Overview
Franklin is a city of 37,000 in Massachusetts.
Bellingham is a town with a population of 17,000 (2020). Birthplace of noted author William Taylor Adams, also known as Oliver Optic.
Medway is a town with a population of 13,000 (2020). Birthplace of famed U.S. outdoorsman John "Grizzly" Adams.
Millis is a town with a population of 8,000 (2020). Home to the Sikh Temple, Guru Ram Das Ashram and Gurdwara.
Norfolk is a town with a population of 12,000 (2020).
Wrentham is a town with a population of 12,000 (2020). Famous for its premium outlet mall shopping and the home of Hellen Keller.
1 things to do · 4 places to eat · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Franklin
Regal Bellingham
Multi screen theater complex showing the newest releases.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 83°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Dec. (climate data from nearby Walpole)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- PVD Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport, Providence/Warwick — 25 mi away (major hub). Directions
- BED Laurence G Hanscom Field, Bedford — 27 mi away. Directions
MBTA operates commuter rail service from Boston.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $120–$120 a night (typical $135), from 2 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$160, mid-range ~$210, comfortable ~$290.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
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Map
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Get in
MBTA operates commuter rail service from Boston.
Go Norfolk railway station
Go Franklin/Dean College railway station
Do
Buy
Shop Wrentham Village Premium Outlets
Stores range from the finest designer fashions and jewelry to home furnishings, housewares and electronics. There are big brands such as Hugo Boss, Adidas, Nike, DKNY, Burberry, Gap, Guess, Ann Taylor, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Levi’s, Liz Claiborne, Swarovski, Royal Doulton, Calvin Klein, Benetton, Waterford Crystal and Williams-Sonoma.
Eat
Eat Bay Leaf
A small family-owned cafe that serves all the usual suspects for breakfast. Pizza, calzones, sandwiches, and pasta for lunch.
Eat Mykonos Greek Kitchen
Greek food.
Eat Saigon Restaurant
Vietnamese food.
Eat Kawaii Sushi Asian Fusion
Pan-Asian bar. Serves alcoholic drinks, Chinese, and Japanese cuisine.
Sleep
Go next
Providence and Boston are within a 40 minute drive without traffic.
Nearby
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City / town · 5 listings · 7 mi away
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Foxborough
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Woonsocket
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Cumberland
City / town · 21 listings · 8 mi away
Blackstone
City / town · 13 listings · 9 mi away
Medfield
City / town · 24 listings · 9 mi away
Walpole
City / town · 10 listings · 9 mi away
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