5 days in Boston, Sturbridge & Mystic Itinerary

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year. New England's largest and most influential city, Boston ranks among the world's major centers of education and culture.

Boston is known for historic sites, museums, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts, take in nature's colorful creations at Boston Public Garden, steep yourself in history at Granary Burying Ground, and get a variety of perspectives on a duck tour.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Boston day trip site.

New York City to Boston is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from New York City in April, with highs in Boston at 56°F and lows at 40°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can drive to Sturbridge.

Sturbridge is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. On the 8th (Thu), take in nature's colorful creations at Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden, stroll around Stanley park, and then examine the collection at Basketball Hall of Fame.

For photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Sturbridge attractions planner.

You can drive from Boston to Sturbridge in 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 55°F in April, and nighttime lows around 36°F. You will have some time to spend on the 9th (Fri) before leaving for Mystic.

A historical leading seaport, Mystic has maintained a strong respect for the past.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): take an in-depth tour of Tantaquidgeon Museum, then don't miss a visit to Mystic & Shoreline Visitor Information Center, and then observe the fascinating underwater world at Mystic Aquarium.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Mystic trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Sturbridge to Mystic by car takes about 1.5 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Mystic can reach 56°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to drive back home.