Amherst, MA Vacation Rentals
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Amherst Travel Guide
Amherst is a vibrant town in Hampshire County, Massachusetts that is full of adventure for vacationers. In particular, there are three colleges in town to visit, as well as fascinating museums to spend time in in the afternoons. In the downtown area, the atmosphere is lively and there are a host of coffee shops and art galleries, as well as boutiques for some retail therapy. In particular, Amherst is known for its fantastic book stores and the Amherst Farmers’ Market.
Things to Do in Amherst
One of the top museums in Amherst include Emily Dickinson Museum. This was the birthplace of Emily Dickinson and visitors can learn about her poetry. There is also the fascinating Amherst Collect Museum of Natural History. There is everything from exhibits on dinosaurs to gemstones to view. In addition, there is the Yiddish Book Center on the Hampshire College campus. To explore the outdoors and discover the beautiful surroundings of Amherst, head to The Notch. Here you'll find great hiking trails here and spectacular views. In addition, there is the Metacomet-Monadnock Trail.
Best Time to Visit Amherst
The summer and the fall are the best times to visit Amherst.
The Weather in Amherst
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Amherst. The hottest month in Amherst is July, when temperatures peak at 97 ˚F. The coolest month is November, when temperatures drop to -3 ˚F. The wettest month in Amherst is June with 13.05 inches of rain, while the driest month is July with 1.63 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in Amherst
Browse rentals from all the best providers including Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and others at AllTheRooms.com. Amherst has 257 hotels, vacation rentals and other special places to stay, with prices to suit careful travellers, extravagant travelers and everything in between. For those wanting to save money, the lowest priced place to stay in Amherst comes in at $18 a night. The average price of an accommodation is around $121 per night.
Those looking to get some work done during their trip to Amherst can pick from 174 places to stay that include WiFi. We have 42 accommodations that come with breakfast included. You can keep up with your workout regime by staying at one of 7 accommodations that provide gym facilities. Driving to Amherst? Then choose one of the 171 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. 10 places to stay have a a pool or jacuzzi
If you're traveling with a furry friend, then be sure to select one of the 27 pet-friendly accommodations available.
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