The temperature is going down and the idea of leaving your warm apartment is more daunting than ever. For those of you bold enough to travel outside the confines of your luxury residence, we've compiled a list of winter activities worth leaving the house for:
Traditional Outdoor Fun
-Skiing. Whether you are a pro-skier that doesn't have the time to travel to a more northerly destination, or if you have never seen a pair of skis, skiing at Blue Hills is a great option for anytime fun. Only 20 minutes from Faxon, with reasonable prices ($16 for a snow pass, $16 ski or snowboarding lesson), skiing at the Blue Hill is a perfect opportunity to make the most of a winter day.
Wachusett Mountain is a scenic drive down route 2 and a great mountain for the experts down to the beginners. Be sure to check out their events including the Polar Express Celebration on December 22nd or their New Years Eve celebration.
-Ice Skating. If you, or your kids, would prefer to skate, the Shea Memorial Rink is now open for the season! The Rink is open for public skating Sundays 2 p.m. - 3:40 p.m., Tuesdays 1 p.m. - 4:40 p.m., Thursdays Noon - 1:40 p.m. and Saturdays 2 p.m. - 3:40 p.m. Skating is free! The rink has skate rentals available.
-Sledding. If you're feeling even more adventurous, go sledding! Some favorite local sledding hills include Milton Academy, President's Golf Course in Quincy, Kelly Field in Milton or Furnace Brook Golf Club also in Quincy.
Indoor Fun
- Get fit with hot yoga or rock climbing. Yes, you can do these two activities anytime but the cold weather makes working out and staying healthy that much harder. Why not try something new, fun and warm instead of running outdoors everyday? Try the Rock Spot Climbing in Dorchester or try hot yoga at Bikram Yoga Studio in Quincy.
For a truly unique exercise/play experience, check out the Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park in Boston. This is not just for kids. Give it a bounce!
- Museums. The easiest and most intellectual way to enjoy a chilly day. We know the museums tend to be a little on the expensive side, but the MFA is free after 4 p.m., and the ICA is free on Thursdays. Check out these amazing museums and grab dinner in Boston to enjoy a nice evening out.
- Get in the Holiday Spirit. There are tons of local spots to warp up your holiday shopping. Take a stroll through Faneuil Hall, get your last minute hostess and family gifts - let the lights, the trees and the holiday music put you in the mood.
Just because it's cold doesn't mean you have to be bored and miserable! There are plenty of things to do in the Boston area to keep you entertained no matter what your preferences are.
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