Brian's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Amazing views when you reach the summit and there is a small pond. You can drive to the top, or hike.
44 locals recommend
Pittsfield State Forest
1041 Cascade StAmazing views when you reach the summit and there is a small pond. You can drive to the top, or hike.
Appalachian trail cuts through Greylock so if you've ever wanted to explore some of the trail it's waiting for you. Great views from the summit. You can drive to the top, or hike one of the numerous trails.
213 locals recommend
Mount Greylock
Appalachian trail cuts through Greylock so if you've ever wanted to explore some of the trail it's waiting for you. Great views from the summit. You can drive to the top, or hike one of the numerous trails.
Very cool remnant from the ice age. A large boulder perfectly balances on a smaller boulder. There is also a nice hiking trail.
Balance Rock State Park
Balance Rock RoadVery cool remnant from the ice age. A large boulder perfectly balances on a smaller boulder. There is also a nice hiking trail.
Great hiking/biking trails. The Arcadian Shop is at the main trailhead and is an outdoor outfitter store.
66 locals recommend
Kennedy Park
275 Main StGreat hiking/biking trails. The Arcadian Shop is at the main trailhead and is an outdoor outfitter store.
Onota is the larger of the two lakes Pittsfield has to offer. Great for swimming, fishing, or kayaking. There is also a boat rental livery where you can rent pontoon boats and kayaks.
37 locals recommend
Onota Lake
Lakeway DriveOnota is the larger of the two lakes Pittsfield has to offer. Great for swimming, fishing, or kayaking. There is also a boat rental livery where you can rent pontoon boats and kayaks.
Pontoosic lake is great for swimming and boating. You can rent pontoon boats there from Berkshire u-drive boat rental.
21 locals recommend
Pontoosuc Lake
Pontoosic lake is great for swimming and boating. You can rent pontoon boats there from Berkshire u-drive boat rental.
Ice Glen is a great family friendly walk. it's great for a leisurely walk.
28 locals recommend
Ice Glen Trail
Ice Glen TrailIce Glen is a great family friendly walk. it's great for a leisurely walk.
Canoe Meadows is another great family friendly hiking area with easy to navigate trails. If you're into bird watching you'll absolutely love it there.
21 locals recommend
Mass Audubon Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary
309 Holmes RdCanoe Meadows is another great family friendly hiking area with easy to navigate trails. If you're into bird watching you'll absolutely love it there.
The rail trail was once a train track. It's now a really nice paved trail. It's perfect for walking, biking, roller skating or jogging. The scenery is amazing!
74 locals recommend
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Rail TrailThe rail trail was once a train track. It's now a really nice paved trail. It's perfect for walking, biking, roller skating or jogging. The scenery is amazing!
Boat Rentals
Berkshire U-Drive Boat Rental
1651 North StPontoon boat rental at Pontoosic lake.
Onota Boat Livery
463 Pecks RdOnota Lakes boat rental.
Arts and Entertainment
Contemporary art museum located about 25-30 mins away in North Adams. They have some amazing exhibits.
382 locals recommend
MASS MoCA
1040 Mass MoCA WayContemporary art museum located about 25-30 mins away in North Adams. They have some amazing exhibits.
The Clark Art Institute is a gem of a museum. Its located in a beautiful setting, and it's a perfect place to go have a picnic and enjoy fine art.
329 locals recommend
The Clark Art Institute
225 South StThe Clark Art Institute is a gem of a museum. Its located in a beautiful setting, and it's a perfect place to go have a picnic and enjoy fine art.
The Berkshire Museum is Located in the heart of the Berkshires and is a terrific place to bring the little ones. Be sure to pop in to Museum Outlets right next door. It is a really neat gift shop.
102 locals recommend
Berkshire Museum
39 South StThe Berkshire Museum is Located in the heart of the Berkshires and is a terrific place to bring the little ones. Be sure to pop in to Museum Outlets right next door. It is a really neat gift shop.
The famed Norman Rockwell Museum is a short drive and displays some amazing pieces. While you're in the area take a stroll through downtown Stockbridge.
344 locals recommend
Norman Rockwell Museum
9 Glendale RdThe famed Norman Rockwell Museum is a short drive and displays some amazing pieces. While you're in the area take a stroll through downtown Stockbridge.
Barrington Stage and Co is located in downtown Pittsfield and puts on some really great plays and musicals.
64 locals recommend
Barrington Stage Company
30 Union StBarrington Stage and Co is located in downtown Pittsfield and puts on some really great plays and musicals.
Jacob's Pillow is world renowned. If you appreciate the art of dance You'll love what they have to offer.
257 locals recommend
Jacob's Pillow
358 George Carter RdJacob's Pillow is world renowned. If you appreciate the art of dance You'll love what they have to offer.
Tanglewood offers a wide range of concerts and events. Be sure to check out the line up. They allow you to bring everything you need for a perfect concert picnic. It is only about 18 minutes away from The Hydrangea House.
398 locals recommend
Tanglewood
Tanglewood offers a wide range of concerts and events. Be sure to check out the line up. They allow you to bring everything you need for a perfect concert picnic. It is only about 18 minutes away from The Hydrangea House.
Food Scene
Pittsfield Farmers Market
100 First StreetPittsfield farmers market. Every Saturday from 10-1.