Concord, Massachusetts

Concord, Massachusetts has a unique place in American history. It was here that the first shots of the American Revolution were fired in 1775 during the Battle of Lexington and Concord. Then, in the mid-nineteenth century, Concord was the center of the country's literary renaissance and home to some of the nation's most influential writers, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.

First settled by the English in 1635, Concord remained primarily an agricultural community until the early 20th century. Although farmlands have diminished in recent decades, the area has retained its rural aspect. Its three rivers and extensive conservation and park lands preserve the natural beauty that inspired Thoreau's “Walden” and Emerson's “Nature.”

With its rich history, historical and literary attractions, natural beauty, and close proximity to Boston (20 miles), Concord is one of New England's most treasured destinations. Take a look at our interactive map of Concord to learn more about all that you can see and do around Concord. Check out our guest rooms or extended-stay accommodations, learn what culinary delights await you in our restaurants, and make your reservations today. You'll soon see why Concord's Colonial Inn is one of the most popular historic inns in New England.