Visit Massachusetts - August 5, 2025

Come to where beach eats meets summer comfort food.

See why Sullivan's Castle Island is a James Beard Classics winner...

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Nearly 75 years ago, Dan Sullivan, Sr. opened Sullivan’s Castle Island in South Boston with a simple plan: to provide quality food at reasonable prices in a family-friendly atmosphere. Today, his grandson carries that tradition forward and Sullivan’s is a 2025 James Beard Classics winner.

Sullivan’s Castle Island

Relax, there’s plenty of summer left in Massachusetts!

With more than 1,500 miles of coastline in Massachusetts, countless beautiful beaches, picturesque ponds, and lovely lakes to choose from, your favorite summer water sports and activities are still going strong!

Many of our beaches have snack stands offering a bounty of your favorite beach concessions like hot dogs, hamburgers, French fries, and ice cream - so maybe don’t pack that cooler and have a beachy bite on your next summer trip.

Snack Stands

Staying in a quaint inn with access to a delicious restaurant is a perfect way to unwind and relax after a day of fun in Massachusetts. Find the menu and room you’re looking for today!

Book Your Stay

Aug 9 | Tasting | Join us at Life Love Cheese in Wakefield for a unique Asian-Inspired Chocolate Tasting experience that blends exotic spices and local delicacies with smooth, artisan chocolate.

Aug 14 | Farm Tour | Venture into the field at Plimoth Patuxet Musuems and wander among the rows of corn to learn about the crop that has sustained civilizations for thousands of years.

Mondays thru Aug 25 | Seafood | Soirée on the Bay at the Wequassett in Harwich is an alfresco dining experience overlooking Pleasant Bay.

Mondays thru Aug 25 | Jazz + Pizza | The talented Andy Wrba & Friends will keep you entertained at Pizzeria Boema’s Jazz Mondays in Lenox.

Thursdays thru Aug 28 | Farmer’s Market | The Auburn Farmer’s Market takes place weekly at the Pappas Recreation Complex. Don’t miss out on a festive evening to support local farmers.

Ongoing | Beer + Trivia | Boston’s Harpoon Beer Hall hosts trivia every Monday. Grab a pretzel and a locally made brew and test your skills!

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