Massachusetts offers rich history, scenic coastlines, vibrant cities, and diverse cultural experiences with a goal to share those resources with as many people as possible. Experiencing Massachusetts looks different for all travelers. This page is a resource to share planning tools, partner resources, and helpful guidance to make trip planning easier and more informed.
Note: Access needs vary by individual. Contact businesses and attractions directly to confirm details that meet your needs
Note: Many links point to third-party resources and are for guidance only. The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism does not certify individual businesses or guarantee accessibility compliance.
When planning your travels, consider the access features that matter most to you — whether that’s step-free entry, mobility-friendly paths, sensory accommodations, service animal policies, or ASL interpretation. Knowing what questions to ask — and where to find answers — can make all the difference.
Featured Accessibility Resources
A state list of accessible parks, beaches, trails, and outdoor programs around Massachusetts.
Stop by a Massachusetts Visitor Info Center for maps, brochures, and trip planning help — many have accessible amenities and staff ready to assist.
Tools & Third-Party Planning Support
- accessibleGO – A trip planning and hotel search tool that can help travelers find accommodations based on specific accessibility needs.
- AXS Map – A user-generated accessibility map where travelers share real-world accessibility ratings and details for locations nationwide.
- Where to Wheel – App with listings of user-generated accessible places that aims to help mobility challenged/wheelchair users find accessible venues and transportation.
- Ahoi – An accessibility-focused app that helps users find the places that meet their specific needs.
- Wheel the World – travel platform specialized in accessible tourism
Accessible Experiences Around the State
- The Freedom Trail includes several wheelchair-accessible segments (like the Granary Burying Ground), though some historic sites have limitations.
- Boston Duck Tours offer fully wheelchair-accessible vehicles, making them a great alternative to walking tours.
- Harvard Yard tours are wheelchair accessible with advance notice and even provide loaner wheelchairs.
Good for: first-time visitors, history lovers, limited mobility travelers
- Museum of Fine Arts Boston offers accessible exhibits and specialized programs (including therapeutic and sensory-friendly experiences).
- Museum of Science Boston provides accessibility features and inclusive programming.
- MASS MoCA has wheelchair-accessible galleries, paths, and assistive tours for blind/deaf visitors.
- Perkins Museum offers multi-sensory exhibits focused on blindness and deafblindness.
Good for: indoor, year-round accessibility; sensory-friendly options
- Mass Audubon runs “All Persons Trails”—wide, flat, wheelchair-friendly nature trails with tactile and audio features.
- Mount Greylock State Reservation features an accessible summit trail and facilities.
- Pittsfield State Forest includes paved, accessible forest trails.
- Boston Harbor Islands (especially Spectacle Island) offers ADA-compliant trails and accessible ferry access.
Good for: nature experiences without rugged terrain barriers
- CAPEable Adventures: kayaking, cycling, skiing, and more for people with disabilities.
- Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers: adaptive sailing, rowing, cycling, and team sports.
- All Out Adventures: hiking, kayaking, and outdoor recreation for all abilities.
- Community Boating Inc: accessible sailing with specialized equipment and staff support.
Good for: active travelers looking for inclusive outdoor experiences
Accessible Listings
These businesses identify themselves as accessible.
Planning Tools for Travelers
Whether you’re exploring cities, coastal towns, or quiet countryside, here are planning aids that help make travel simpler.
Our comprehensive travel guide with planning tips across regions of the Commonwealth.
Helpful federal guidance on planning travel for people with disability-related needs, especially for transportation and international travel contexts.
Industry Guidance & Resources
Helpful resources for tourism businesses, event organizers, and venues interested in expanding inclusive practices across the Commonwealth. These links connect to reputable external guidance on accessible tourism.· Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards: Federal baseline guidance for accessibility requirements.
Federal baseline guidance for accessibility requirements.
National nonprofit promoting accessible travel and hospitality practices.
National organization with mission to inspire and educate the travel industry to provide accessible experiences to help people with disabilities enjoy travel as much as everyone else.
Additional Resources
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We want to keep improving this page and the resources it links to. If you have suggestions, accessibility questions, or know of accommodations or programs you think we should include, please reach out.
