Wellesley travel guide

Wellesley Tourism | Wellesley Guide

You're Going to Love Wellesley

With a population of 27,982, Wellesley is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wellesley has to offer.

Where to Eat in Wellesley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bocado Tapas Wine Bar – Wellesley (45 Church St.) and Wellesley Tavern (165 Linden St) are great picks.

When to visit Wellesley

Wellesley in January
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wellesley in January
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wellesley

Plane

When flying to Wellesley, you’ll arrive at Norwood Memorial (OWD), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Wellesley departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wellesley, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wellesley to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Wellesley is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 175 miles from Wellesley. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wellesley, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Wellesley takes 60 miles and will cost you around $11. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

When flying to Wellesley, you’ll arrive at Norwood Memorial (OWD), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Wellesley departs from Chicago and takes around 2h 18m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Wellesley, followed by Acela. The train journey from Wellesley to Providence takes 0h 45m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 28m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Wellesley is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 175 miles from Wellesley. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wellesley, including CoachRun, OurBus and Concord Coach Lines. From Providence, the bus ride to Wellesley takes 60 miles and will cost you around $11. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Wellesley

Airlines serving Wellesley

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (812 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wellesley

Average rates range from around $127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $145 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wellesley

Most booked hotels in Wellesley

Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Waltham
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 446 reviews)
$136+
The Westin Waltham Boston
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 288 reviews)
$182+
Hyatt House Boston/Waltham
3 stars
Excellent (8, 568 reviews)
$130+
Hampton Inn Boston-Norwood
3 stars
Good (7.5, 735 reviews)
$162+
Wellesley Bed and Breakfast
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$55+
Extended Stay America Suites - Boston - Waltham - 52 4th Ave
2 stars
Good (6, 496 reviews)
$117+

Renting a car in Wellesley

Renting a car in Wellesley costs $85 per day, on average, or $254 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wellesley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wellesley, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wellesley costs $85 per day, on average, or $254 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wellesley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wellesley, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.