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North Reading, MA , USA

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North Reading

Dive into the charm of North Reading, MA, where small-town vibes dance with nature's beauty! Stroll through scenic parks, savor delicious local eats, and explore delightful boutiques. Catch a sunset at the serene Lake Quannapowitt, or join fun community events that pulse with friendly energy. This hidden gem is your next must-visit escape! 🌳✨

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Outdoor4.7/5

Ipswich River Park

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Benevento Memorial Field

Landmark4.4/5

Maguire Field

Outdoor4.7/5

Clarke Park

Outdoor4/5

Eisenhaures Pond Park

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Landmark5/5

Arthur J. Kenney Field

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E. Ethel Little School

Outdoor4.7/5

Rita Mullin Field

Nestled in North Reading, Rita Mullin Field boasts beautifully maintained sports facilities and a vibrant community atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for family gatherings, athletic events, and local celebrations.

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North Reading High School

Culture4.8/5

Flint Memorial Library - North Reading

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Landmark4.2/5

North Reading Town Hall

Landmark5/5

Kids Spot

Landmark3.3/5

Ipswich River Skatepark

Landmark5/5

Reverend Daniel Putnam House 1720

Landmark5/5

North Reading Historical & Antiquarian Society

Eat$$$4.2/5

Kitty's Restaurant & Lounge

Eat$$$4.4/5

Horseshoe Grille

Cafe$$4.6/5

Suko Cafe

Eat$$4.6/5

The Hornet's Nest Sub Shop

Eat4.2/5

Joe Fish

Stays

Stay$$$4.4/5

Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Woburn

Located just 13 miles from downtown Boston, Residence Inn Boston Woburn offers easy access to major highways and the commuter rail, making it perfect for both business and leisure travelers. Nearby attractions include Burlington, Lexington, Andover, and Tewksbury. Enjoy our comfortable studios and suites, each featuring fully equipped kitchens with a refrigerator, cooktop, microwave, and coffee maker—ideal for extended stays. Unwind in our heated indoor pool or stay fit in the on-site fitness center. Additional conveniences include same-day dry cleaning, a 24-hour convenience store, and coin-operated laundry. Ample complimentary parking is available. Residence Inn Boston Woburn combines comfort and convenience for a memorable stay.

Stay4.4/5

Hampton Inn Boston Bedford Burlington

Surrounded by many historical sites and cities, including Lexington, and a short drive from downtown Boston, this hotel offers modern accommodations and a free daily hot breakfast. The Hampton Inn Bedford-Burlington is only minutes from the Minuteman National Historic Park, the Lexington Battlefield and the Bedford Library, home to the oldest flag in the United States. A number of shopping centers, including Burlington Mall, as well as scenic parks are also nearby. Before discovering the rich history in the area surrounding the Bedford-Burlington Hampton Inn, guests can take advantage of a variety of modern amenities, including free high-speed internet access.

Stay4.4/5

Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston / Andover

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston/Andover in Andover offers family rooms with air-conditioning, kitchen facilities, and free WiFi. Each room includes a sofa bed, work desk, and free toiletries. <h2>Fitness and Amenities</h2> Guests can utilise the fitness centre and business area. Additional facilities include a lift, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking. <h2>Local Attractions</h2> Located 14 km from Canobie Lake Park and 37 km from Laurence G. Hanscom Field Airport, the hotel is near Tours R Us (3.9 km) and Nevins Memorial Library (7 km). <h2>Guest Favorites</h2> Guests appreciate the breakfast provided by the property, room comfort, and cleanliness.

Stay4.15/5

Four Points by Sheraton Wakefield Boston Hotel & Conference Center

Located in Wakefield, the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel is 26.5 km from Boston and is 15.2 km to Salem and other North Shore areas. Each room features a flat-screen cable TV and coffee-making facilities. Guests staying at the Four Points by Sheraton Wakefield Boston Hotel & Conference Center can enjoy on-site dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner for a surcharge at Market Street Bar & Grill. The Peabody Essex Museum and the Salem Witch Museum are 15.3 km from the hotel and the Faneuil Hall is 26.5 km away.

Stay$$$3.95/5

Crowne Plaza Boston - Woburn by IHG

Featuring an on-site restaurant, indoor pool and free shuttles within a 8 km radius, this Woburn, Massachusetts hotel is 10 km from Stone Memorial Zoo. Its spacious rooms offer free Wi-Fi. Each room at Crowne Plaza Boston - Woburn provides a desk, comfortable seating area and cable TV. The contemporary rooms also have a coffee maker. Room service is available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at Scoreboard Sports Bar and Grill, featuring steaks, fresh seafood and Italian cuisine. The hotel offers a convenience store and car rentals. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of the on-site gym and business center. Crowne Plaza Woburn is 21.8 km from the University of Harvard. It is within 22.5 km of Boston and 27 km of General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport.

Stay$$$3.9/5

Hilton Garden Inn Boston-Burlington

This Burlington, Massachusetts hotel is off Interstate 95 and just 14 miles from downtown Boston. Enjoy in-room conveniences like a microwave, mini-fridge, work space, and free WiFi. The pet-friendly Hilton Garden Inn Boston-Burlington has a restaurant, which offers breakfast and dinner. Guests at the hotel can work in the business center or purchase snacks and beverages at the 24/7 Shop. The hotel has a fitness center and indoor pool to recharge and relax. Hilton Garden Inn Boston-Burlington is 17 miles from Wellesley College and within a 20-minute drive to Concord and Lexington. We offer a free shuttle to the Amtrak station and free on-site parking.

Stay4.4/5

The Cove Hotel

Stay4.2/5

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Woburn/Boston North

Looking for a cozy retreat just outside of bustling Boston? Courtyard by Marriott Boston Woburn/Boston North is your perfect pit stop! Located in the charming Unicorn Park, this hotel offers stylish rooms, a fitness center, and a delicious bistro. Be sure to snap a pic of the cute unicorn statues outside!

Stay3.4/5

Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn offers a charming blend of historic elegance and natural beauty, with scenic views of Lake Quannapowitt, making it a perfect getaway for relaxation and outdoor activities in Wakefield, MA.

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5/5
6 h

Full-Day Minivan Tour of Revolutionary Boston, Lexington and Concord

Immerse yourself in our colonial history! On this six-hour driving tour, you will see the sights and hear the stories of Boston's colonial past narrated by a professional historian and experienced guide with ample opportunities for taking pictures. This is an excellent tour for seasoned historians and students alike. A meal break will be taken in Concord or elsewhere as directed.

$975.00
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5/5

Salem Merchants and Mansions Guided Architecture Walking Tour

All ages Spring/summer only Merchants & Mansions Architecture Tour Salem has one of the most naturally varied collections of historic structures in the country, spanning nearly 400 years. Come learn about how the inhabitants of Salem have kept their city comfortable, livable, and beautiful for centuries! From First Period to Georgian, Federal to Brutalist, Salem has some of everything. Your guide will wind you through the cobblestoned streets, discovering hidden gems, and viewing dozens of historic buildings and structures, as well as learning the fascinating stories behind them, from Salem's days as the wealthiest city in the country in the 18th century, to the great fire that nearly destroyed it all! Tours run RAIN or SHINE. We do NOT cancel for weather. For a full refund, you must cancel 24 hours prior.

$36.00
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5/5
4 h

Salem half day private tour from Boston

If you've always wanted to visit this infamous town, then let's do it during your visit to Boston. This half day Boston to Salem tour consists of: - Downtown Boston pick up, ~45 minute drive to Salem - Stories of what happened before, during & after the Salem Witch trials - Walking tour of movie scenes, sites and fun facts of Salem - Go into one of the main Salem attractions (entry fee not included, and availability not guaranteed) - 45 minute drive back to Boston If you'd rather skip going into any of the sites, we use that time to take you to Marblehead for some amazing ocean views. The return journey and tour is 4 hours, we're happy to customize it to accomplish the things you're most interested in.

$695.00
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5/5
6 h

Salem & North Shore Full Day Private Tour from Boston

Take a break from your Boston city break with this scenic private tour. There's lots of ocean views, rocky coastline, a bit of shopping and even some witch history. We keep this full day itinerary flexible to let you customize the tour but here's a feel for what we'll see. Pick up in Downtown Boston, taking the 60 minute highway drive to Manchester-by-the-Sea, where we pick up the scenic back roads. We'll take a picturesque country road to Gloucester, where we stop to walk along the waters edge to the Fisherman's memorial statue. We'll continue the scenic drive to Rockport, where there's a great collection of cute stores to browse and views to admire. Then drive to Salem, where we have time for a short walking tour around the main sites and historic spots. To finish out the day we'll squeeze in a few more ocean views on our drive back to Boston. We'll stop along the way for lunch (not included in price of tour).

$995.00
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5/5
6 h

Boston, Lexington and Concord Revolutionary War Car Tour

This private car tour is comprehensive enough for any history buff, but as interesting in other ways for non history nerds. It's a unique combination of the Revolutionary War sites in Boston and Cambridge that you won't have seen. Then onto Lexington and Concord to see the towns where the "shot heard round the world" was fired. We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant, and lesser known sites along the way giving a detailed account of events in April 1775. For those less interested in the details of the battles, there's the option to visit the home of Louisa May Alcott or just take some time to enjoy the pretty main street of Concord. The itinerary gives the list of sites we'll visit, but timings are flexible to let us spend time at the places you're most interested in. We'll also stop for lunch (not included in price of tour) and there's plenty of photo opportunities.

$995.00
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5/5
6 h

Boston, Cambridge, Lexington and Concord Private Car Tour

This is an action packed private day tour of the sites, history and events of the Revolutionary War era in Boston, Cambridge Lexington & Concord. We drive the Freedom Trail with stories of the city's 400 year history, the events, people and sites which led up to the war. In the oldest neighborhoods of the city, we'll give context to historic events like the Boston Tea Party, Boston Massacre and Battle of Bunker Hill. We'll take a quick walking tour of Harvard, explain the role it played in the start of the war and where George Washington himself spent time. A 10 mile drive gets us to Lexington Green where we take in the significance of the site and the story of what happened that night in April 1775. Next the picturesque town of Concord, to the Old North Bridge and how the second battle of the war took the British by surprise. Pick up and drop off in Downtown Boston, a stop for lunch along the way (not included in price of tour) and as light or heavy on history as you'd like.

$995.00
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5/5

Salem Through a New Lens: Anniversary of Joseph White Murder

A walking tour and photography workshop in one! Experience a fascinating, in-depth exploration of Salem’s most notorious murder with a local guide. Along the way, a local photographer will help you get some great images of the beautiful historic sites you visit. Join our professional photographer and experienced tour guide Rebecca for a fascinating exploration of Salem’s most notorious murder. The death of aged sea Captain Joseph White was not just a personal tragedy to the families involved. It was a sign of the times that Salem’s identity as a wealthy and successful seaport was sinking into the horizon. The story of the murder became an international sensation and influenced authors Edgar Allen Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne. **Bring your DSLR camera or Cell phone with extra batteries for this tour! Dive deep into the details of a true crime murder mystery. Take a walk with us!

$36.00
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5/5

Salem Bewitched Tour With Tarot Reading

This tour is designed for who is interested in esotericism, clairvoyance, history and mystery Join us for a thrilling Psychic and Witch walking tour in Salem, MA! This tour is designed for who is interested in esotericism, clairvoyance and mystery as you are not only going to learn about the dark and mysterious history of Salem, the infamous "Witch City." But also, you going to experience a clairvoyance tarot and palmistry session by your tour guide who is a renowned professional tarot reader, numerologist and master in palmistry. Get ready to explore Salem and discover the chilling tales of the Salem Witch Trials as we walk through the historic streets. In this tour you'll learn about the accused witches, their trials, and the superstitions that gripped the town centuries agoDon't miss out on this captivating journey through Salem's bewitching past!

$135.00
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5/5

Salem Witch Tour

Learn about how the city once known for the infamous Salem Witch Trials has become the home of one of the largest communities of Wiccans and pagans in the US. This tour seamlessly blends history and magic. Not only is this a history tour but it is a tour of the present as well as the past, and delves into esoterica. You will meet some of Salem's most famous magical practitioners and visit the main witchcraft shops in Salem, where you can buy magical herbs and potions, candles, and books about the art of witchcraft. This tour is not only in your own language, but also much more in-depth Tours are personalized for each tour group. Optional suggestion you can receive a tarot and palm reader for an additional cost by the tour guide who is also a professional tarot reader and master in palmistry.

$80.00
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5/5
2 h

Ghosts of Christmas Past a Haunted Holiday Stroll in Salem

“Ghosts of Christmas Past”: a Haunted Holiday Stroll Uncover Salem’s fascinating and ghostly holiday history, from strict Puritan bans on Christmas making it illegal even to celebrate, to Victorian Holiday ghost stories originally told around the fireside. With warm Yuletide cheer, we examine ancient customs of Yule and other Pagan winter solstice traditions of Krampus, Frau Perchten “the Christmas Witch”, and Mary Lwyd! Spend your holiday season with us for a storytelling experience you’ll never forget.

$35.00
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5/5
1 h

Spooky Ramen Tours

Allie Del Franco is a local with experience living in NYC and Hollywood. She brings both history with humor on the tour - a perfect combination for your Salem trip. All ages enjoy this tour (families, couples, single travelers) and she provides a custom experience to all including walking to other locations after the tour. and KIDS FREE!

$24.00
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5/5
8 h

Salem Full Day Private Tour from Boston

Enjoy a private pickup and ride to historic Salem with your guide. Walk the streets where hysteria once ruled, and learn about the Puritan past that shaped daily life in early New England. Uncover the tragic history of the witch trials during a visit to the moving Witch Trials Memorial. Discover Salem's prosperity during the "Old China Trade," when ships sailed to Asia and returned with exotic goods like silk and porcelain, making it one of the wealthiest towns in the early United States and home to the country's first millionaire. See how this era shaped the city beyond the witch trials with a visit to the Salem Maritime National Historic Site. You'll have 1.5 hours of free time to grab lunch and browse for souvenirs, from classic mementos to mystical finds like tarot decks and potion ingredients. Afterward, we'll continue exploring Salem's landmarks before your private ride returns you to Boston.

$446.50
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5/5
1 h

Salem Witch Trials Walking Tour

North Shore Tours Presents: An exclusive small group walking tour that explores the real events of 1692. Learn how accusations, spectral evidence, and fear spread through colonial Massachusetts and led to the Salem Witch Trials.

$30.19
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5/5

Salem Movie Town tour Hocus Pocus Film locations Tour

North Shore Tours Presents: A unique small group tour into Salem's long history with the film industry and Hollywood. We will stop at several iconic filming locations from different movies and tv series that have been filmed in or take place in Salem.

$30.19
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5/5
2 h 30 mins

Tides Tales and Treasures A Salem Waterfront Walking Tour

Ahoy Mateys! Did you know that Salem was one of the most important ports of call in the United States? This historic walking tour dives deep into early American maritime history discovering trade, trade routes, privateers, slavery, and the pirates that plundered from everyone. From the far reaches of the ocean port down to to the tall ships that made these voyages. We discuss all of it. Explore Salem’s own Derby Wharf, learn about the men that risked their lives faring the world’s oceans and the men that profited from all of it. Next we explore an actual pirate shipwreck found off the coast of Massachusetts at The Real Pirates Salem museum experience which features the true tale of “Black Sam” Bellamy – the richest and one of the youngest pirates of all time – and Maria Hallett, the love of his life and so-called “Witch of Wellfleet.”

$49.00
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5/5
2 h

Private Cultural Walk Through Historic Salem’s Legends

This private cultural walking tour reveals the fascinating heritage and enduring mysteries of Salem, one of America’s most historic and storied destinations. Explore the city's historic streets, where centuries of cultural transformation, maritime prosperity, and legendary events have shaped a place renowned for its unique identity. Discover architectural landmarks and heritage sites that preserve the stories of a community whose history continues to captivate visitors from around the world. With a heritage rooted in the early chapters of American history, Salem offers a compelling journey through cultural evolution, social change, and historical remembrance. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

$769.00
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5/5
1 h

History and Culture Storytelling Walking Tour of Salem

Step beyond Salem’s most familiar legends on this storytelling walk through history, culture, and the people who shaped the city. A Storytelling Walk Through Salem brings the streets to life through engaging narratives that connect Salem’s maritime heritage, local traditions, and evolving community. As your guide leads the way, discover how history and culture intertwine in the places you pass, revealing stories that many visitors overlook while gaining a deeper understanding of the city beyond the headlines of the past.

$26.50
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5/5
1 h

Learn about the Salem Witch Trials Spanish Language Tour

Spanish-speaking Tour. Learn about the historical, shocking, and very interesting Salem Witch Trials from a local Spanish-speaking tour guide. Hear the stories of the victims, the accusers, and the powerful people who make the Witch trials happen. Walk through the streets that have history that is still alive in our hearts.

$28.00
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5/5
1 h 20 mins

A Veterans Guide to Salem's Military History Tour

North Shore Tours Presents: One of Salem's most unique History tours, presented by a veteran who has traveled to war memorial sights, museums, and battlefields around the world. Offering an in-depth look at an often forgotten part of Salem's rich 400-year history. A place for veterans and history fans to connect and share stories.

$30.19
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5/5
6 h

Cambridge, Lexington, & Concord: Private Revolutionary War Tour

Immerse yourself in this Revolutionary War full-day driving tour which will take you on a journey to explore the significant sites of the American Revolution. You will explore the historic towns of Cambridge, Lexington, and Concord, where the American Revolution began. This tour will bring to life the places you learned about in your history classes, and give you the chance to remember the famed moments, while also challenging the nostalgic, hackneyed stories that don’t quite capture the full reality of the revolutionary period. Whether you’re a history aficionado or someone who is curious about the war but also curious to explore the towns aside from their history, your driver guide will be perfectly able to tailor the itinerary for you, giving you plenty of time to ask questions or to walk through the towns and browse as well.

$480.00
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