Top Massachusetts Festivals

Experience the best of New England’s marine wildlife on this guided whale-watching cruise around the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Hop on a high-speed catamaran that gets to and from the whales in the least amount of time possible. See humpback and fin whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins with the help of a naturalist guide. The on-board galley offers food and beverages for purchase during the trip.

Don’t let time determine whether to see Boston or Salem. Visit both towns with the help of a quick and comfortable catamaran. This high-speed ferry service travels from Boston to Salem (or vice versa). Enjoy the scenic adventure from the upper or lower deck of the boat—or just relax at the lounge inside. An onboard galley offers food and beverages for purchase. Upon arrival, many top attractions are within walking distance. For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.

Experience true local wines with a tasting at Plymouth Bay Winery, where talented vintners and chefs create wines, wine jellies and wine sauces from fruits that are native to the northeastern United States. Sample the entire collection of wines, and learn about using the jellies and sauces in your home cooking. Finish the tasting with an etched, commemorative glass from this unique winery in ‘America’s Hometown,’ just a stone’s throw away from historic Plymouth Rock.

Boston CityPASS® — Planning a trip to Boston? Save 45% on admission to four must-see attractions. Experience Boston’s must-see tourist attractions — and enjoy considerable savings — on this exciting Boston CityPASS. Visit the popular New England Aquarium and the Museum of Science. Plus choose 2 admissions between the following 4 attractions: Boston Harbor Cruises, Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Franklin Park Zoo, or View Boston to complete the experience. This Boston CityPASS is valid for 9 consecutive days from date of first use. Convenient mobile tickets are valid for 1 year from the date of purchase. Transportation to and from the attractions is not included.

Discover Boston’s thriving SoWa Art and Design District—and meet one of the city’s acclaimed local artists, Paul Pedulla—during this studio visit, talk, and neighborhood tour. Meet at Pedulla’s studio space; with a maximum of 10 attendees, this small-group tour provides an intimate way to learn about his work and about the Boston art scene. Following the tour and talk, you’ll receive a guide to SoWa’s other highlights, and can continue exploring independently.

Grab a drink and settle into the heated, main observation cabin to enjoy a seasonal experience on this beautiful 1920s-style yacht. During the cruise, grab a hot cocoa or festive libation from the bar and take in the sights as the boat cruises around Boston's waterfront neighborhoods, such as North End. Enjoy cruising under the Tobin Bridge for a unique perspective of this iconic landmark. Watch the sky as it changes from blues to oranges behind the outline of Boston's city skyline while listening to classic Holiday hits.