Travel to friendly Newton
The riverfront and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambiance to your vacation home in Newton. This welcoming city is known for its restaurants, sporting events and university setting. Fenway Park and TD Garden are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Newton
Do you want to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Newton a fun place to get away. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Encore Boston Harbor (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
- New England Aquarium (8.3 mi / 13.3 km)
- Samuel Adams Brewery (5.7 mi / 9.1 km)
- Franklin Park Zoo (6.5 mi / 10.5 km)
- Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Gardens at Elm Bank (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Boston Marathon Finish Line (6.7 mi / 10.8 km)
Exploring the natural features in Newton
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Newton is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Boston Common (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
- Copley Square (6.9 mi / 11 km)
- Chestnut Hill Reservoir (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Arnold Arboretum (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Back Bay Fens (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- Commonwealth Avenue Mall (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
Traveling to and around Newton
Fly into Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), the closest airport, located 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field), which is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Newtonville Station, West Newton Station and Newton Auburndale Station are the main stations in the area. You can see more of Newton by jumping on the metro at Newton Centre Station, Newton Highlands Station or Eliot Station.