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You might like the nightly rates at this top lodging option in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: The Westin Waltham-Boston - 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the heart of Waltham. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 32°F. The snowiest months in Waltham are January, February, April, and March, with each month seeing an average of 6 inches of snowfall.

In general, Waltham is known for its college atmosphere, museums, and rivers. Major attractions include Fenway Park, TD Garden, and New England Aquarium. Get out into nature with places like Beaver Brook Reservation, Copley Square, and Boston Common. Cultural attractions include Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation, Rose Art Museum, and Brighton Music Hall.

Keep this information about transit options in Waltham in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field), located 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from the city center. Another option is Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), located 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Train stations like Waltham Station and Waltham Brandeis-Roberts Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.