Guidebook for Newton
Sightseeing
Echo Bridge
A local highlight: Scenic bridge connects paths along the river and falls
Hemlock Gorge Reservation
21 Bridge StTrails and scenery
Nahanton Woods
Nahanton StreetTrails, river walk, and canoe rental
Everything Else
Eliot station
248 Lincoln StMBTA Green Line between Boston and Newton (Riverside line)
Newton Highlands station
MBTA Green Line
Western terminus of MBTA Green Line (D) GoBus to New York City
15 paikallista suosittelee
Riverside station
367 Grove StWestern terminus of MBTA Green Line (D) GoBus to New York City
Amtrak and regional rail with ample parking and conveniences such as coffee, papers, and magazines
6 paikallista suosittelee
Route 128/University Park Station
50 University AveAmtrak and regional rail with ample parking and conveniences such as coffee, papers, and magazines
One of several excellent local arts cinemas. Great indie and the better (longer run) studio films. See also: Belmont Cinema, Landmark Kendall Square and Waltham, and Arlington for Indian movies.
16 paikallista suosittelee
West Newton Cinema
1296 Washington StOne of several excellent local arts cinemas. Great indie and the better (longer run) studio films. See also: Belmont Cinema, Landmark Kendall Square and Waltham, and Arlington for Indian movies.
Bagels' Best
113 Chapel StLocal breakfast hangout
Fabu Salon Spa
Hair and nails. Unisex. Pamper yourself.
Negoshian Towing
38 Ramsdell StAuto service, fuel, towing
Essentials
Baza Gourmet Food & Spirits
30 Tower RdRussian grocery store. Fresh produce, ethnic favorites.
All-purpose supermarket with great selection and high quality food items including meals ready to eat
39 paikallista suosittelee
Wegmans
9102 Shops WayAll-purpose supermarket with great selection and high quality food items including meals ready to eat
Another good supermarket with generally reasonable prices as compared to Whole Foods or Trader Joes
595 paikallista suosittelee
Star Market
370 Western AveAnother good supermarket with generally reasonable prices as compared to Whole Foods or Trader Joes
trader joe's
230 Heath StFunky grocery store with interesting imports and house brand
Food Scene
Johnny's Luncheonette
30 Langley RdFamily friendly, casual diner style
Starbucks
2322 Washington Stcoffee and wifi
Excellent food at reasonable cost. Located at Newton Center T station (MBTA rail). .
7 paikallista suosittelee
Jamie's on Union
70 Union StExcellent food at reasonable cost. Located at Newton Center T station (MBTA rail). .
Panera Bread
120 Highland AveSalad, sandwiches, pastry and breads
Fresh City
241 Needham StGood salad bar, wraps, and stir-fry
Green Tea Restaurant
24 Elliot StChinese food from various cuisines. Weekend dim-sum. Sushi!
Sushi Man
34 Boylston StFine little sushi bar and restaurant. Nice people work here.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Biltmore Bar & Grille
1205 Chestnut StGood food, craft beers, outdoor seating (weather permitting)
Masala Art
990 Great Plain AveGood Indian food in a nice / casual atmosphere.
Entertainment & Activities
Members of affiliated JCCs can use facilities - call for details
JCC Greater Boston | Leventhal-Sidman JCC
333 Nahanton StMembers of affiliated JCCs can use facilities - call for details
On weekends in summer families make a picnic and watch movies on the lawn. Bring blanket and folding chairs
Hyde Playground
100 Lincoln StreetOn weekends in summer families make a picnic and watch movies on the lawn. Bring blanket and folding chairs
Bostonin lastenmuseo
308 Congress Stfamily fun! suitable for 2+
Shopping
Apple Chestnut Hill
199 Boylston StIf you've been to an Apple Store, you know. Otherwise I can't explain.
Lincoln Street
Lincoln StreetRestaurants, an Irish pub, pizza, ice cream, coffee, clothing, etc
Newton Upper Falls
My town
Lincoln Street Coffee
17 Lincoln Stcoffee, pastries