Popular places to visit

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.
Lowell Heritage State Park
You can take time to visit Lowell Heritage State Park during your travels to Lowell.
Cambodia Town
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Cambodia Town during your stay in Lowell.
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.
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

Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Highlands

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Great overall, no complaints
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Motel 6 Danvers, MA - Boston North
Staff was great. Room was nice. Maybe more house keeping. A lot of stuff was wrapped in plastic and blue tape.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
My family stayed in this property and we experienced excellent customer service throughout our visit. When we checked in late at night, the front desk lady was very accommodating, addressing all our requests and providing us with helpful information about the area. At breakfast, we were warmly greeted ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham
Clean room. Friendly staff. Made to order breakfast omelet
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Bedford Plaza Hotel - Boston
Great place
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Clean room, sheer curtains on one side allowed for light to come in even at night, great breakfast.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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 Lowell National Historical Park.

Belvidere
While visiting Belvidere, you might make a stop by sights like Concord River and Merrimack Repertory Theater.

