Lowell Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Part of Lowell National Park, this cotton weaving factory has a rich history. The town of Lowell was designed using the water to power the factory using a series belts and pulley's. Woman were the primary workers in the factories and the jobs were extremely dangerous.
Part of Lowell National Park, this cotton weaving factory has a rich history. The town of Lowell was designed using the water to power the factory using a series belts and pulley's. Woman were the primary workers in the factories and the jobs were extremely dangerous.
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Please support RARA My father supported this organization for many years and was instrumental in rebuilding the Pond St School as their center. RARA dedicated the building in my fathers name after he passed away a few years ago. It is now called Harkins House. www.raraagency.org
The History of Lowell is closely tied to its location along the Pawtucket Falls of the Merrimack River, from being an important fishing ground for the Pennacook tribe to providing water power for the factories that formed the basis of the city's economy for a century. Great place to explore and walk through history!!

Where to stay in Lowell

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Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Heritage State Park and Cambodia Town.

Highlands
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 Cambodia Town.

South Lowell
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
The Worthen. Perfect dive bar in Lowell. Edgar Allen Poe wrote the Poe wrote part of "The Raven" here...supposedly

The Acre

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

The Acre
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 Concord River and Merrimack Repertory Theater.

Belvidere
Encore Boston Harbor

Encore Boston Harbor

5 out of 5
1 Broadway Everett MA
The price is AU$312 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$312
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Everett. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,537 reviews)
All around pleasant experience during the first good snow storm for the Boston area.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Encore Boston Harbor
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville

3 out of 5
23 Cummings St Somerville MA
The price is AU$127 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$127
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Somerville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,159 reviews)
Friendly staff and nice, clean room

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville
Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

3 out of 5
275 Independence Way Danvers MA
The price is AU$160 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$160
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The room was clean and well supplied. The staff greeted us warmly.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
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Modern, All New 3BR Near UMASS

Modern, All New 3BR Near UMASS

Lowell MA
Stay at this apartment in Lowell. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Costello Athletic Center and Edward A. LeLacheur Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Everything was greatIt would be nice if the kitchen had more plates bowls and utensils so we didn’t have to run the dishwasher as oftenAlso would be nice to have a full length mirror Aside from that we loved our stay!

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Modern, All New 3BR Near UMASS
Crescent Suites Hotel

Crescent Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
287 Crescent Street Waltham MA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Waltham. Enjoy a fitness centre, a business centre and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,150 reviews)
Another perfect stay! This has quickly become our home away from home when we're in the Boston area. We were greeted so warmly, and just like last time, our lodging was clean, well maintained, quiet and comfortable. Dana and Kathy are so kind and helpful! It snowed a good bit during our stay, and ...

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Crescent Suites Hotel
Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks

Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks

2 out of 5
Cambridge MA
Stay at this apartment in Cambridge. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Harvard Square and Fenway Park are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (30 reviews)
Location is amazing and Mike was very helpful and responsive!

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks
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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

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

Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Enjoy a performance at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Lowell General Hospital

If Lowell General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Lowell.

Lowell General Hospital

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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Cities near Lowell

Tewksbury Town Hall and Congregational Church aerial view in spring on Town Common in historic town center of Tewksbury, Middlesex County, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Tewksbury