5 Workshops & Classes in Boston Worth Leaving the Hotel For

1.Witch City Broom Making Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 142 reviews · 1h 30m · from $135Our pick

Meet near Old Town Hall for a 90-minute broom-making class. Choose broomcorn colors, ribbon, and decorations, then learn to wrap and personalize your broom with help from local instructors. Past instructors have included Ashley, Mykaela, Amy, and Samantha. You leave with a handmade Salem keepsake, so plan how you’ll carry or ship it home.

“This was an amazing way to spend a little time in Salem. We enjoyed the broom making with Ashley and we have a souvenir to hang on our wall to remember our time there.”

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2.Witch City Broom Making Workshop in Salem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $134Top rated

At 32 Derby Square, make a Salem souvenir from a handle, broomcorn, ribbons, charms, and other adornments. Local instructors guide you through wrapping and decorating your broom in a group capped at 12. The workshop lasts about 90 minutes, though it can run longer, so leave room in your schedule.

“My sister, niece, and I did this experience and very much enjoyed ourselves. Everyone was very helpful and we did not feel rushed. Now we have a nice souvenir from our visit to Salem.”

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3.Sushi Making Class at a Local Distillery in Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75Best value

At Short Path Distillery in Everett, Chef Harold leads a two-hour sushi class for beginners and experienced cooks. Make miso soup, shrimp tempura and sweet potato hand rolls, plus spicy tuna uramaki, then eat what you prepare with the group. Ingredients and tools are provided; drinks cost extra.

“We had a great time with Chef Harold. He was very personable and professional. The class was really fun and the rolls turned out great!”

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4.First Class Private Airport Transfer from Boston Logan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1 to 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private Logan Airport ride for up to three people in an executive sedan or luxury SUV, with WiFi, water, snacks, and 60 minutes of complimentary airport wait time. Your chauffeur coordinates the pickup and can assist with luggage. Meet-and-greet service may be available by request; confirm the arrangement and your exact destination before booking.

“Excellent service. Great communication with clear directions. Claudio was waiting for us as we exited baggage claim. Vehicle was top notch and he went over and above to accommodate our requests.”

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5.Sushi Making Class at a Local Brewery in Boston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

At Long Live Roxbury in Boston, chef Harold, who has more than 20 years of experience, teaches you to make miso soup, temaki hand rolls and uramaki inside-out rolls. Ingredients and tools are provided, and you eat the meal you prepare. The two-hour class starts at noon; craft beer is available to buy separately.

“The chef was great and the experience itself was positive - because we sat right next to him. He doesn't use a microphone, so sometimes the hearing is a bit difficult. Also, the menu itself felt a bit simple, even if the pricing was great. But everyone managed to do their rolls and the new knowledge was nice! Would do it again, just think the menu + can improve.”

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