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Agawam
Half a day for Six Flags New England, or skip Agawam if you don't want a theme park: the town itself has little else for a visitor.
Agawam is a residential town in the Pioneer Valley, best known for Six Flags New England, the largest theme park in New England. Outside the park, there's Robinson State Park for hiking and a few local eateries. Most travellers use it as a day trip from Springfield or West Springfield.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Sep (theme park open)
- avoid Nov–Mar (park closed, cold)
- Airport
- BDL
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Agawam911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Agawam, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyAgawam is a safe suburban town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBDL Bradley International Airport (About 30 min drive south; no direct public transit.).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (diner)$2–4
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from Springfield to Agawam$15–25
- Budget bedMotel / budget hotel room, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel / budget hotel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel / budget hotel room, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BDL Bradley International Airport (About 30 min drive south; no direct public transit.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Agawam: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
10 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
9 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
11 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
11 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
12 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
10 rd
Dec
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. US 5 runs north–south, Route 57 east–west. No useful public transit within town.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 15 min
US 5 north, about 10 min drive
Dr. Seuss Museum, Springfield Armory, and the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Door to door: 35 min
I-91 north, about 25 min drive
Downtown shops, Smith College art museum, and restaurants.
Door to door: 40 min
I-91 north then Route 9, about 30 min drive
UMass campus, Emily Dickinson Museum, and the Amherst Farmers Market.
Door to door: 20 min
Route 141 west, about 15 min drive
Holyoke Canal Walk and the Volleyball Hall of Fame; limited dining.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
West Springfield / Springfield
Closest hotel clusters; 10–15 min drive to Six Flags.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid-range hotel room1 × 1 night × US$160 | US$160 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Six Flags New England day ticket2 × US$70 · check 2026 price; parking extra | US$140 |
| Parking at Six Flags1 × US$30 · check | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$53 |
| Trip total≈ US$292 per person per day, bed included | US$583 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (diner) | $2–4 |
| Burger and fries | $10–15 |
| Six Flags New England day ticketcheck 2026; cheaper online | $60–80 |
| Parking at Six Flagscheck | $25–35 |
| Taxi from Springfield to Agawam | $15–25 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Six Flags New England opens April–November only; check the official calendar before planning.
- Parking at Six Flags costs extra (check 2026 rate).
- No train or bus station in Agawam; you need a car or rideshare.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bradley Airport → Agawam: about $40–60 by rideshare, 30 min
- Springfield → Agawam: about $15–25 by taxi, 10 min
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Agawam. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep (theme park open) · avoid Nov–Mar (park closed, cold) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Six Flags New England page with ride closures and queue times.
- Robinson State Park page with trail maps and parking fee.
- Agawam dining page with hours and last orders.
Sources
- officialAgawam official town website
- officialSix Flags New England
- officialRobinson State Park (Mass.gov)
- secondaryWikivoyage: Agawam, revision 5173189 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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