Winter in Massachusetts is in full swing, with freezing temperatures, heavy snow and the desire to get out and explore. We find ourselves wondering what there is to do when the weather is cold and the sun is hidden behind the clouds. Luckily, there are many options for fun-filled days to create memories with your loved ones, while staying warm too! From Cape Cod to Boston, there are many things to do indoors to fill your winter days. 

Cape Cod

Upper Cape 

Woods Hole Science Aquarium The Woods Hole Science Aquarium displays approximately 80 species of marine animals found in Northeast and Mid-Atlantic U.S. waters.

Falmouth Cinema A sit-down restaurant and bar with a full-sized movie screen; the room is smaller than a traditional theater, ensuring every table has an outstanding view of the action

Upside Down Escape Rooms (Mashpee) UDEG is an Escape Room is an interactive adventure game for people ages 10 to 110; players are placed in a room and have 60 minutes to complete a mission by solving a series of puzzles and connecting clues.

Sandwich Glass Museum Looking for a unique and fascinating museum experience? Look no further than the Sandwich Glass Museum Located in the heart of historic Sandwich, Massachusetts, the Sandwich Glass Museum is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the art and science of glassmaking.

Mid Cape

House of Hatchets (Hyannis) Cape Cod’s first indoor axe throwing and archery venue.

Ryans 10 Pin Eatery  (Hyannis) Arcade, bowling, laser tag, virtual reality ride, prizes, and a golf simulator offer something for every member of your crew.

Whydah Pirate Museum (Yarmouth) Visit Cape Cod’s newest interactive science museum featuring real pirates and real treasures.

Cape Cod Museum of Art (Dennis) The Museum preserves the work of the Cape’s finest artists and celebrates the distinctive artistic identity of the Cape, the Islands and the region.

Lower Cape

Charles Moore Arena Public Skate (Orleans) Offering a variety of different programs – including figure skating, hockey, public skate, and curling. 

Orpheum Theater (Chatham) The original Orpheum Theater opened in 1916 as Chatham’s first and only movie house- a year-round destination where generations of Cape Cod families and summer visitors could enjoy gripping dramas, slapstick comedies, joyous musicals or swashbuckling adventure films week after week.  

Harwich Junior Theater Cape Cod Theatre Company/Harwich Junior Theatre, Inc. is Cape Cod’s premier multi-generational theater. We educate, empower and inspire people of all ages from all backgrounds to explore their creative talents, experience live theatre, foster community, and nurture a life-long appreciation of the performing arts.

Brewster Ladies Library  A cultural and community center since 1852, it provides free access to a range of resources and activities. From book sales to yoga, movies and sewing, the Brewster Ladies Library has something for everyone.

Outer Cape 

Truro Vineyards Each year the vineyard is open  to wine lovers from around the world. Truro Vineyards is a family business, owned and operated by the Roberts family since 2007.

Left Bank Art Gallery (Wellfleet) Established in 1971, Left Bank Gallery is spacious, unconfined, and tactile with continuously rotating collection of paintings – from lyrical abstract to “plein air” realism, all with the power of engaging the viewer.

Provincetown Whale Watching (Indoor seating)  Captain John Boats runs whale watching trips, deep sea fishing trips, a fast ferry run to Provincetown, harbor cruises, and private charters departing from the historic waterfront on both the Town Wharf and State Pier in Plymouth, MA, as well as the MacMillan Pier in Provincetown, MA.

South Coast

New Bedford Whaling Museum The New Bedford Whaling Museum ignites learning through explorations of art, history, science and culture rooted in the stories of people, the region and an international seaport.

Canned Heat Brewery (Fall River) The ultimate goal, and why Canned Heat exists, is the pursuit of making exceptional beer. It’s an obsessive passion driven by creativity, precise execution, lofty expectations and exploring beyond perceived boundaries.

AMF Somerset Lanes AMF is America’s place to play—a modern salute to the glory days of bowling, providing family-friendly fun, league-friendly lanes, and a delicious menu packed with “crave-able” comfort food.

South Shore                                                   

Plymouth Bay Winery  Welcome ashore to Plymouth Bay Winery, where wine is paired with the freedom to mix things up!

The Pottery Playce (Hanover) The Pottery Playce is the South Shore’s paint-your-own pottery studio for artists of all ages.

Hingham Heritage Museum  Visit the Heritage Museum to begin learning about Hingham’s rich history.  

All In Adventures (Kingston) All In Adventures Kingston (formerly Escape the Mystery Room Kingston) has kid and family friendly Escape Rooms that are perfect for all ages and skill levels. 

Boston 

Museum of Fine Arts (Boston) Showcasing ancient artistry and modern masterpieces, local legends and global visionaries, our renowned collection of nearly 500,000 works tells the story of the human experience—a story that holds unique meaning for everyone. 

New England Aquarium (Boston) The New England Aquarium is a nonprofit research and conservation organization that has protected and cared for our ocean and marine animals for more than 50 years.

Samuel Adams Brewery (Boston) The brewery has a passion for never settling, and brewing quality, flavorful beers.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace (Boston) Over 80 businesses occupy Boston’s iconic mixed use festival marketplace. Customers enjoy unique, locally loved, and nationally recognized shops while indulging in the worldwide cuisine at our restaurants, pubs, and in the world-famous Quincy Market Colonnade.

From wineries to whale watches, the options are endless for things to do indoors in beautiful Massachusetts. Once roads are plowed, make some plans with your family and friends and enjoy the Winter, while staying nice and warm!