Day Trips from Waltham
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The best day trips from Waltham within a 1 hour drive. Discover destinations, attractions, and activities — all with real drive times, ratings, and photos.
12 destinations within 1 hour of Waltham
Castle Rock
Marblehead, MA 01945
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Nature destination · highly rated (4.8 by 0.6k+ visitors) · 56 min from Waltham
Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
Attleboro, MA 02703
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Nature destination · highly rated (4.7 by 0.2k+ visitors) · 51 min from Waltham
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
Boylston, MA 01505
Why this destination?
Recommended because: History destination · highly rated (4.7 by 4.0k+ visitors) · 45 min from Waltham
World's End
Hingham, MA 02043
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Nature destination · highly rated (4.7 by 1.6k+ visitors) · 52 min from Waltham
Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge
Seekonk, MA 02771
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Nature destination · highly rated (4.7 by 0.4k+ visitors) · 53 min from Waltham
Dungeon Rock
Lynn, MA 01905
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Adventure destination · well rated (4.6 stars) · 47 min from Waltham
Hammond Castle Museum
Gloucester, MA 01930
Why this destination?
Recommended because: History destination · highly rated (4.6 by 2.8k+ visitors) · 53 min from Waltham
Bancroft Tower
Worcester, MA 01602
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Adventure destination · highly rated (4.6 by 0.7k+ visitors) · 51 min from Waltham
Fort Pickering
Salem, MA 01970
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Adventure destination · highly rated (4.6 by 0.3k+ visitors) · 49 min from Waltham
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plymouth, MA 02360
Why this destination?
Recommended because: History destination · highly rated (4.6 by 4.2k+ visitors) · 60 min from Waltham
Cascading Waters
Worcester, MA 01602
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Nature destination · highly rated (4.5 by 0.3k+ visitors) · 55 min from Waltham
Salem Town Forest
Salem, NH 03079
Why this destination?
Recommended because: Nature destination · highly rated (4.5 by 0.2k+ visitors) · 46 min from Waltham
Frequently Asked Questions About Day Trips from Waltham
What are the best day trips from Waltham within 1 hour?
The best day trips from Waltham within 1 hour include state parks, historic towns, wineries, scenic drives, and outdoor recreation. Use the destination cards above to see top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.
What cities and attractions are within 1 hour drive of Waltham?
There are many cities, towns, and attractions within 1 hour of Waltham, MA. Our page shows the best destinations you can reach in that time, including attractions, parks, and activities -- not just a list of city names.
What are cheap or free things to do near Waltham?
Many of the best day trips from Waltham are free or low-cost, including state parks, hiking trails, scenic drives, and small-town Main Streets. Check the destination cards above for budget estimates and options.
Is 1 hour enough time for a good day trip from Waltham?
Yes! A 1 hour drive opens up plenty of great day trip destinations from Waltham. Many popular spots -- state parks, historic towns, and scenic areas -- are within this range, giving you a full day of exploration without needing an overnight stay.
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