Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northampton January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Northampton Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northampton.dx9187)[Hotels in Northampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels.d9187.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northampton.d9187.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northampton Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northampton.d9187.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northampton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northampton.d9187.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Northampton, MA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northampton Types of activities Where to stay [Northampton travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Northampton.dx9187) ![Aerial of Northampton, Massachusetts, United States on a fine day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/46783554-6e5e-4d36-9d3a-424a1d0c2d52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial of Northampton, Massachusetts, United States on a fine day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/46783554-6e5e-4d36-9d3a-424a1d0c2d52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![E84RG6 Main Street, shopping district of Northampton, Massachusetts. Image shot 2014. Exact date unknown.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/017c7611-41b3-4300-889d-eab1ff9fe987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Driving through Massachusetts ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/c97a86fc-32ff-4ce9-850c-f7f708c4fef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A lot of history in Northampton, MA - Photo of the first meeting house.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9187/ff7e00a7-b455-492e-89ad-ced19d295052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northampton Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Northampton has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Northampton, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Northampton with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Northampton Northampton is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Northampton, and make it a breeze to explore Northampton and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northampton to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Northampton, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Northampton. #### Northampton attractions Northampton has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Northampton to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northampton. Looking for things to do in Northampton can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Northampton or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northampton attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Northampton | Number of things to do | 1 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details): £71 | | Top 5 things to do | [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [NYC Christmas Magic Bus Day Trip from Granby MA Dec 27 2025](/things-to-do/nyc-christmas-magic-bus-day-trip-from-granby-ma-dec-27-2025.a51261677.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northampton --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Barr Smith library of the university of Adelaide, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6315876/67c63628-17d3-47c7-bab6-53bfcb693f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Smith College 4/5(1 review) Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Smith College during your trip to Northampton. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Smith-College-Northampton.d6315876.Attraction) ![Entrance to Kreidersville Red Wooden Covered Bridge on Sunny Winter Day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532666662/5c9ae3a2-89f4-4f7f-b66a-79e70e2b457d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Northampton You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Historic Northampton during your trip to Northampton. Discover the bars and its live music while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Northampton-Northampton.d553248621532666662.Attraction) ![Large Organ in Saint-Petersburg's conservatory](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070271/63d764d8-a8a1-401e-b38a-cde4ea253b30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Academy of Music Theater You can enjoy a show at Academy of Music Theater on your trip to Northampton. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Academy-Of-Music-Theater-Northampton.d6070271.Attraction) #### Smith College Botanic Garden Explore the great outdoors at Smith College Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Northampton. Discover the bars and its live music while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Smith-College-Botanic-Garden-Northampton.d6070309.Attraction) #### Cooley Dickinson Hospital If Cooley Dickinson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Northampton. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cooley-Dickinson-Hospital-Springfield.d624550942167216128.Attraction) #### Calvin Theater You can enjoy a show at Calvin Theater on your trip to Northampton. Experience the area's live music and theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Calvin-Theater-Northampton.d6213809.Attraction) #### Paradise Pond You can learn about the history of Northampton with a stop at Paradise Pond. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paradise-Pond-Northampton.d950930237156667392.Attraction) #### Spare Time Bowling You can enjoy the entertainment at Spare Time Bowling during your trip to Northampton. Discover the bars and its live music while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spare-Time-Bowling-Northampton.d553248621532666629.Attraction) #### Smith College Museum of Art You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Smith College Museum of Art during your trip to Northampton. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Smith-College-Museum-Of-Art-Northampton.d951028604777959424.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Northampton ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oxbow While there might not be top attractions in Oxbow, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spare Time Bowling and Academy of Music Theater. 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