Visit Concord in Massachusetts
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10.02.26
Concord Conservatory or Music Presents: Music & Beer
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:30 pm at 51 Walden What do a masterfully crafted brew and a brilliant piece of music have in common? More…
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9.02.26
Fossil Exploration at Discovery Museum
Do you know what a paleontologist does? Join us to find out! We will use our tools to find and examine some different fossils, thinking…
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9.04.26
Backyard and Beyond: Treehouse Yoga at Discovery Museum
Move your body and connect with nature while doing outdoor yoga! Yoga improves physical and mental strength, like self-awareness and focus. Kelly Western, professional yoga…
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Celebrating 250 years of revolutionary greatness
Welcome to Concord, Massachusetts where America’s roots run deep. Explore the birthplace of American independence and imagination, the town that Thoreau called “most estimable place in all the world.” Concord’s fascinating past makes it a popular tourist destination, with TripAdvisor ranking it one of the Best Places to Visit. Discover the local charm and well preserved historic places that bring visitors from around the world. Here you can retrace the steps of Revolutionary War soldiers and literary greats and learn about how “the shot heard round the world” led to America’s independence. To experience Concord is to experience the American story.
Location and Size
25.9 square miles, nestled just outside Boston.
Famous for
Trendiness – arts, antiques, historic and cultural district, entertainment, lectures, music, restaurants and bars.
Heritage – historic homes, national parks, museums, tours and adventure.
Outdoor Life – family farms, hiking, biking, walking paths, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Why stay the night? Romantic fireside winters, spring gardens, fall leaf peeping and fall and spring harvests.
Group Bus Tours
The Town of Concord offers tours to fit every group’s needs. Whether you live local or are visiting us from another region, we welcome you to experience Concord with a tour led by one of our certified guides. Small group, private and bus tours are available year round. Tours can focus on Revolutionary History, Literary History, Little Women, cemeteries and more.
Walking Tours
Walking tours depart the Concord Visitor Center at 1:00P, daily. The 75 minute experience will introduce guests to the Downtown Concord area and will touch on Concord’s rich Revolutionary and Literary history while visiting sites such as The Milldam, Monument Square, The Old Hill Burial Ground and more.
Concord, spelled out. 🍂
Colonial history at North Bridge, where Minutemen gathered in 1775
Orchard House, where Louisa May Alcott wrote Little Women
Nature at Walden - swim, walk, or just sit a while
Cafes and charm around Monument Square
On the river, canoe or kayak at your own pace
Revolutionary Road, the route militia once crossed
Deliberate living - Thoreau’s whole philosophy in two words
Seven letters, one very good day trip. 🌲
📍 Concord, MA
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Working 9-5 … well, 9-4 but what a way to make a livin! We are like Dolly, loving our hourly endeavors! Here, tourism manager Beth Williams at the helm of the Concord Visitor Center. Have you visited recently? Stop by 58 Main St. We have daily walking tours at 1 pm, water for your pup, maps and brochures and bathrooms, AC and wi-fi. Working 9-4! #concordvisitorcenter #concordwalkingtours #concordhistory #stillheardroundtheworld
Meet Tony Takazawa, one of our Concord tour guides! 👋
Tony brings a true love of local history to every tour, along with experience at the Concord Museum and Minute Man National Historical Park. He’s always eager to keep learning and to share the stories that make Concord such a fascinating place.
And his fun fact? While in college, Tony once attended a small cocktail reception with Kurt Vonnegut and ended up talking with him about nuclear weapons!
Say hello to Tony the next time you join us for a walking tour. 🥾📚
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It is a dark time for the Rebellion. Although the town of Boston has been liberated, British Imperial troops have landed in New York, and have their sights set on cutting the rebellious colonies in half. Evading the dreaded Imperial fleet, a force of Patriots led by George Washington have established a new base on Brooklyn Heights. The “evil” Lord William Howe, obsessed with defeating Washington, has dispatched thousands of foreign soldiers to aid in his capture of the strategic city. Join park rangers portraying Continental and Hessian soldiers to learn about each side’s perspective during the largest land battle of the American Revolutionary War.
Step back into the American Revolution with “The Empire Strikes Back: The Battle of Long Island” at Minute Man National Historical Park. On August 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM, park rangers portraying Continental and Hessian soldiers will explore both sides of the largest land battle of the Revolutionary War. This free, one-hour living history program takes place at the North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty Street, Concord. Free. Join us for this living history talk. @minutemannps
Join our Concord twilight tours, every weekend through October. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, the tours explore Concord in the golden hours and bring to life monuments, memories and mortality. Visit the silent stones, fall glory and byways of Concord. $26.50 adults, $21.20 youth and seniors. Or schedule your own private tour. Go to Visitconcord.org under the walking tour tab to book. #stillheardroundtheworld #concordwalkingtours #concordhistory #visitconcordma #what’s going on concord
We’re excited to share a new partnership with the Concord Visitor Center and CRAFTED, the new store located above Vanderhoofs Hardware.
As part of a trial run, we have Crafted coupons available to give to everyone who takes a Concord Visitor Center tour.
Crafted Together is located at 26 Main Street, 2nd Floor, and is an artisan gift store, charm bar, and workshop space located at 26 Main Street, Concord, MA. Our retail space features handcrafted goods from more than 20 local artisans and a vintage + modern charm bar where you can design your own jewelry or keychains. We offer monthly workshops on a variety of art topics for the community to refine their skills or learn something new.
Concord Visitor Center is located just down the street at 58 Main St. Sign up for a walking tour at VisitConcord.org.
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This fall, we’re hosting a series of conversations and events inspired by Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity by Joseph Lee. The lineup includes two book discussions, an author Q+A with Joseph Lee, and a special Indigenous Peoples’ Day family program featuring the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers.
Sept. 21, 12 PM: Building Community Book Club, Fowler Library
Sept. 23, 11:30 AM: Fowler in Fact Book Club, Fowler Library
Sept. 29, 6 PM: Author Q+A with Joseph Lee, Concord Library
Oct. 12, 10 AM: Indigenous Peoples’ Day Family Program, Concord Museum
Register for library events at cfpl.info/events. Registered participants get a free copy of the book while supplies last.
Join us in Concord for these conversations about community, history, identity, and place.
It’s wedding season in Concord! 💍✨
Did you know Visit Concord can help you plan a wedding, rehearsal dinner, welcome gathering, anniversary celebration, family reunion, corporate event, or other special occasion right here in historic Concord, Massachusetts?
With its beautiful scenery, rich history, charming inns, distinctive venues, museums, art spaces, country clubs, restaurants, and unforgettable New England atmosphere, Concord offers a setting for celebrations of all sizes and styles.
Whether you’re imagining a romantic historic wedding, an intimate gathering surrounded by art and history, a beautiful reception overlooking rolling greens, or a weekend filled with activities for family and friends, we can help you start putting the pieces together.
Visit Concord can assist with:
* Venue and lodging ideas
* Group tour planning
* Historic and cultural experiences for guests
* Suggestions for restaurants and gathering spaces
* Activities for wedding weekends and group itineraries
* Local recommendations to help make your celebration feel uniquely Concord
From welcome events to the big day—and all the memorable moments in between—let Concord be part of your story.
Planning a wedding or special event? Contact the Concord Visitor Center at 978-318-3061 and discover all the possibilities in Concord.
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