Highlands
Lowell
Popular places to visit
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your stay in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Concord River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Concord River during your travels in South Lowell. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Boott Cotton Mills Museum
You can study the exhibits at Boott Cotton Mills Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cambodia Town
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Cambodia Town during your stay in Lowell.
Lowell Heritage State Park
You can take time to visit Lowell Heritage State Park during your travels to Lowell.
Tsongas Arena
Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Highlands
Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
A bit outdated, stains on the couch and the shower smelt bad. Not horrible for the price
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Waltham Boston
The first night we were in a room where there was constant noise due to the elevator going up and down. It sounded like someone was hammering outside our bedroom all day and night. We then ask to be moved to another room. The third night there was no hot water so we couldn't take a shower comfortably. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
yes
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hilton Boston/Woburn
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
All good including price.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Boston Marriott Newton
Everything was great ! Great room and it was clean - The amenities were a perk too. Breakfast was 8/10. The only thing is Expedia had me pay $22 extra for breakfast that ended up being free regardless….
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
The Acre
While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit and American Textile History Museum.
Downtown Lowell
While visiting Downtown Lowell, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Lowell National Historical Park.
South Lowell
While there might not be top attractions in South Lowell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Lowell National Historical Park.
Belvidere
While visiting Belvidere, you might make a stop by sights like Concord River and Merrimack Repertory Theater.
