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Here are some suggestions of ways to spend fun-filled days in the Sturbridge area. Call our Information Center at 800-628-8379, and we'll be happy to assist you with customizing your visit so you can make the most of your stay!
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3 to 4 Day Packages
Day One
Old Sturbridge Village (3-4 hours) - An internationally renowned living history museum depicting life in 1830's New England. Located in Sturbridge.
Sturbridge Antique Shops (1 hour) This quality group of antique shops features the wares of 50 active dealers of books, china, primitives, furniture, jewelry, and much more. Located in Sturbridge.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (2 hours) Cracker Barrel offers travelers and neighbors alike hearty comfort foods made from scratch and nostalgic gift items. Located in Sturbridge.
Publick House Inn — overnight stay — Experience lodging in this historic 18th century inn across from the Sturbridge Common.
Day Two
Wells State Park (4 hours) - Located on
1,470 acres. Features boating, boat ramp,
hiking, canoeing, camping, cross-country
skiing, fishing, walking trails, scenic
viewing area, snowmobiling trails, swimming.
Located in Sturbridge.
The Purple Onion Furniture and Gift Barn (1 hour) Browse a unique shop offering furniture, gifts and country style accessories. Discover sterling silver jewelry, handmade teddy bears and dolls, hand carved Santas and other folk art treasures. Located in West Brookfield.
Salem Cross Inn (2 hours) - American
fare dinner at this historic restaurant.
Crackling fires in fieldstone fireplaces -
over 200 years old. Located in West
Brookfield.
Stageloft Repertory Theater (2 hours)
-Professional live theater offering
comedies, musicals and dramas year round.
Intimate, theater seating, all reserved
seats. Located in Sturbridge.
Day Three
Susan's Secret Garden (1 hour) - Winner
of the Retailer's Association of Mass. Award
of Excellence. Charming gift shop located in
an old carriage house - an enchanting
combination of Victorian Era romance and
English cottage coziness. Located in
Sturbridge.
Sadie Green's Curiosity Shop (1 hour)
Unique gifts, specialty jewelry, specialty
clothing, gifts for a loved one or the home.
Located in Sturbridge.
12 Crane (2 hours) Luncheon. Enjoy unique dining at The Dark Horse Tavern, an authentic Irish pub. Stroll through art exhibits in several galleries at the 12 Crane Street complex. Located in Southbridge.
Vaillancourt Folk Art (2 hours) -
Hand-made and hand painted holiday figures.
Located in Sutton.
Publick House Inn (2 hours) - Enjoy a
special Dinner in this historic inn
established in 1771. Traditional New England
fare and special desserts. Located in
Sturbridge.
Day Four
Higgins Armory (2 hours) - Weapons and
armor from medieval and Renaissance Europe,
feudal Japan and Ancient Greece and
Rome. Tapestries, paintings, stained glass
and carvings displayed. Watch the sound and
light show and try on armor and period
clothing. Located in Worcester.
Tower Hill Botanical Gardens (2 hours)
-Lunch on the veranda and explore the
beautiful formal gardens, garden gift shop,
and peaceful walks and impressive views.
Located in Boylston.
Brookfield Orchards (1 hour) - Pick your
own apples; preserves, crafts, antiques,
maple candy, maple syrup, "penny candy,"
used books. Located in Brookfield.
Family With Children - An Adventure
Day One
Sturbridge Host Hotel - overnight stay
-located on picturesque Cedar Lake in the
heart of Sturbridge.
Old Sturbridge Village (3-4 hours) - An internationally renowned living history museum depicting life in 1830's New England. Located in Sturbridge.
Uno Chicago Grill (1.5 hours) Enjoy Uno's legendary deep dish and flatbread pizzas. Find a whole range of menu items including pasta, chicken, steak, ribs, seafood and salads. Located in Sturbridge.
Grizzly Adams Grave (1/2 hour) - Burial site of John Capen Adams, the famed 19th century bear-tamer and animal trainer. Headstone commissioned by his friend and fellow showman P.T. Barnum. Bay Path Cemetery, Route 31 Charlton.
Oxhead Tavern (2 hours) - Built in 1820,
the Oxhead Tavern is an example of early
American dining at its best. Situated on
Cedar Lake, offering casual dining indoors
or on the patio & deck. Live music Friday &
Saturday evenings in summer. Located in
Sturbridge.
Day Two
Higgins Armory (2 hours) - See weapons and armor from medieval and Renaissance Europe, feudal Japan and Ancient Greece and Rome. Experience the sound and light show and try on armor and period clothing like the real knights of old. Located in Worcester.
Ecotarium (2 hours) - Science exhibits,
indoor and outdoor zoos, solar/lunar
observatory, planetarium, nature trail. Set
on 60 acres offering rides on the Explorer
Express train. Located in Worcester.
Bogey Lanes (2 hours) - Bowling,
billiards, arcade games. Enjoy a special
treat bowling with the whole family. Located
in East Brookfield.
Admiral T. J. O'Brien's Restaurant & Pub (2 hours) -
Specializes in fine seafood. Great pub menu
for kids. Live entertainment on weekends.
Located in Sturbridge.
Stageloft Repertory Theater (2 hours)
-Professional live theater offering
comedies, musicals and dramas year round.
Intimate, theater seating, all reserved
seats. Located in Sturbridge.
Day Three
Six Flags New England (6 hours)
-Combination theme and water park features
over 50 adult and children's rides. Home of
SUPERMAN-RIDE OF STEEL, voted "the best
coaster on the planet." Located in Agawam.
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
(2 hours) - Traces the history of basketball
from its 1891 beginning in Springfield, MA:
interactive, virtual reality, and special
exhibits, shoot-out area. Located in
Springfield. 3 Day Recreation Package Day One
Get away from it all and back to nature! Camping is family-friendly, cost effective and a great way to make your vacation memorable! Enjoy activity-filled days, nights around the campfire and sleep under the stars at any of these fine area campgrounds!
Village Green Family Campground With 130 spacious wooded or open field sites, modern restrooms, laundromat, and Country Store. Pond, beach and family-friendly activities. Located in Brimfield.
Outdoor World-Sturbridge Resort With 90 camp/RV sites on 200 acres of scenic woodlands including lakeside sites. Recreational activities include fishing, mini-golf, an arcade and a swimming pool. Located in Sturbridge.
Wells State Park A 1,400-acre woodland park with 60 sites for camping. Fish, canoe and swim at Walker Pond. Enjoy guided walks, hikes, horseback riding and evening campfire programs. Located in Sturbridge.
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Fully equipped RV and tent sites with the best possible views! Enjoy Sandy Lake, a swimming pool and hot tub. Daily activities and nightly entertainment. Cabin and camper rentals available. Located in Sturbridge.
Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary (1 hour) - A
72-acre wildlife refuge with walking trails
and nature in its most natural
state. Visitor's center with wildlife
rehabilitation facilities, live animal
exhibits, a nature library, an observation
room & gift shop. Located in Charlton.
Fins and Tales (2 hours) — Discover fine dining with an emphasis on fresh, mouthwatering seafood. Also serving delicious fresh steaks and chops as well as daily specials. Located in Southbridge.
Stageloft Repertory Theater (2 hours)
-Professional live theater offering
comedies, musicals and dramas year round.
Intimate, theater seating, all reserved
seats. Located in Sturbridge. Day Two
Rock House Reservation (4 hours) - 75 acre property takes its name from a massive, cave-like rock "house", resembling a giant lean-to, used by Native Americans as a seasonal hunting camp. Contains an exceptionally scenic pond surrounded by massive rock ledges and outcrops. Has a marked trail system of easy to moderately difficult hiking trails and a trailside museum. Located in West Brookfield.
Salem Cross Inn (2 hours) - American fare lunch at this historic restaurant. Crackling fires in fieldstone fireplaces - over 200 years old. Located in West Brookfield.
Phone: 508-867-6858
Bogey Lanes (2 hours) - Bowling, billiards, arcade games and miniature golf. Enjoy a special treat bowling with the whole family. Located in East Brookfield.
Simple Indulgence Day Spa (2 hours) Relax, rejuvenate and recharge in a tranquil atmosphere with a staff of professional and friendly therapists. Located in Sturbridge.
Day Three
Spencer State Forest (4 hours) - Located
on 965 acres, it features canoeing,
picnicking, cross country skiing, restrooms,
fishing, snowmobiling trails, hiking
trails, swimming and horseback riding
trails. Located in Spencer.
Tower Hill Botanical Gardens (2 hours)
-Lunch on the veranda and explore the
beautiful formal gardens, garden gift shop,
and peaceful walks and impressive views.
Located in Boylston.
Publick House Inn (2 hours) - Enjoy a
special Dinner in this historic inn
established in 1771. Traditional New England
fare and special desserts. Located in
Sturbridge. |
Overnight Arts Experience
Annie's Country Kitchen (1 hour) Annie's Country Kitchen offers comfort food in a family-friendly, home-style atmosphere. Enjoy a tasty and filling breakfast. Choose from a wide variety of omelets, delicious fresh fruit pancakes and many more. Located in Sturbridge.
Worcester Art Museum (3 hours)
-Experience the art of 5000 years. View
paintings by DiCosimo, Monet, Sargent and
Whistler. Admire mosaics from ancient Rome.
See cutting edge contemporary art and
discover many treasures. Café and shop.
Located in Worcester.
Sturbridge Pottery (1 hour) - Visit
studio and gallery displaying Artworks in
Stoneware, Porcelain, and Raku. Bowls, mugs,
vases, pitchers, fountains, candlelights, platters
and lamps in a variety of glazes and colors.
Located in Sturbridge.
New England Graphics at Sturbridge Marketplace (1 hour) New England Graphics offers artful framing and one of the largest collections of framed artwork in Central New England. Located in Sturbridge.
Cedar Street Restaurant (2 hours) - Enjoy honest and creative cuisine at the four-star Cedar Street Restaurant. Located in the heart of Sturbridge's historic district.
Stageloft Repertory Theater (2 hours)
-Professional live theater offering
comedies, musicals and dramas year round.
Intimate, theater seating, all reserved
seats. Located in Sturbridge. Overnight Shopping Adventure
Yankee Cricket Bed & Breakfast - lodging
- Nestled atop a stone ridge in Brimfield, the B & B offers the amenities of a brand new home and the coziness of an authentic 18th century inn. Dining & theater packages available. Located in Brimfield.
The Handmaiden (1 hour) Discover a treasure trove of gift ideas. The Handmaiden is stocked with handmade and imported merchandise including rugs, curtains, dolls, and primitive and country home décor items.
The Merchants of Sturbridge Visit the Merchants of Sturbridge for wonderful places to shop, eat, stay and play in Sturbridge.
Susan's Secret Garden (1 hour) - Winner
of the Retailer's Association of Mass. Award
of Excellence. Charming gift shop located in
an old carriage house - an enchanting
combination of Victorian Era romance and
English cottage coziness. Located in
Sturbridge.
Sadie Green's Curiosity Shop (1 hour)
Unique gifts, specialty jewelry, specialty
clothing, gifts for a loved one or the home.
Located in Sturbridge.
Sturbridge Pottery (1 hour) - Visit
studio and gallery displaying Artworks in
Stoneware, Porcelain, and Raku. Bowls, mugs,
vases, pitchers, fountains, candlelights, platters
and lamps in a variety of glazes and colors.
Located in Sturbridge.
Thai Place (2 hours) Discover a Thai restaurant serving authentic, mouthwatering cuisine. Thai Place has over 100 dishes on the menu, an extensive beer and wine list, and a comfortable and elegant setting. Located in Sturbridge.
Yankee Spirits (1 hour) Yankee Spirits offers a tremendous selection of wines, beers and spirits from all over the world at attractive prices. Located in Sturbridge.
Golf Package
Day One
Sturbridge Host Hotel - overnight stay
-located on picturesque Cedar Lake in the
heart of Sturbridge.
Two Options:
Heritage Country Club - 18 hole
championship golf course located in the
rolling hills of Charlton Massachusetts. A
par 71, measuring 6468 yards.
Hemlock Ridge Golf Course - 9 hole
scenic course surrounded by mature oak,
elm and hemlock trees, built on a hilly
terrain in the Sturbridge Hills. A nice
challenge for the average golfer.
Dining:
Dine at any one of the area's Fine Eating Establishments - Click here to see a listing.
Day Two
Old Sturbridge Village (3-4 hours) - An internationally renowned living history museum depicting life in 1830's New England. Located in Sturbridge.
Hollow Brook Farms (2 hours) Take a relaxing hay ride through meadows and woods. Browse the Country Christmas Store for trees, wreaths and great gift ideas. Located in Brimfield.
Cook's Farm Orchard (2 hours) Experience summer and autumn in the country at an authentic New England family farm. Cook's features hay rides, fruit-picking, and delicious baked goods. Located in Brimfield.
Also can be packaged with some of the other Package Options we have.
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