Highlands Travel Guide
Lowell
Popular places to visit
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your stay in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Concord River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Concord River during your travels in South Lowell. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Boott Cotton Mills Museum
You can study the exhibits at Boott Cotton Mills Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cambodia Town
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Cambodia Town during your stay in Lowell.
Lowell Heritage State Park
You can take time to visit Lowell Heritage State Park during your travels to Lowell.
Tsongas Arena
Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Highlands
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Mice
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
Very disappointed in this Hyatt hotel. The place was falling apart from the elevators to the room furnishings. The furniture was old and beat up. The room had a musty odor that hit us as soon as we opened the door. My husband sat on the couch and threw his back out. We could not stay, and were unable ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Waltham Boston
Loved our stay. Great little view. Comfortable room, and the sweetest staff ever. Very warm atmosphere. We will be back to this location!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Roomy, clean, comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hilton Boston/Woburn
It was beautiful
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
No issue
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
The Acre
While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like Edward A. LeLacheur Park and Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit.
Downtown Lowell
While visiting Downtown Lowell, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Lowell National Historical Park.
South Lowell
While there might not be top attractions in South Lowell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Cambodia Town.
Belvidere
While visiting Belvidere, you might make a stop by sights like Concord River and Merrimack Repertory Theater.
