhood, Copley Square is a charming green square steeped in history. Historical buildings and the grand Copley Square Fountain form the backdrop for families, friends and office workers who come to relax on the grass and enjoy the great atmosphere. The Square plays host to a large famers market twice a week, and is a good place to sample the diverse local food.
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Copley Square showing a city, heritage architecture and flowers

What to do in Woburn

Popular places to visit

Fenway Park which includes a sporting event and night scenes as well as a large group of people

Fenway Park

Catch a game or take a tour at one of America’s most historic and beloved ballparks.

Fenway Park
Gillette Stadium is also home to the New England Revolution, our pro soccer team. Tickets are easy to get and not crazy expensive. And there is always a section reserved for the hooligans, who keep the energy up for the whole stadium!

Gillette Stadium

Catch an event at Gillette Stadium during your trip to Foxboro. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Gillette Stadium
Boston Common which includes landscape views, flowers and a skyscraper

Boston Common

The oldest public park in the United States, Boston Common is the ideal place to relax, unwind and soak up some history.

Boston Common
Boston's Zakim Bridge

TD Garden

Catch an event at TD Garden during your trip to Boston. Attend a sporting event or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

TD Garden
Harvard University which includes heritage architecture and a city

Harvard University

Walk in the footsteps of presidents and Nobel laureates at one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States.

Harvard University
New England Aquarium featuring marine life

New England Aquarium

From sea lions to sharks, this modern aquarium on Boston’s waterfront brings the ocean world to your fingertips.

New England Aquarium
Copley Square showing a city, heritage architecture and flowers

Copley Square

Explore some of Boston’s finest buildings, educational and arts institutions, and shopping, or simply find a patch of grass and relax.

Copley Square
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Boston Convention and Exhibition Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, a top convention centre in Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
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Northeastern University

Explore the campus of Northeastern University during your trip to Boston. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Northeastern University

Frequently asked questions

Is Woburn worth visiting?
Whether you want to experience the cultural highlights and local charm or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are many things to do in Woburn.
How do I spend a day in Woburn?
Start your day with a visit to Museum of Science and USS Constitution Museum. Then, check out different parts of Woburn for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Woburn?
The top tourist attraction in Woburn is Museum of Science, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Woburn?
Three days in Woburn is plenty of time to visit the city's main highlights. Many guests stay for two days on average. Somerville Theatre, Woburn Bowladrome and Alewife Brook Reservation are highly rated sights. Want to see more? Stick around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots like Boston.
What are some activities to do in Woburn with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all the family, check out these terrific ideas for what to do in Woburn with kids.

What to do in Woburn for adults?
Turtle Creek Winery and Cambridge Common are just a couple of the things to do in Woburn. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Woburn?
In Woburn, Somerville Theatre is a popular spot for anyone planning to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, check out the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Woburn.

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