The best things to do in Methuen

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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Casual family-owned golf driving range (with mat tees and a bunker) that also serves ice cream.

159 Chandler Rd (Andover)

Casual family-owned golf driving range (with mat tees and a bunker) that also serves ice cream.

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Golf course featuring rolling fairways and greens along with a clubhouse and bar.

210 Howe St

Golf course featuring rolling fairways and greens along with a clubhouse and bar.

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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

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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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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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New England golf club featuring 18 holes, elegant ballrooms and a garden.

60 Canterbury St (Andover)

New England golf club featuring 18 holes, elegant ballrooms and a garden.

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Golf course featuring a driving range plus a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar.

200 N Lowell St

Golf course featuring a driving range plus a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar.

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WNDR Museum

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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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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

15 Mall Rd (Salem)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Puttshack - Boston

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Swap the same-old plans for Puttshack Boston, where tech-infused mini golf means balls that keep score, interactive challenges, and plenty…

58 Pier 4 Blvd. (Boston)

Swap the same-old plans for Puttshack Boston, where tech-infused mini golf means balls that keep score, interactive challenges, and plenty of friendly trash talk. Grab shareable bites and craft cocktails between holes and make it a Seaport date night or crew hang that actually delivers.

From the Boston newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Simons Theatre

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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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