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1. Worcester Art Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Worcester Art Museum
© Worcester Art Museum

2. EcoTarium ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

EcoTarium
© EcoTarium

3. Worcester Historical Museum

Category: Attractions
Worcester Historical Museum
© Worcester Historical Museum

4. The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts

Category: Entertainment
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
© The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts

5. Mechanics Hall

Mechanics Hall
© Mechanics Hall

6. American Antiquarian Society

American Antiquarian Society
© American Antiquarian Society

7. Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Category: Attractions
Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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8. Green Hill Park

Category: Activities
Green Hill Park
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9. Bancroft Tower

Bancroft Tower
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10. Cantor Art Gallery College of the Holy Cross

Category: Museums & Culture
Cantor Art Gallery College of the Holy Cross
© Cantor Art Gallery College of the Holy Cross

11. Tuckerman Hall

Tuckerman Hall
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12. Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field

Category: Activities
Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field
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13. Salisbury Mansion

Category: Museums & Culture
Salisbury Mansion
© Salisbury Mansion

14. Wormtown Brewery

Category: Food & Drink
Wormtown Brewery
© Wormtown Brewery

15. Livia's Dish

Livia's Dish
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16. Deadhorse Hill

Deadhorse Hill
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17. Elm Park

Category: Activities
Elm Park
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18. DCU Center

Category: Attractions
DCU Center
© DCU Center

19. O'Connor's

O'Connor's
© O'Connor's

20. 111 Chophouse

Category: Food & Drink
111 Chophouse
© 111 Chophouse

21. Central Rock Gym Climbing Center

Category: Attractions
Central Rock Gym Climbing Center
© Central Rock Gym Climbing Center

22. Crompton Park

Category: Activities
Crompton Park
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23. The Sole Proprietor

The Sole Proprietor
© The Sole Proprietor

24. Live Action Escape Rooms

Category: Entertainment
Live Action Escape Rooms
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: Where is Worcester located?
    • A: Worcester is a historic city in Massachusetts, offering visitors a diverse selection of things to see and do.
  • Q: What cultural attractions can visitors explore in Worcester?
    • A: Visitors can explore the Worcester Art Museum and learn about local history at the Worcester Historical Museum.
  • Q: What outdoor activities are available in Worcester?
    • A: Visitors can stroll through the beautiful Green Hill Park and enjoy hands-on exhibits at the EcoTarium.
  • Q: Where can visitors enjoy performances in Worcester?
    • A: End your day with a performance at Mechanics Hall or at the Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts.
  • Q: What notable educational institution is in Worcester?
    • A: Worcester is home to the College of the Holy Cross, which features the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery.

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