Head to the friendly city of Braintree
Learn about the unique charm of Braintree with a stay in a holiday home rental. Travellers especially like the shopping, restaurants and sporting events in this welcoming and cosmopolitan city. Fenway Park and TD Garden are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our holiday rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in Braintree
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Braintree a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- New England Aquarium (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Encore Boston Harbor (13.4 mi / 21.5 km)
- F1 Boston (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Granite Links Golf Club (3.3 mi / 5.4 km)
- Blue Hills Reservation (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Blue Hills Ski Area (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Braintree
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Braintree is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Boston Common (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Copley Square (10.5 mi / 16.9 km)
- Adams National Historic Park (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Wollaston Beach (4.9 mi / 7.9 km)
- Boston Harbor Islands State Park (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
- Carson Beach (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)
Travelling to and around Braintree
Fly into Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial), the closest airport, located 9 mi (14.5 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), which is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) away.
If you'd rather travel by train, make your way to Braintree Station or Weymouth Landing - East Braintree Station and explore the city from there.