While the weather lately has been incredibly warm for this time of year– there’s nothing quite like fall in Boston. From the golden light on the brownstone buildings to the beautiful colors of fall leaves, we love the changing seasons. There’s so much to enjoy before the weather turns cold that it can be hard to pick the fall activities you want to do. We’ve rounded up a list of some of our favorite things to do in and around Boston so you can make the most of this beautiful season. All of our suggestions are outdoor activities, so perhaps bundle up and get ready to explore!
Apple picking
Apple picking is a favorite New England pastime, so it had to be first on our list. Take a break from hectic city life and head out to an apple orchard for farm fresh apples, hot apple cider, delicious cider donuts, and even fun fall activities like corn mazes. Here’s a few of our favorite local spots:
- Honey Pot Hill (Stow, MA)- head over for a fun afternoon of apple picking. You’ll get to take a hayride from the parking lot to the orchards, then take your pick from over five varieties of apples. There’s something for everyone here, including farm animals and mazes for kids and a hard cider tent for the grownups.
- Belkin Family Lookout Farm (South Natick, MA)- this Massachusetts institution is one of the iconic orchards in the area. They offer more than just apples, so you can stop by multiple times this season for their Asian pears and pumpkins too. Visit during the week for a farm play area, a hay pyramid, and a moon bounce, or head over on the weekend for more fun, like face painting and train rides.
- Brooksby Farm (Peabody, MA)- come to this Peabody favorite when you’re looking for apple picking and fall treats. Their store dishes out delicious apple cider, warm cider donuts, homemade fudge, and more tasty baked goods. It’s a great place to stop whether you want to pick apples or pick up some fall goodies.
- Connors Farm (Danvers, MA)- if you love…