I recently visited Belkin Family Lookout Farm, and overall it was a pleasant experience ,…read moreespecially with a group of students. Here's a breakdown: What worked well / strengths The staff were extremely kind and helpful. The grounds and orchards were well maintained and offered enjoyable scenery and walking paths.The cider donuts are outstanding. There are plenty of activities in the orchards, which my students enjoyed. What could improve... The food offerings were not ideal. The quality felt closer to a school lunch standard, but with a price tag higher than expected. As for the cider itself, I'm not a huge fan of it generally, so I can't strongly endorse that part of the menu. Prices for picking or admission can feel steep even for a group rate. Belkin / Lookout Farm is a lovely destination with lots of charm, especially for seasonal visits and orchard-based activities. If you're going primarily for the cider or food, temper expectations. But if your goal is to have students enjoy the orchard, fall vibes, fresh donuts, and outdoor experience, it delivers well.

I used to come here all the time when I was little to my high school years every fall season to…read moreApple pick with my family. I haven't been back in a long time and went on a weekday and boy was it different since kids are back in school. It was relatively quiet but still happy they were open and no lines or crowds. You no longer pay by weight. You pay per person at $37/adult and they give you a tiny bag to fill up with apples, pears, peaches and other fruits they have. If you want to purchase another bag it is $15! Parking is complimentary and there is no train, we had to walk! Not sure if that is just because it is a weekday and not a weekend. We did get some Asian pears, peaches, nectarines and apples. At the end we bought Apple cider and donuts at the market.

My family and I have been going to Wilson's for ten years and love it so much. It has an amazing…read moreselection of produce and food from local vendors, so happy that they carry Iggys Bread! It does get a little busy at times, but the lines move quickly and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Grateful to have Wilson's in our community.

Wilson Farm in Lexington is easily one of the best local spots for high-quality groceries and…read moreseasonal family fun. The entire market is exceptionally clean, well-organized, and beautifully laid out, making it a joy to walk through whether you're picking up dinner or spending the day out with the family for their corn maze, pumpkin patch, or potato launching. Between the fresh gourmet produce, cheeses, and meats, the marketplace is fully stocked, and their selection of ready-to-heat homecooked meals is a lifesaver on busy nights. You definitely can't leave without visiting the bakery section. Fresh breads, colossal decadent brownies, fresh local cow's milk, and Wilson-grown berries are absolute staples that never disappoint. The service is mostly solid, though a bit mixed depending on who you interact with. The staff stocking the floor and managing the displays are consistently friendly, approachable, and happy to help you find what you need. The cashier and bagging team can be a bit hit-or-miss...at times, they can seem a little disengaged and ready for their shift to end, but it's a minor downside to an otherwise fantastic visit. Overall, it's a top-tier local gem for great food and fun community events.

A super cute farm to visit, but be sure to check the hours on their website before you come!…read more On a super hot Saturday, my boyfriend and I saw that the farm was open (according to Yelp and Google) and decided to make the trek to see some alpacas! When we arrived though, we found out that the farm is usually closed during the summer (unless you email the owner in advance) and that their website is the only reliable site to see the hours! Luckily, the owner was around and super nice and gave us a tour anyway! There were goats, a mini horse, a mini donkey, and an alpaca herd worthy of the trek we took! All the animals were really friendly, and the owner was incredibly informative. The highlight was probably an extra cuddly mini donkey that ran to my boyfriend and insisted on being pet! Overall - it was a fun adventure and I highly recommend it! I'm sure it's even better once the weather is cooler!

A herd of 12 alpacas , 2 friendly goats, 2 Shetland sheep, 2 mini donkeys and 2 awesome owners,…read moreShelly and John. They weren't really open, it is mostly a fall place but they said to come on over and we got a personal tour. They have a cute gift shop, which takes square, and very very very reasonable alpaca fur items!

What a cute ranch!!! They offer free tours (you can select timed tours online or walk into the shop…read moreto rsvp in person). There are so many alpacas! The ranch separated the males and females. Alpacas shearing happened already (spring) so if you want to see them with full fur, staff told us to return in Nov. They are still cute :) Tour runs 45 mins long and we get to feed and pet them. I am so bad with names but I know one is called Summer. Two pregnant mamas and one baby on the ranch! On the way out, please put a donation in the jar or make a purchase at the store. Plenty of cute socks, sweater, etc. Please note that you will smell alpaca spit (or musty odor) when you enter the shop/ranch and even after you depart. Don't wear fancy clothes.

The owner of the ranch is such a genuine, friendly, and caring individual. She shared her story…read morewith us during the tour and you can really tell how passionate she is about this establishment and the alpacas. Most of the alpacas were friendly and you can clearly see how happy and well taken care of they are. I love visiting places where they care for their animals and treat them like family. Definitely a must visit if you're in the area. They do free 1 hour long tours, but donations are welcome. Make sure to make a reservation so they know you're coming.

Love this self serve farm stand Lavender farm. Family business on a historical plot of land. Cute…read morelittle stop off the road in Sherborn. You pay by putting the money in a slot on the wall. There are nearby shops and farms of you'd like to make this trip a whole day.

Great farm. Great dogs. Great lavender. 10/10 would recommend visiting this lovely New England gem.read more

So happy to have found this farm! We were looking for a place to bring our one year old to pet and…read moreinteract with farm animals that was not a large and crowded zoo, and we were very impressed. It's like stepping back in time to a slower lifestyle strolling around the farm and petting goats, sheep and donkeys. It was free to visit which was great and we were free to walk around and explore. For only $1 we could buy some food to feed the animals. Great development experience for our child. We will definitely be back as the weather gets warmer!

Festival Farm is old fashioned country fun. my grandchildren love the train ride and the animals…read moreare so cute. Definitely make the short trip!

What a great spot to bring the family for Halloween! They go all out with the decorations and it…read moredoes not disappoint. The animals were also a big hit - horses, bunnies, goats, geese, and mules can be seen up close. The music and food also do not disappoint. They feature bands on the weekends that play into the evening and there are picnic tables and fires to keep you warm. The food truck there also serves pretty solid burgers, hot dogs, and fries. A bit on the pricey side but you do get a ton of crispy fries and even the black bean veggie burger was solid. Not to mention there is a full bar there. I mean there is literally something for the entire family. Can't recommend it enough for a nice evening.

The food was good and folks were friendly. We had an overwhelming amount of flies however trying…read moreto eat with us. Kind of ruined the experience . I also wished the animal enclosures were better kept. There wasn't a single one with clean water and the bedding looked dirty. Granted none of the animals seemed to be in bad shape so it perhaps was just an off day.

Great local spot! They have some animals, a fresh farm stand and we just went for pick your own…read moreblueberries !

Apples were good. Experience was awful. The owner (owners father I think he said) made us super…read moreuncomfortable. Makes you feel like you are doing things wrong before you even purchase the bags. Entirely awkward. Price high.

I guess if you can't get out beyond Route 95, this will do…read more They have pumpkins, a few other things (like gourds, some apples, limited apple cider), and apple cider donuts. Unlike most places, the donuts are really tiny and yeast-raised, whereas other spots are cake donuts. They're not bad and are different. Definitely eat them fresh and hot. Parking is a bit small and tight. I had to circle around a couple of times before getting a spot.

Best mini apple cider donuts! Nice people, they also sell Ever So Humble frozen pies and delicious…read moreapple cider!