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
Cleaning ladies entered my room twice without announcing or knocking. One at 7:30 am and the second time at 8:30 am
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
This is a great place to stay if you plan on visiting Waltham MA .
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Nice Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express Boston - Saugus by IHG
Easy and ammenitive.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Boston Marriott Newton
Food was good gym and pool was perfect and staff friendly and professional. Dawson was very kind and great.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Hilton Boston/Woburn
The concierge/front desk staff was incredible. Room was clean and in great order. The only hit was not having the option to stream or cast to the tv in the room. Overall, wonderful two night stay.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 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 New England Quilt Museum and Lowell Memorial Auditorium.

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.
