Best of the Berkshires Guidebook

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Best of the Berkshires Guidebook

Live Music & Performance Arts

Tanglewood is a “must see” for any visit to the Berkshires and only a 15 minute drive from the house! Tanglewood is one of the world’s most beloved music festivals, with an annual music series showcasing classical, pop and contemporary artists, and has been setting the standard for picknicking since 1937.
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Tanglewood
398 recommandé par les habitants
Tanglewood is a “must see” for any visit to the Berkshires and only a 15 minute drive from the house! Tanglewood is one of the world’s most beloved music festivals, with an annual music series showcasing classical, pop and contemporary artists, and has been setting the standard for picknicking since 1937.
Jacob’s Pillow is lauded worldwide as a “hub and mecca of dancing” (TIME Magazine), “one of America’s most precious cultural assets” (Mikhail Baryshnikov), and “the dance center of the nation” (The New York Times). “The Pillow” is a treasured 220-acre National Historic Landmark, a recipient of the prestigious National Medal of Arts, and home to America’s longest-running international dance festival.
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Jacob's Pillow
358 George Carter Rd
257 recommandé par les habitants
Jacob’s Pillow is lauded worldwide as a “hub and mecca of dancing” (TIME Magazine), “one of America’s most precious cultural assets” (Mikhail Baryshnikov), and “the dance center of the nation” (The New York Times). “The Pillow” is a treasured 220-acre National Historic Landmark, a recipient of the prestigious National Medal of Arts, and home to America’s longest-running international dance festival.
Shakespeare & Company has been one of the premiere cultural attractions of Berkshire County, and a globally recognized landmark for theatrical performance, arts education, and professional training
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Shakespeare & Company
70 Kemble St
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Shakespeare & Company has been one of the premiere cultural attractions of Berkshire County, and a globally recognized landmark for theatrical performance, arts education, and professional training

Winery

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Caves Balderdash
81 State Rd
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Museums

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The Mount, Maison d'Edith Wharton
2 Plunkett St
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Hancock Shaker Village
1843 W Housatonic St
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Musée Norman Rockwell
9 Glendale Rd
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The Clark Art Institute
225 South St
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MASS MoCA
1040 Mass MoCA Way
382 recommandé par les habitants

Spa / Resorts / Yoga

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Miraval Berkshires
55 Lee Rd
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Canyon Ranch Lenox
165 Kemble St
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Kripalu Center For Yoga & Health
57 Interlaken Rd
122 recommandé par les habitants

Outdoor Activities

Berkshire Botanical Garden was established in 1934 and is one of New England’s oldest public gardens. The garden spans 15 acres filled with more than 3000 plant species and varieties, many which are indigenous to the Berkshires. Classes, workshops, lectures, exhibits and special events are offered year-round, and the display gardens can be toured daily (check website for more details https://www.berkshirebotanical.org/).
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Berkshire Botanical Garden
5 W Stockbridge Rd
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Berkshire Botanical Garden was established in 1934 and is one of New England’s oldest public gardens. The garden spans 15 acres filled with more than 3000 plant species and varieties, many which are indigenous to the Berkshires. Classes, workshops, lectures, exhibits and special events are offered year-round, and the display gardens can be toured daily (check website for more details https://www.berkshirebotanical.org/).
Local apple orchard and farm market store. The cider donuts are a must-have!
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Bartlett's Orchard
575 Swamp Rd
27 recommandé par les habitants
Local apple orchard and farm market store. The cider donuts are a must-have!
A historic 18-hole Massachusetts golf course combines spectacular views with challenging golf
Wyndhurst Manor & Club
55 Lee Rd
A historic 18-hole Massachusetts golf course combines spectacular views with challenging golf
This 1,100-acre wildlife sanctuary, along the slopes of Lenox Mountain, features 7 miles of hiking trails and offers nature programs for adults and children throughout the year.
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Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
472 W Mountain Rd
41 recommandé par les habitants
This 1,100-acre wildlife sanctuary, along the slopes of Lenox Mountain, features 7 miles of hiking trails and offers nature programs for adults and children throughout the year.
Hit the slopes at this family friendly local ski resort. There are also great hikes to take advantage of during the non-winter months!
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Bousquet Ski Area
101 Dan Fox Dr
115 recommandé par les habitants
Hit the slopes at this family friendly local ski resort. There are also great hikes to take advantage of during the non-winter months!
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Ski Butternut
380 State Rd
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Otis Ridge
159 Monterey Rd
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Expansive highlands, distinctive mountains, layered ridgelines, lush river walks and shaded glens are part of the A.T.’s diverse and captivating experiences through the Berkshire region of Massachusetts.
Appalachian Trail
Appalachian Trail
Expansive highlands, distinctive mountains, layered ridgelines, lush river walks and shaded glens are part of the A.T.’s diverse and captivating experiences through the Berkshire region of Massachusetts.
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Monument Mountain
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Mont Greylock
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Conseils aux voyageurs

Se déplacer dans les environs

Renting a car is necessary in order to get around.

You will need a car in order to take advantage of everything the Berkshires has to offer. Nearby airports: Albany International Airport (50.3 miles), Bradley International Airport (76.7 miles)