Things to Do in Massachusetts: Roadside Attractions & Hidden Gems

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Massachusetts brings New England quirk—40-foot milk bottles, houses made of newspaper, and a museum dedicated to bad art. Some of these attractions we’ve visited, others are still on our radar. When we’ve been somewhere, the link takes you to our photo page with details and snark. Otherwise, you’ll head to their official site (assuming one exists—sometimes that’s half the adventure).

Things To Do in Massachusetts

Boston

Hood Milk Bottle – 40-foot tall milk bottle housing Glenn’s Kreme & Kone at Boston Children’s Museum.

Mapparium – Walk-through 3-story glass globe at Christian Science Plaza.

Museum of Bad Art – Celebrating art too bad to be ignored.

Ipswich

World’s Largest Clam Box – Restaurant shaped like a giant takeout container.

Rockport

The Paper House – House constructed entirely from newspaper.

Shelburne Falls

20-Foot Tall Indian Statue – Roadside landmark at 2217 Mohawk Trail.

Somerville

Taza Chocolate Factory Tour – Stone-ground chocolate making experience.


Massachusetts is just the start! Check out our Things To Do in Rhode Island page for more New England oddities, get tips for traveling with pets, or browse our Homepage for road trip resources and budget travel hacks. Ready for your next adventure?

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