Top Massachusetts Outdoor Activities - page 5

Experience the epitome of luxury with our private helicopter tour of Boston. Discover a world of wonder as you soar above the ever-evolving skyline and breathtaking surroundings of this vibrant city. From the moment you arrive, our pilot will cater to your every need, ensuring an unforgettable journey that is tailored exclusively to you. Sit back, relax and capture stunning photos, and prepare to be amazed as you ascend into the skies. Witness the majestic Downtown Boston, the shimmering Seaport District, and the harmonious blend of nature and urban life at Boston Common. Marvel at iconic landmarks like the Hancock Tower, Prudential Tower, and Zakim Bridge, while soaking in the beauty of Boston's renowned park. Whether you're marking a special occasion or seeking a truly immersive escape, our helicopter tour promises an engagement with Boston that transcends the ordinary. Book now and let us elevate your adventure to new heights of opulence and wonder.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Salem and uncover America’s most infamous witch hunt, the Salem Witch Trials. Step into Salem’s intriguing past and visit iconic sites like the Old Burying Point Cemetery, the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, the House of the Seven Gables, and more. Along the way, hear the true stories of the 1692 witch trials, Salem’s colonial past, and its literary legacy play automatically as you walk through Salem’s historic cobblestone streets. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a personal guide by your side on every step

Let the witches FLY!!! The Magick Broom is here to make your flying dreams come true. Well, the look anyway ;) Green Screen Technology Portraits and Flying gifs, create a new experience and photographic imagery worthy of your social media feed. Experience includes costume dressing with a stylist, shooting multiple shots on our specialized broomstick, and choosing your top pick portraits for full digital processing. Stylists will assist with one costume out with a short dress and cape and a pointy witch hat! Broomstick accommodates 1 Witch, maximum weight 175 lbs IF SOLD OUT in October, look for our Witch Cottage or Olde Salem Village Photo Shoot alternative.

Unlike typical kayak tours, North of Boston Island Lighthouse Tour is a refined, personalized coastal experience. Your expertly trained guides combine deep knowledge of local history, wildlife, and island landscapes with the freedom to tailor each outing to the day’s conditions and your group’s interests. Expect a relaxed pace, intimate storytelling, and exclusive moments among iconic lighthouses and pristine island scenery—no scripts, no crowds, just a truly elevated adventure.

You may be asking yourself how in the world can I eat ice cream while out on the water paddle boarding? Well, thanks to Kool Beans Ice Cream Boat on Waquoit Bay you can! We are combining two of the best summer experiences ever and offering ice cream socials...on a SUP! We will meet at Great River Boat Ramp in Mashpee and paddle board or kayak our way over to the Kool Beans Ice Cream Boat where you can choose from various tasty ice cream novelties or an iced coffee or frappuccino to enjoy on the board. This is a great way for families and friends to enjoy time together on the water while encountering the gorgeous scenery that Cape Cod is so well known for. You’ll have opportunities to see salt marshes, coastal birds, aquatic life and local oyster farms. We will also have plenty of time to explore and play. All skill levels and ages are welcome, including beginners. Smaller children can ride along with a parent and must wear a life jacket.

Explore Boston’s cultural landmarks on this independent scavenger hunt. Download the app and play the game at your own pace and at your own time. Learn about Boston’s history and cultural heritage as you and your teammates take on different interactive roles within the game. Answer trivia questions and solve puzzles while you visit Copley Square, the Boston Opera House, and more.

Dash. Download the app and start the challenge with your group. Gain points as you find different objects around the city and complete fun challenges. Compete against other teams from around the country. You can also get help via chat from a virtual guide if you need it.

Solve a vintage, real-life murder mystery as you explore historic places in Boston on an independent, smartphone scavenger hunt for your group of up to four people. You’ll gather clues and visit 10 landmarks including Boston Common, Granary Burying Ground, and the Boston Old State House, searching for passcodes that unlock the next puzzle. Booking this Boston-themed murder mystery lets you play on your own schedule, for maximum flexibility.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Save time studying maps and reading guidebooks and explore the best of Nantucket in a much more entertaining way—a scavenger hunt. Receive clues and challenges via your smartphone and enjoy the novelty of having a remote live guide to introduce you to the game. The tour typically involves driving around the city, but car-free versions are available on request. Along the way, find secret local spots, and learn city highlights.

Discover Provincetown from a new perspective with our Private Open-Air Pedicab Tours. Relax in comfort as our knowledgeable guides lead you through the charming streets and scenic coastline of this historic town. Enjoy unobstructed views and personalized insights into local history, culture, and hidden gems that only a pedicab can offer. Whether you're captivated by the natural beauty or intrigued by Provincetown's rich heritage, our tours provide a unique and eco-friendly way to experience all that this vibrant destination has to offer. Unlike large bus or group tours, pedicab tours provide an intimate experience with a knowledgeable driver who can tailor the time to your interests. You can ask questions, engage in conversations, and make specific requests. Pedicab tours can be customized to your preferences and schedule. Choosing a pedicab tour contributes to sustainable tourism practices and minimizes your carbon footprint.

Discover the enchanting beauty of East Sandwich's Great Marsh! Immerse yourself in stunning wildlife, scenic vistas, and the tranquility of nature as you kayak through this picturesque sanctuary. The Sandwich Great Marsh is a must see location for paddlers on Cape Cod. Its natural scenery and beauty is unmatched. We provide top of the line equipment and have been rated the Best of Cape Cod twelve years in a row. With our rentals you can go at your own pass and take your time in this amazing location. The rentals include staging and transportation of the equipment so you never have to lift or move anything on your own. Come join RideAway, the number one adventure outfitter on Cape Cod, and see the Cape like never before.

We'll see the sights on Boston's Freedom Trail and get a closer look by leaving the car and walking inside some locations (depends on day and hours of operation for some sites). We'll have time to go aboard the USS Constitution (closed Mondays). A close-up experience in the oldest neighborhoods of the North End, Beacon Hill, School Street, and Charlestown. Look at places of events and the people from different periods of the settlement of Boston, and the American Revolution. If weather isn't favorable, we can revise the walking portions according to your wishes. A favorite stop is Faneuil Hall, the Great Hall Meeting Room and the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company Museum (hours vary).

Experience Cape Cod on a different level with this fun-filled scavenger hunt. Part tour, part detective hunt, this immersive experience centers on a smartphone digital quest and remote host who guides you around the cape by self-drive car. Check in at scenic destinations like Truro Vineyards, interpret art, history, and culture clues; complete challenges, meet locals, and score points to compete on an international leaderboard.

Spend a relaxing day exploring the historic coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island. Departing from Boston in the morning, your first stop will be The Breakers Mansion, a grand Vanderbilt family summer home filled with Gilded Age elegance. Afterward, visit the beautiful Marble House, another luxurious mansion known for its stunning architecture and opulent interiors. Enjoy scenic views of the Atlantic coastline along the way before returning to Boston in the evening. Optional admission to both mansions allows you to customize your experience. Itinerary: Boston → Newport → The Breakers Mansion (120 mins) → Marble House ( 90 mins) → Boston Staying on the Same Bus To avoid being assigned to a different bus, please provide all confirmation numbers if you have multiple bookings once they are complete.

Skip traditional walking tours and explore Provincetown in a unique way with this app-led scavenger hunt. Discover hidden gems, landmarks, and local trivia as you navigate the historic district. Perfect for everyday adventures, bachelorette parties, birthdays, or corporate team building. Choose your interactive role and compete or collaborate with your team. Challenges vary for a personalized experience, and no reservations are needed.

Explore the leafy streets and historic brownstones of Boston’s Back Bay at your own pace and on your own schedule with an app-based scavenger hunt, perfect for friend groups and families. Solve puzzles and follow clues through Copley Square and the South End and learn about the city's history and culture along the way.

Experience Boston through a scavenger hunt game that you can play independently or with a team. Download an app and independently track down clues and solve puzzles to learn about Boston’s history and its famous landmarks. Upon the conclusion of the game, enjoy digital copies of your scavenger hunt photos.

Discover Boston’s most iconic sights in one perfectly planned day. Walk through the world-famous campuses of Harvard and MIT, where history, innovation, and genius collide. Enjoy free time at the lively Quincy Market for lunch and local flavors before boarding a scenic Boston Harbor cruise included with your tour during the summer or a classic New England Lobster Lunch at Quincy Market during the winter. This experience blends academic legends, historic charm, and waterfront views into a complete, effortless Boston adventure built to impress.

Get to know Martha’s Vineyard through an interactive, immersive game on this scavenger hunt tour of the island. Use your smartphone to discover landmarks and quirky local favorites while learning about the Vineyard’s history and culture, with the guidance of a live, remote host. If you haven’t had enough by the end of the hunt, you can extend it for free and receive an alumni discount on future hunts.

Test your aim while relieving some stress on this small-group axe-throwing experience in Worcester, Massachusetts. Every session includes axe-throwing equipment, training from instructors, and a set list of different games to try. And if you’re hoping to challenge yourself even further, enjoy the attached muraled archery range, or add on a knife-throwing package for an additional small fee.

Traverse your own 'Mini Boston Marathon' - warm up from the Common to Kenmore and then run the last mile of the marathon route across the finish line, all while learning the race’s rich history with a local Boston Marathoner. Learn how the Boston Marathon's revered path and elite status developed and the rich history of those who have graced these hallowed streets since the late 1800s. Discover the Boston Marathon's many historical 'firsts,' why Marathon Monday is the best day of the year (every year!), and how the strength of Boston held the community together in the wake of the 2013 marathon bombing. Run through the Boston Common & Garden, down tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue, to the iconic CITGO Sign - then turn around to follow the last mile of the Boston Marathon route home to the finish line! End in historic Copley Square at the Boston Marathon monument, all while uncovering famous, hidden, and iconic marathon stories along the way.

Discover Boston's revolutionary spirit and rich heritage through an immersive audio experience that puts you in complete control of your journey. Unlike crowded group tours that rush you through attractions, this self-guided adventure allows you to pause at monuments that captivate you, delve deeper into stories that intrigue you, and explore hidden corners that traditional tours overlook. Our expertly crafted narration reveals exclusive insider stories, untold historical secrets, and fascinating details that even many locals don't know, all delivered through crystal-clear audio by professional storytellers whose engaging voices bring Boston's past to life. You'll gain authentic insights into the city's revolutionary roots, architectural marvels, and cultural treasures while enjoying the freedom to customize your route, spend extra time at your favorite sites, and discover Boston at a pace that suits your schedule and interests perfectly.

Uncover the hidden corners and rich history of Nantucket on this self-guided driving or biking tour (does not include rental). From lighthouses and historic homes to pristine beaches and iconic vistas, this tour offers a comprehensive exploration of the island's unique character. Learn about Nantucket’s culture and history as you ride (or drive) across the island, from Madaket to Sconset. We’ll point out several points of interest along the way as you explore Nantucket from coast to coast. Need a bike? We recommend Young's Bike Shop (on Broad St.) or Cook's Cycles (on S Beach St.). You will need to contact them directly to arrange your own rentals separately.