Highlands Travel Guide
Lowell
Popular places to visit
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your stay in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Concord River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Concord River during your travels in South Lowell. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Boott Cotton Mills Museum
You can study the exhibits at Boott Cotton Mills Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cambodia Town
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Cambodia Town during your stay in Lowell.
Lowell Heritage State Park
You can take time to visit Lowell Heritage State Park during your travels to Lowell.
Tsongas Arena
Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Rise and Shine Paddleboard Yoga Class in Chelmsford
Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Highlands
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton
Room was clean but noisy the hotel literally is on top the highway and you can get the whole thing from outside thru the wall A/C we tried to turned the heat at night and has a humid smell that stinks the whole room. Have to call to front desk around midnight due to some kids playing hockey in the ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
The view on the top floor is great.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Boston - Peabody by IHG
Everything was really good! The staff were super nice and helpful. The room and lobby was very nice and clean. The only things was the mini fridge was really small, I want to say half the size of a regular mini fridge. We were on the first floor, I am not sure if the fridge sizes changes depending ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Boston Marriott Newton
Room was nice and customer service was great. The proximity to the train was good - about 8 min walk. The breakfast was not worth it - many hotels offer free breakfast of the same quality. Overall, a nice stay.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Bedford Plaza Hotel - Boston
This could be a nice place, but the carpet and furniture need to be replaced ASAP. This would make a very large difference. Check in was easy and the person was friendly. Sheets seemed clean, and the place felt safe. Parking was extra. There is a large indoor pool that the whole building is built ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
The Acre
While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like Edward A. LeLacheur Park and Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit.
Downtown Lowell
While visiting Downtown Lowell, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Lowell National Historical Park.
South Lowell
While there might not be top attractions in South Lowell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Cambodia Town.
Belvidere
While visiting Belvidere, you might make a stop by sights like Concord River and Merrimack Repertory Theater.
