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ITINERARY
1h 54m86 miles20 stops
1
DCU Center
2
First Baptist Church in America
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
3
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
4
Commonwealth Avenue Mall
5
The Mapparium
"How Do You See the World" is a montage of photos—a global portrait of faces from the pages of The Christian Science Monitor. It welcomes you to a new experience at the Christian Science Plaza. offering stories and experiences that explore progress and possibilities throughout the world as you consider your own place in it. Three different exhibits connect you to positive change flowing out of the inspired actions of everyday people in countries and cultures globally, including Boston’s iconic Mapparium™ experience. The three-story Mapparium globe shows the world at one moment in time—1935. A short narration lets you consider the world before World War II from an entirely different perspective—from the inside of the world looking out.
6
Boston Public Garden
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
7
Mugar Omni Theater
8
The Tam
9
Brattle Book Shop of Boston
The country's oldest antiquarian bookstore, the Brattle has over 200,000 used and out-of-print books, magazines and more.
10
King's Chapel Burying Ground
11
The Point
12
Statue of General Warren
Warren was killed in the Battle of Bunker Hill.
13
Salmagundi - North End
14
Boston Children's Museum
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
15
Downeast Cider House
16
Deer Island HarborWalk
17
Hex: Old World Witchery
Salem Warlock Christian Day presents magical merchandise for both the curious and Witch alike. Whether you want a candle to bless your home, herbs and roots to make your own magic, a potion to attract love, the perfect ritual tool, a Voodoo doll made by a real practitioner, or to cast a spell at our authentic Witches' Altar, Hex is for those who believe in magic and those whose hearts beat with its fire.Be sure to visit our Witches' Altar of the Dead that stands at the Western wall of the shop. Here, countless visitors through the years have left messages, photos, and mementos in honor of departed loved ones in the spirit world. We welcome you to contribute to the magic!And, while there, have an authentic psychic reading with one of Salem's most talented Witches: Leanne Marrama, Laura Broderick, and Kyri Spencer!
18
Hive & Forge
19
Witch And Fairy Emporium
We are a wonderful shop filled with children's costumes and toys, as well as collectibles for people who are looking for toys to connect to their childhood. We also are the home of Judith, the haunted doll. So if you are looking for a gift for that special someone or something unique we are your shop. If its creepy dolls you're into we have you covered there as well. Stop by when you are in Salem, MA, visit us and say hello to Judith one of Salem's haunted residents!
20
Salem Toy Museum
Vintage Toy Museum and Gift ShopThe Salem Toy Museum is a celebration of the classic toys we all grew up with. On display are many of your childhood favorites that are still popular today! Fun facts and original advertising artwork are all part of the classic toy exhibit.The young and young-at-heart will be whisked back in time through displays of the toys that defined generations. This magical journey through the evolution of childhood also offers a glimpse into the cultureof the times.Visitors will be dazzled by the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and evensome 90s toys that are showcased in the museum. Come and visit us and be prepared to step back in time and enjoy the flood of memories.Children, History buffs, Collectors and those who appreciate the pop cultural aspect that make these timeless classics are sure to find enjoyment here.
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Springfield to Boston
1
Start:DCU Center
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(93) review
50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA 01608-1305
2
Start:First Baptist Church in America
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(91) review
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
3
Start:Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(981) review
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
4
Start:Commonwealth Avenue Mall
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(94) review
484 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215-2737
5
Start:The Mapparium
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(934) review
"How Do You See the World" is a montage of photos—a global portrait of faces from the pages of The Christian Science Monitor. It welcomes you to a new experience at the Christian Science Plaza. offering stories and experiences that explore progress and possibilities throughout the world as you consider your own place in it. Three different exhibits connect you to positive change flowing out of the inspired actions of everyday people in countries and cultures globally, including Boston’s iconic Mapparium™ experience. The three-story Mapparium globe shows the world at one moment in time—1935. A short narration lets you consider the world before World War II from an entirely different perspective—from the inside of the world looking out.
6
Start:Boston Public Garden
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9979) review
This Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers. It is America's first public garden.
7
Start:Mugar Omni Theater
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(9) review
1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114-1000
8
Start:The Tam
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.0
(91) review
222 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116-4706
9
Start:Brattle Book Shop of Boston
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(90) review
The country's oldest antiquarian bookstore, the Brattle has over 200,000 used and out-of-print books, magazines and more.
10
Start:King's Chapel Burying Ground
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.0
(92) review
Tremont Street Between School And Park Streets, Boston, MA 02108-3201
11
Start:The Point
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.0
(91) review
147 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02108-2402
12
Start:Statue of General Warren
Boston, Massachusetts·
3.0
(9) review
Warren was killed in the Battle of Bunker Hill.
13
Start:Salmagundi - North End
Boston, Massachusetts·
5.0
(9) review
61 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113-2272
14
Start:Boston Children's Museum
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(994) review
Highlights of this interactive museum include the "Science Playground," featuring giant soap bubble-making tools and the "New Balance Climb," which teaches kids the laws of physics while navigating through a two-story-high maze.
15
Start:Downeast Cider House
Boston, Massachusetts·
4.5
(94) review
256 Marginal St Building 32, Boston, MA 02128-2871
16
Start:Deer Island HarborWalk
Winthrop, Massachusetts·
4.5
(97) review
Deer Island, Winthrop, MA
17
Start:Hex: Old World Witchery
Salem, Massachusetts·
5.0
(1000) review
Salem Warlock Christian Day presents magical merchandise for both the curious and Witch alike. Whether you want a candle to bless your home, herbs and roots to make your own magic, a potion to attract love, the perfect ritual tool, a Voodoo doll made by a real practitioner, or to cast a spell at our authentic Witches' Altar, Hex is for those who believe in magic and those whose hearts beat with its fire.Be sure to visit our Witches' Altar of the Dead that stands at the Western wall of the shop. Here, countless visitors through the years have left messages, photos, and mementos in honor of departed loved ones in the spirit world. We welcome you to contribute to the magic!And, while there, have an authentic psychic reading with one of Salem's most talented Witches: Leanne Marrama, Laura Broderick, and Kyri Spencer!
18
Start:Hive & Forge
Salem, Massachusetts·
5.0
(9) review
30 Church St, Salem, MA 01970-3714
19
Start:Witch And Fairy Emporium
Salem, Massachusetts·
4.5
(91) review
We are a wonderful shop filled with children's costumes and toys, as well as collectibles for people who are looking for toys to connect to their childhood. We also are the home of Judith, the haunted doll. So if you are looking for a gift for that special someone or something unique we are your shop. If its creepy dolls you're into we have you covered there as well. Stop by when you are in Salem, MA, visit us and say hello to Judith one of Salem's haunted residents!
20
Start:Salem Toy Museum
Salem, Massachusetts·
4.5
(95) review
Vintage Toy Museum and Gift ShopThe Salem Toy Museum is a celebration of the classic toys we all grew up with. On display are many of your childhood favorites that are still popular today! Fun facts and original advertising artwork are all part of the classic toy exhibit.The young and young-at-heart will be whisked back in time through displays of the toys that defined generations. This magical journey through the evolution of childhood also offers a glimpse into the cultureof the times.Visitors will be dazzled by the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and evensome 90s toys that are showcased in the museum. Come and visit us and be prepared to step back in time and enjoy the flood of memories.Children, History buffs, Collectors and those who appreciate the pop cultural aspect that make these timeless classics are sure to find enjoyment here.
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What's the driving distance between Springfield and Boston?
The distance is 86 miles
What's the travel time between Springfield and Boston?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 1h 54m mins in normal traffic
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