Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Aerial view of UMASS Lowell in early winter

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.

University of Massachusetts Lowell
The Old North Bridge over the Concord River in Minuteman National Park, Concord, Massachusetts

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.

Concord River
Lowell historic downtown, Canal, Marrimack River and historic Mills panorama aerial view in fall in Lowell, Massachusetts, MA, USA.

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.

Boott Cotton Mills Museum

Cambodia Town

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Cambodia Town during your stay in Lowell.

Cambodia Town

Lowell Heritage State Park

You can take time to visit Lowell Heritage State Park during your travels to Lowell.

Lowell Heritage State Park

Tsongas Arena

Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Tsongas Arena

Activities

Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$22
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Highlands Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford

3 out of 5
116 Riverside Ave Medford MA
The price is AU$174 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$174
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Medford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,673 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton

Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton

3.5 out of 5
320 Washington Street Newton MA
The price is AU$165 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$165
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,892 reviews)
Clean room, great staff

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

2.5 out of 5
135 2nd Ave Waltham MA
The price is AU$141 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$141
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,642 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Best Western Plus Waltham Boston

Best Western Plus Waltham Boston

3 out of 5
380 Winter Street Waltham MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$125 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$125
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,157 reviews)
Very clean and beautiful with a great view and the gym was perfect

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Best Western Plus Waltham Boston
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

4 out of 5
50 Ferncroft Rd Danvers MA
The price is AU$148 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$148
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,401 reviews)
Great staff and warm chocolate chip cookies at my 1:00 am arrival.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

3.5 out of 5
10 Acorn Park Drive Cambridge MA
The price is AU$201 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$201
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was clean and warm.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
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Other neighbourhoods around Highlands

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The Acre

While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit and American Textile History Museum.

The Acre
Lowell City Hall and downtown aerial view panorama in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts, USA.

Downtown Lowell

While visiting Downtown Lowell, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Lowell National Historical Park.

Downtown Lowell
Final resting place of Jack Kerouac ❤️

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.

South Lowell
Aerial view of Merrimack River and Tyngsboro Bridge panorama in downtown Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, USA.

Belvidere

While visiting Belvidere, you might make a stop by sights like Merrimack Repertory Theater and Concord River.

Belvidere

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