Filled with history, parks and more, Worcester is rife with outdoor and cultural activities By Mia Hamm • Updated on February 8, 2021 at 7:06 am NBC10 Situated in central Massachusetts, Worcester is the city for just about anyone. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor day-trip on the weekend or are spending more time in the area, this historical gem of a city is the place for you. Here are 10 activities to add to your Worcester bucket list: Quinsigamond State Park Mass.gov Filled with various options for recreational activities, visitors have the option to go to either Regatta Point -- with facilities for swimming, sailing, picnicking and fishing -- or the Lake Park area, which has a picnic area, swimming beach and tennis courts.