Hancock, Massachusetts Travel & Vacation gateways

Hancock, Massachusetts Vacation Destination

There are plenty of reasons to choose Hancock, Massachusetts and the Berkshires as your next vacation destination. Skiing and snowboarders will enjoy premier trails at Jiminy Peak Mountain resort, located just steps away from Extra Holiday by Wyndham featured vacation resorts. The Hancock Shaker Village and museum offer the perfect opportunity to brush up on your New England heritage and explore historic sites.

In nearby Pittsfield, MA, experience a little bit of art history at the Norman Rockwell Museum or the Berkshire Museum. Visitors are situated in the heart of all the action, just minutes from nearby rural towns and cities like New Ashford, and North Adams, and scenic landscapes offering the perfect opportunities for hiking, fishing and canoeing.

Hancock, MA Travel Tips

• Packing tip - If you're planning to attend a concert at Tanglewood, consider bringing a blanket for the lawn seats, which may be free for kids (depending on performance).
• Best attractions/tourist spots - In the winter - Jiminy Peak Mountain resort is the perfect destination for skiers and snowboarders alike. In the summer- Tanglewood and the Norman Rockwell Museum are must-see attractions.
• Great time of year to visit - The Berkshires are a year-round vacation destination. Winter sports, spring and summer outdoor activities and fall foliage make this an ideal gateway any time.

Weather - Climate (average high temperature)

• January - 32°
• February - 36°
• March - 45°
• April - 58°
• May - 70°
• June - 77°
• July - 81°
• August - 79°
• September - 71°
• October - 60°
• November - 48°
• December - 37°

Nearby Cities/Towns

• Albany, NY
• Boston
• Lanesborough
• New Ashford
• New York, NY
• North Adams
• Pittsfield
• Salem
• Salem
• Stephentown

Nearby Airports

• Albany International Airport

Medical Facilities

• Berkshire Medical Center
• North Adams Regional Hospital
• Fairview Hospital

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