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Weymouth is a city of about 57,000 people on the South Shore of Massachusetts, about 12 miles southeast of Boston. Settled in 1622 as Wessagusset, it is the second-oldest European settlement in Massachusetts after Plymouth. Abigail Adams, wife of President John Adams and mother of John Quincy Adams, was born here in 1744, and her birthplace is preserved as a museum.
Weymouth Town Hall, with its white cupola, is a replica of the Old State House in Boston, and the town's historic districts include Jackson Square and Weymouth Landing, with shops and restaurants along the Back River. The Fore River Bridge, a modern lift bridge, crosses to Quincy beside the old shipyard.
Weymouth has a long shoreline on Boston Harbor. Webb Memorial State Park offers harbor views of the Boston skyline and walking paths, and Great Esker Park, along the Back River, protects one of the tallest eskers in North America with wooded trails. Wessagusset Beach and the harbor islands are popular in summer, and MBTA commuter trains connect the city to Boston.
The restored 1685 parsonage where Abigail Smith Adams, wife of John Adams and mother of John Quincy Adams, was born in 1744, now a house museum run by a local historical society. Tours show period rooms and tell her story. It opens on limited summer days, so check the schedule before you go.
A brick town hall from 1928 whose front is modeled on the Old State House in Boston, with a tall white tower that stands out in the Weymouth skyline. It is still the seat of town government. Admire the facade from the lawn; the interior is open on weekdays during normal office hours.
A modern vertical lift bridge carrying Route 3A over the Fore River between Weymouth and Quincy, opened in 2018 to replace an older span. The lift section rises to let large ships pass. You can see it best from the riverbanks or from the shore near the old Quincy shipyard.
A wooded park along the Back River with one of the tallest eskers in North America, a long glacial ridge you can walk on top of, plus trails along salt marshes with views of the water. It is a peaceful spot for birdwatching. Trails are mostly easy, though some slopes are steep and can be muddy.
A small peninsula park jutting into Hingham Bay, with grassy hills, walking paths, picnic spots and views of the Boston Harbor Islands. It is a quiet place for a short walk and a picnic by the sea. Bring a jacket, as it can be windy. Parking is free but the lot is small and fills on summer weekends.
A park shared by Weymouth and Braintree around a large pond, with a flat walking loop of about 1.5 miles through woods and along the water, plus fishing spots and a dog-friendly path. It is good for an easy walk at any time of year. Parking lots are on both sides of the park.
A sandy town beach on Wessagusset Road facing Kings Cove, with views toward the Boston Harbor Islands and calm water for swimming at high tide. It is a local favorite in summer. Parking near the beach is limited, and there are lifeguards during the summer season, so check the town website.
A historic village center on the Weymouth and Braintree line, with a commuter rail station, local restaurants, pubs and small shops along Washington Street. It is a short walk from the Smelt Brook area and has a growing dining scene. Park in the lots near the station and explore the square on foot.
A small village center in East Weymouth with local shops, diners and services around a busy intersection, close to Whitman's Pond. It is a neighborhood hub rather than a tourist spot but has some long-running local restaurants. Combine a stop here with a walk at nearby Great Esker Park.
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