Somerville
United States · MassachusettsUS
City in Massachusetts, United States
Somerville is a city located directly to the northwest of Boston, and north of Cambridge, in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. As of the 2020 United States census, the city had a total population of 81,045 people. With an area of 4.12 square miles (10.7 km2), the city has a density of 19,671/sq mi (7,595/km2), making it the most densely populated municipality in New England and the 19th most densely populated incorporated municipality in the country. Somerville was established as a town in 1842, when it was separated from Charlestown. In 2006, the city was named the best-run city in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe. In 1972, 2009, and 2015, the city received the All-America City Award. It is home to Tufts University, which has its campus along the Somerville and Medford border.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 81,045
- Coordinates
- 42.388, -71.100
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Elevation
- 4 m
Overview of Somerville
Located in Massachusetts, United States, Somerville is best described as a compact city. Some 81,045 inhabitants call it home. Being northern-hemisphere, the best months shift accordingly. So plan the length of your visit accordingly. The activity mix leans towards nightlife.
Things to do in Somerville
Nightlife in Somerville
(2)The nightlife shortlist for Somerville: Pubs and Wine Bars. All of it is drawn from Somerville's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Somerville
Indoor culture and evening options make any month workable.
Getting there & around
Arrive via the nearest transport hub in Massachusetts; once there, walking covers most of Somerville. The local time zone is America/New_York.
Similar destinations
Places near Somerville that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Somerville known for?
- Somerville is mainly a destination for nightlife, set in Massachusetts, United States with around 81,045 inhabitants.
- What can you do in Somerville?
- You can plan around Pubs and Wine Bars in Somerville. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- When is the best time to visit Somerville?
- Indoor culture and evening options make any month workable.
- Where is Somerville located?
- Administratively, Somerville sits in Massachusetts, United States — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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