Choose a vacation rental for your Westwood getaway
Enjoy the monuments and other features of Westwood. This city's restaurants, shopping and bird watching draw many visitors. Gillette Stadium and Fenway Park are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in Westwood
Do you want to discover things to do during your stay? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that Westwood has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- New England Aquarium (13.4 mi / 21.6 km)
- Encore Boston Harbor (14.8 mi / 23.8 km)
- Blue Hills Ski Area (5.5 mi / 8.9 km)
- Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Gardens at Elm Bank (6.2 mi / 10 km)
- Blue Hills Reservation (7.3 mi / 11.8 km)
- Granite Links Golf Club (9.3 mi / 15 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Westwood
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Westwood is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Boston Common (12.7 mi / 20.4 km)
- Copley Square (12.1 mi / 19.4 km)
- Arnold Arboretum (7.8 mi / 12.5 km)
- Chestnut Hill Reservoir (9 mi / 14.5 km)
- Cochituate State Park (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
- Adams National Historic Park (11.3 mi / 18.1 km)
How to get to and around Westwood
The nearest airport is in Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial), located 3 mi (4.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), which is 14.3 mi (23 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, the main station serving the city is Westwood Islington Station.