There is so much to do and see while touring the Berkshires. Couples getting married here or honeymooning in the area have an incredible opportunity to experience a variety of cultural and artistic activities. Here is a small list of those activities you should do when staying or vacationing here in the Berkshires!
Tricia McCormack
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Stu Rosner
Be entertained
297 West St., Lenox, Massachusetts 01240During its season, running from June to late August, Tanglewood draws a crowd from near and far. Grab a blanket and relax on the lawn while enjoying your favorite wine and cheese spread. Take in the beauty of the scenery and listen to a Classical B.S.O. Concert, James Taylor or the ever-popular Tanglewood on Parade! This summer you can laugh your socks off with the comedy routine of Steve Martin and Martin Short! The schedule for the season is posted on their site helping you to plan your trip! World class talent performs here from all over the world so it’s easy to see why this is such a major draw for our tourists.
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Explore an estate
2 Plunkett St, Lenox, Massachusetts 01240Tucked away in Lenox sits the breathtaking mansion home of Edith Wharton. Visitors are offered many ways to explore the beautiful estate and grounds. Take a guided tour of the home, listen to jazz on the veranda or stroll through their pristine gardens. Into ghost hunting? They offer a very spooky ghost tour throughout their season!
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Get nostalgic!
Norman Rockwell Museum – famous for his paintings, the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge is one artistic site you won’t want to miss! Take in the afternoon touring the museum and then head downtown to Main Street in Stockbridge for an afternoon lunch and to see the famous streetscape from his iconic paintings. Sit on their porch and rock the afternoon away in the old-time rocking chairs at porch of the Red Lion Inn. You’ll feel a sense of serenity and nostalgia of what life was like in our area decades ago.
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Mount Greylock State Reservation
30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MassachusettsAs far as we're concerned, Mt. Greylock is what puts this county on the map! With peak elevation reaching 3,491 feet, you can view the rolling hills and picturesque farm lands all around you. Accompanying the war memorial tower are dozens of hiking trails, some ordinary, while others are hidden gems that bring you to enchanting waterfalls and out of this world views. Take your party on a cruise to the top just before sunset, when the view is the most magical. Or spend a day climbing the mountain on foot, discovering why the locals and tourists rave about this destination.
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One of a kind dining experience
1342 County Rd, Becket, Massachusetts 01223The Dream-Away Lodge – known for hosting famous artists like Arlo Guthrie, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Allen Ginsberg and the Rolling Thunder Review, has a particular niche in this small community and is one of the area’s best kept secrets. Tucked away in the hills of Becket, MA this small venue was part two of Bob Dylan’s film Renaldo and Clara. The Dream-Away Lodge is best known for it’s small musical acts, its great food and that 1970’s vibe we all love and adore.
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See a show
30 Union St., Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201Barrington Stage – known for it’s Broadway-bound shows like, “On the Town” and “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”, Barrington Stage is always the perfect way to end an evening in downtown Pittsfield. Take advantage of the many local eateries that have a fast-track menu to help you stay on schedule and to get you to the show on time!
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Time Travel
1843 West Housatonic St, Hancock, Massachusetts 01201See what Shaker life was like in the late 1700’s at Hancock Shaker Village. The village is always hosting fun and exciting activities for families. In the springtime, you can visit their baby animal’s exhibit. It’s one activity that is always a major hit!
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