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Newton is a leafy city of about 90,000 people just west of Boston, made up of 13 historic villages such as Newton Centre, Newtonville, Waban and Auburndale, each with its own small center. It is one of the Boston area's most desirable places to live, with grand Victorian homes, good schools and easy trips into the city on the Green Line and commuter rail.
Newton's most famous stretch of road is Commonwealth Avenue, where the Boston Marathon passes the city hall and climbs Heartbreak Hill every April in front of huge cheering crowds. The Newton City Hall and War Memorial sits in a landscaped park, the Newton Free Library is one of the busiest in the state, and Boston College's Gothic campus overlooks the Chestnut Hill Reservoir.
Newton Centre has restaurants, cafés and shops around a green, and the Charles River winds along the city's western and northern edges, with canoe rentals in Auburndale and the arched Echo Bridge in Newton Upper Falls. Hammond Pond and Webster Woods offer trails close to the city.
Colonial Revival city hall from the 1930s with a war memorial, set among landscaped grounds with ponds and paths designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm. The grounds are a calm place to stroll. Walk around the ponds, and visit the memorial hall when the building is open.
Main public library of Newton, a large, busy library with a welcoming reading room, children's area, art exhibits and many events and talks. It is a good stop on a rainy day. Check the events calendar for author talks and concerts, which are often free.
Stone arch aqueduct bridge built in the 1870s over the Charles River at Newton Upper Falls, carrying the Sudbury Aqueduct. It is named for the echo under its great arch. Walk across the top for river views, and explore the trails of Hemlock Gorge below.
Famous uphill stretch of Commonwealth Avenue in Newton, around miles 20 and 21 of the Boston Marathon, where many runners struggle. On Marathon Monday crowds line the road to cheer. Walk or run it on the carriage path, and come on race day for an exciting atmosphere.
Federal-style farmhouse built in 1809, home of the Jackson family and once a stop on the Underground Railroad, now a museum run by Historic Newton. Exhibits cover city history and the fight against slavery. Check hours and look for family programs.
Colonial house built in the 1730s, now a museum of Historic Newton telling the story of families who lived there through the Revolution and the early republic. Its grounds include gardens. It is open on limited days, so check the schedule before you go.
Boston College's art museum, in a building on Commonwealth Avenue, presenting major exhibitions that range across many periods and cultures, plus works from its own collection. Admission is free. Check what is on display, and combine a visit with a campus walk.
University campus in Chestnut Hill known for its Collegiate Gothic buildings, including Gasson Hall with its tall tower, set on a hill along Commonwealth Avenue. It hosts sports events and public talks. Walk the main quad for photos, and check the athletics calendar for games.
Busy village center with shops, cafes, restaurants and a green space, served by a Green Line stop. It is one of the liveliest of Newton's villages. Take the train from Boston, eat at a local restaurant and walk to nearby Crystal Lake on a summer day.
Village in north Newton with a walkable main street of local restaurants, cafes, shops and a commuter rail stop. It has a friendly neighborhood feel. Stop for coffee or dinner, and look for community events and the farmers market in warmer months.
Natural lake near Newton Centre with a city-run swimming beach that opens in summer, plus a shoreline path. It is a cool escape on hot days. Check the city site for beach hours and fees, and come in the morning for calmer water and fewer people.
State reservation in Chestnut Hill with a pond, woodland trails and rocky outcrops popular for beginner rock climbing and bouldering. Trails connect to the larger Webster Woods. Wear good shoes for the rocks, and visit in autumn for colorful leaves around the pond.
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