25 Spring Getaways in New England for under $150

A Night at the Wachusett Village Inn

Wachusett in Princeton, MA isn't just for skiing - spend the night at the cozy Wachusett Village Inn and spend the day hiking. At Wachusett Mountain State Reservation, a variety of hiking trails are available for all levels of hikers.

The Freedom Trail and Lunch in Boston

The Freedom Trail is a 2 and a half mile route that leads you to 16 historically significant sites through downtown Boston. You can explore museums and meetinghouses, churches, and other historical places.

Stop along the way for lunch at one of Boston’s many restaurants and explore one of America’s oldest and most interesting cities.

Sam Adams Brewery Tour

If you love beer, stop by the Sam Adams Brewery in Boston for a tour and beer tastings - there are special events all spring, including the April Open House on Thursday, April 16th and starting April 1st, they're offering Flight Nights every Wednesday from 5PM to 7PM.

You can create your own complimentary flight plan by choosing from beers on tap and in growlers, ranging from experimental brews, to the flagship Boston Lager, and seasonal styles. Best of all, it's free!

Nickle Creek Vineyards

Opening for the season in May, Nickle Creek Vineyards in Foster, RI offers wine tastings and self guided vineyard tours. 2 wine tastings are complimentary, and $8 for any six wines. Pick up a bottle of your favorite starting at just $12.99.

Explore Acadia National Park

People have been drawn to the rugged coast of Maine throughout history. Awed by its beauty and diversity, early 20th-century visionaries donated the land that became Acadia National Park. The park is home to many plants and animals, and the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic coast. Today visitors come to Acadia to hike granite peaks, bike historic carriage roads, or relax and enjoy the scenery.

The Cog Railway at Bretton Woods, Mt Washington

Passengers experience a sense of adventure and history on the Mount Washington Cog Railway's 3-hour guided train tour to the highest peak in the Northeast. With approximately one hour to spend at the 6,288 foot summit, visitors can take in the spectacular panoramic view, spanning the mountains and valleys of New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont, north into Canada, and east to the Atlantic Ocean.

Due to the popularity of trips, advance booking is recommended.

Take A Ferry and Explore Casco Bay Islands

The Casco Bay Islands are sometimes called The Calendar Islands as it is said you could explore a different island each day of the year. 

For a one-of-a-kind adventure, the Maine Island Trail Association (MITA) has mapped a route from the New Hampshire border to Machias Bay and their handy guide offers details on places to explore and wildlife to watch for along the islands of Casco Bay.

The Casco Bay Lines, offers year-round ferry service to the larger islands and allows islanders to live year-round off the mainland. Its schedule allows for easy planning of your island adventure.

Shattuck Golf Stay & Play 

Enjoy the scenic Mount Monadnock region and get some golf in, too. The Stay and Play program teams up the Shattock Golf Club with several area inns.

Experience everything the region has to offer with many lakes, hiking trails, antique shops and restaurants.   The Jack Daniels Motor Inn offers a 1 night stay with 1 round of golf for $90 per person.

Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Tour

Who doesn't love ice cream?  The Ben and Jerry's Factory Tour in Waterbury, VT offers a 30-minute guided tour that is fun and educational for all ages.

The full service scoop shop menu includes special items as well as traditional favorites (like waffle cones and hot fudge sundaes!). Can’t decide? Their scoopers are equipped to offer suggestions and sample tastes.

CoCo Key Water Park Boston

CoCo Key in Boston is one of the largest indoor water parks in Massachusetts. Located at the DoubleTree Hotel in Boston, they offer a full day four pack for $150 - letting 4 people enjoy the park all day for a reasonable price. 

The Newport Mansions

The mansions are one of the most famous parts of Newport - and you don't have to spend like a socialite to check out the gilded splendor. You can tour any 5 properties for one low price of $31.50, leaving plenty of cash left over for dinner at any of Newport's famed eateries.

Verde Vineyards

Verde Vineyards in Scituate, RI offers tastings for $3.00 and tours are available upon request.

Take a tour, stroll the grounds and absorb the tranquility of the vineyard. Picnic lunches are welcome, enjoy a glass of wine, and spend an afternoon under the oaks at the vineyard.

Private tours and tastings are also available.

Facials at Butter Day Spa

Looking to pamper yourself on a budget? Spoil yourself with one of Butter's luxuriously therapeutic services and reinvigorate yourself.

The $84 Europa Facial includes cleansing, toning, exfoliation and mask to improve skin tone and texture.  A relaxing massage and custom treatment mask helps balance and soothe your skin.

Take in the 119th Boston Marathon

The Boston Marathon kicks off on Monday, April 20 at 9:30 AM in Hopkinton MA, and the route continues through to the finish line on Boylston St in Downtown Boston. Grab lunch downtown and cheer on the participants at the finish line. It's a New England tradition!

See a Show at the Hanover Theater

Comedy, concerts, and musicals are playing all spring long at the historic Hanover Theater in Worcester.  Check out Annie, Daniel Tosh, or Fiddler on the Roof this Spring at the Hanover.

Ride Horses at the Turning Leaf Farm

Looking for a new adventure? The Turning Leaf Farm near Worcester offers horseback riding lessons and horseback riding for the beginner and experienced horseback rider.  

Old Sturbridge Village

Young and old are invited to celebrate spring with the arrival of baby animals and the prepping of the fields at Old Sturbridge Village. Meet the Village’s cuddly, heritage breed newborns up-close and experience first-hand the responsibilities of raising animals on a farm in 1830.

At the Freeman Farm, families will learn about 19th century agriculture practices and tools, as well as learn how they are applicable to today’s farmers and even backyard gardeners. Kids will have a chance to try their hand at seasonal chores.

Explore Block Island

Rent a bike or moped and explore this beautiful island off the coast of Rhode Island.

Block Island features 17 miles of pristine beaches, protected by lighthouses and spectacular bluffs, and surrounded by rolling roads and winding paths.

Check out a Red Sox Game

With tickets starting at just $10, frugal or casual baseball fans can check out a Red Sox home game at Fenway in Boston this spring without breaking the bank. There's plenty of reasonably priced restaurants in Kenmore Square to grab a bite to eat before or after the game, if the ballpark food doesn't do it for you. 

The home opener is Monday, April 14 vs the Nationals. 

Plimoth Plantation

The 17th-Century English Village at Plimoth Plantation is a re-creation of the small farming and maritime community built by the Pilgrims along the shore of Plymouth Harbor. The English Village brings colonial Plymouth vividly to life.

You will find modest timber-framed houses furnished with reproductions of the types of objects that the Pilgrims owned, aromatic kitchen gardens, and heritage breeds livestock. Engaging townspeople recreating our Pilgrim ancestors are eager to tell you about their new lives in Plymouth Colony.

Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyard

Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton, RI has wine tastings and a full menu is available at Carolyn's Cafe from the spring through the fall. 

Explore the beautiful coastal vineyards and take a bottle home. 

See a Show at PPAC

This spring PPAC is offering shows like Dirty Dancing, Lewis Black, John Mellencamp, and Frankie Valli.  Grab a show and dinner in downtown Providence for a Broadway-caliber night out without the huge price tag.

Explore Martha's Vineyard

Hop the ferry and check out all Martha's Vineyard has to offer before the summer crush.

Cycling, hiking, golf, fishing, and boating are all available on the island.

Check out the Boston Museums

The Museum of Science, the New England Aquarium, Museum of Fine Arts, and the JFK Museum all offer varied, inexpensive fun and educational experiences right in Boston.

You could spend all day immersing yourself in one, or check out all of them. 

Take a Scenic Drive through New Hampshire and Vermont

Nothing says "Spring" like acruise through the countryside.

Head up north, and check out the budding trees and lush landscapes. Stop off for a bite to eat at a roadside cafe or diner, and hey, we're in the days of GPS - you can't get lost!