| Framingham is the largest town in
Massachusetts, with a population of 67,000. Originally a blue-collar
manufacturing town, Framingham is now known for its high density of
white-collar technology and business professionals, as well as diverse
ethnic populations, due to its proximity to Boston (only 25 miles away) and
the tech corridor, Route 128. Framingham is the home of several
major corporations, including Staples, TJX, Perini, Boston Scientific, and
Bose Audio, and also is part of what is known as the Golden Mile, a
large conglomeration of shopping malls and retail outlets.
Activities
• Nobscot Mountain in North Framingham. Nobscot Mountain and
Nobscot Reservation provide over 1,000 acres of hiking, camping, and
sightseeing, managed by the Knox Trail Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
• Garden in the Woods. A stunning selection of local flora and
fauna.
Shopping
If you enjoy shopping, Framingham is definitely the place in
eastern Massachusetts to visit. We have every major retail chain from
Wal-Mart to Best Buy and more.
Absolutely do not miss Jordan's Furniture Store. It may sound
strange that a furniture store is considered an attraction, except that this
particular furniture store has a Mardi Gras celebration nearly every hour,
intensely themed rooms, the only IMAX theatre near Boston (strange as that
may seem), virtual reality arcades, and more. Even the roast beef stand is
worth seeing just for the giant aquarium in it.
Dining
• Minado, on Route 9 near the Hampton Inn. If you like sushi,
you'll love Minado. It's an all-you-can-eat Japanese and Chinese buffet with
exquisite sushi at very reasonable prices.
• Ken's Steak House, on Route 9 near Wal-Mart. Of Ken's Salad
Dressing fame. A local favorite.
• Pacific Buffet, on Route 9 next to Cabot House. Another
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Get in
By car
Framingham is most accessible via the Massachusetts Turnpike, Exit 12 on
I-90. You can also reach Framingham from the south via Route 126, and from
the east or west via Routes 9, 30, 20, and 16.
By train
The MBTA provides commuter rail
service from South Station, Boston to Framingham. Trains run approximately
hourly, and at the half hour during rush hour.
By plane
Framingham is accessible only via
Logan Airport in Boston. Travelers must take the Logan Shuttle or
private shuttle from the airport, or use the trains.
Links
Official Town Web Site
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