Worcester's rather large airport is currently unused by passenger airlines, however passenger service will continue on December 22, 2005 four days a week between Worcester and Orlando, Florida.

From Boston

The MBTA's Framingham Worcester Line : $6 one way. Often takes an hour to an hour and a half, depending on if you are on a local or express train.

Greyhound has far more frequent service and (sometimes) faster service. In theory this should take 50 minutes, however, Greyhound uses the Mass Pike where traffic is often miserable   More...

The Higgins Armory Museum, which prides itself on being "The only Museum in the Western Hemisphere solely dedicated to the collection of arms, armor and art." Visiting hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. then Sunday from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Sorry, but it's closed Mondays.

The Burnside Fountain, located on the south   More...

 • Coney Island Hot Dogs, 158 Southbridge Street, 753-4362, Open W-M. (best hot dogs, best sign)
 • Long Island Hot Dogs, 68 Stafford Street, 753-9223. (best burger)

Breakfast

For breakfast the wealth of diners opens up and it is near impossible to choose. Here are some of the most cool and comfy:

 • Parkway Diner, 148 Shrewsbury Street, 753-9968.
 • Jeans Place, 136 Cambridge Street, 753-9466.
 • Gold Star Diner
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