The best things to do in Cambridge

13 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Franklin Park Zoo

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This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum.

1 Franklin Park Rd (Boston)

This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum.

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View Boston

Entertainment

Skyscraper observation deck on floors 50-52 of the Prudential Center, featuring panoramic city views.

800 Boylston St Fl 52 (Boston)

Skyscraper observation deck on floors 50-52 of the Prudential Center, featuring panoramic city views.

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Roadrunner

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Clean, spacious venue with a tiered balcony for concerts and events, featuring multiple bars.

89 Guest St (Boston)

Clean, spacious venue with a tiered balcony for concerts and events, featuring multiple bars.

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Relaxed public option with a challenging-but-fair course featuring hills, fast greens and a friendly staff.

212 Kenrick St (Newton)

Relaxed public option with a challenging-but-fair course featuring hills, fast greens and a friendly staff.

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Fenway Park

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Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue.

4 Jersey St (Boston)

Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue.

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Harvard Square

Entertainment

Home to America's oldest university, this iconic area offers shops, eateries & theaters.

Two Brattle Square

Home to America's oldest university, this iconic area offers shops, eateries & theaters.

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WNDR Museum

Entertainment

WNDR Museum turns Downtown Crossing into your creative playground, with 20 immersive, interactive installations that beg you to poke,…

500 Washington St (Boston)

WNDR Museum turns Downtown Crossing into your creative playground, with 20 immersive, interactive installations that beg you to poke, stomp, and selfie. Bring the kids or your inner child, then decompress in the WNDR Lounge with light bites, drinks, and local craft beers, and consider your week officially leveled up.

From the Boston newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Park with a dog area, skate park, murals, bike paths, and event space under an overpass.

90 Traveler St (Boston)

Park with a dog area, skate park, murals, bike paths, and event space under an overpass.

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Puttshack - Boston

Entertainment

Modern mini-golf course featuring tech-driven obstacles and live entertainment.

58 Pier 4 Blvd. (Boston)

Modern mini-golf course featuring tech-driven obstacles and live entertainment.

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Simons Theatre

Entertainment

Giant screen movie theater at the New England Aquarium showing ocean-related 3-D movies.

1 Central Wharf (Boston)

Giant screen movie theater at the New England Aquarium showing ocean-related 3-D movies.

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The Brattle Theatre

Entertainment

Popular cinema featuring indie, art-house & classic film series, special events plus wine & beer.

40 Brattle St

Popular cinema featuring indie, art-house & classic film series, special events plus wine & beer.

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Opened in 1933, this landmark venue features indie & art-house films, sing-alongs & other events.

290 Harvard St (Brookline)

Opened in 1933, this landmark venue features indie & art-house films, sing-alongs & other events.

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Graffiti Alley

Entertainment

Tourist attraction featuring artwork and pictures, with free admission.

Richard B. “Rico” Modica Wy

Tourist attraction featuring artwork and pictures, with free admission.

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