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Sometimes getting lost is one of the best ways to discover a new and unfamiliar place. That being said, it's always good to research a couple of key things about your destination before you head off. Read on for a few basics about Amherst.

From the center of Springfield, you'll need to travel north for 19 miles (31 kilometers) to reach this neighborhood.

The population of Springfield is roughly 150,000.

Hotels in Amherst

Are you looking for the perfect place from which to explore Amherst's attractions? Then you'll have to shake a leg. There are just 3 accommodations within walking distance of the neighborhood's center.

We suggest The Lord Jeffery Inn (30 Boltwood Ave) and the Hotel UMass (1 Campus Center Way). Pick out the best option and then start packing your bags.

Places to visit in Amherst

Ditch the history journals! See the past come alive at Emily Dickinson Museum. Want more close by options? It has often been said that the pen is mightier than the sword, and Amherst College is one of the best examples of this. Take a tour around the campus and find out about the accomplishments of its exceptional thinkers. But that's not all there is. A wise man once said, "The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery." Admire the profound works at Mead Art Museum, and take a moment to imagine the story behind each piece.

Where do you fly into for Amherst?

If you're heading to Amherst, the closest major terminal is Bradley International Airport (BDL). It's around 30 miles (48 kilometers) to the south from the central area. Choose an in-flight film, settle in and you'll arrive before you know it.