Downtown Lowell Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lowell City Hall and downtown aerial view panorama in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts, USA.
Lowell City Hall and downtown aerial view panorama in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts, USA.
Part of Lowell National Park, this cotton weaving factory has a rich history. The town of Lowell was designed using the water to power the factory using a series belts and pulley's. Woman were the primary workers in the factories and the jobs were extremely dangerous.
Cute coffee place.
If you are a textile and industrial revolution fan, this is an amazing resource. I could visit over and over again. Come to think of it, I have.

Popular places to visit

Lowell historic downtown, Canal, Marrimack River and historic Mills panorama aerial view in fall in Lowell, Massachusetts, MA, USA.

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.

Boott Cotton Mills Museum
Aerial view of UMASS Lowell in early winter

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.

University of Massachusetts Lowell
The Old North Bridge over the Concord River in Minuteman National Park, Concord, Massachusetts

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.

Concord River

Tsongas Arena

Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Tsongas Arena

Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Enjoy a performance at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Lowell National Historical Park

You can learn about the history of Lowell with a visit to Lowell National Historical Park. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lowell National Historical Park

Activities

Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

NZ$25
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Battle of Lexington and Concord Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Lowell Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford

3 out of 5
116 Riverside Ave Medford MA
The price is NZ$203 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$203
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Medford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,671 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Boston/Medford
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

2.5 out of 5
135 2nd Ave Waltham MA
The price is NZ$165 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$165
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,642 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham
Best Western Plus Waltham Boston

Best Western Plus Waltham Boston

3 out of 5
380 Winter Street Waltham MA
The price is NZ$132 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$132
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,154 reviews)
The room was comfortable and warm on a frigid night. The staff were all friendly and helpful and the breakfast was excellent.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Best Western Plus Waltham Boston
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

4 out of 5
50 Ferncroft Rd Danvers MA
The price is NZ$173 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$173
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,391 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Holiday Inn Express Boston North-Woburn by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Boston North-Woburn by IHG

2.5 out of 5
315 Mishawum Rd Woburn MA
The price is NZ$181 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$181
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Woburn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Excelente servicio. El personal de recibo muy amable y atento. Proceso de check in muy rápido. Gran variedad de opciones en el desayuno. Definitivamente regresamos!

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Boston North-Woburn by IHG
AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

3.5 out of 5
10 Acorn Park Drive Cambridge MA
The price is NZ$218 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$218
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was clean and warm.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lowell

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The Acre

While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit and American Textile History Museum.

The Acre
Aerial view of Merrimack River and Tyngsboro Bridge panorama in downtown Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, USA.

Belvidere

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

Belvidere
Final resting place of Jack Kerouac ❤️

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.

South Lowell
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Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Heritage State Park and Cambodia Town.

Highlands

Downtown Lowell Travel Guide

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