Gillette Castle

Gillette Castle was designed by William Gillette. He was an American actor who famously portrayed Sherlock Holmes on stage. There is a system of hidden mirrors for surveillance of the public rooms from the master bedroom that was built by Gillette.

The castle itself is definitely worth a visit, but after the tour, make sure to hike on the grounds of the Gillette Castle State Park, located on the chain of hills called the Seven Sisters, and overlooking the Connecticut River. The Park features lots of picturesque trails.

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Mystic Seaport

Mystic Seaport is the largest maritime museum in the world. For young kids, there is an educational, hands-on program.

The town of Mystic has a variety of things to do. There are restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries.

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Tanglewood

Kick back, relax, and enjoy the music.

Tanglewood is a music venue in Lenox and Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

Since 1937, it has been the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

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Six Flags

Six Flags requires no explanation. Head down to Springfield, Massachusetts for a day of roller coasters, carnival food, and memories.

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Boston Freedom Trail

Along the way of this 2.5 mile walk, you will encounter 16 historical Boston sites, most of them pertaining to the Revolutionary War era.

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Mount Adams

Mount Adams is the second-highest mountain in New Hampshire. It’s an 8.6 mile hike that features a bit of rock scrambling and an often misty, rugged summit with scenic views.

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Newport Cliff Walk

This is the famous Newport Cliff walk, a 3.5 mile trail sandwiched between two extremes: harsh ocean cliffs and glamorous mansions. Generally, it is a fairly easy walk with little elevation change, but there are a few places rough patches where good footwear is necessary.

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Old Sturbridge Village

Experience living history at Old Sturbridge Village. The museum depicts life in New England from 1790-1840.

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Southwick's Zoo

One of the best zoos in New England, Southwick's Zoo has over 100 species of animals and 300 acres to boot.

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Purgatory Chasm

This is a short, fun hike through an ancient glacial granite formations. It is not a secret spot though, so be prepared for many other fellow explorers.

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