Located a mere 30 minutes outside of Boston and at the crossroads of three major highways – the Massachusetts Turnpike and Routes 495 and 290 – Marlborough is home to some of the region’s most affordable housing, largest employers, and finest natural amenities, making it the ideal place to live, work and play. Marlborough offers its residents a high-quality lifestyle and a wide variety of amenities, including the Solomon Pond Mall, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, sports and recreational facilities, green space, bike trails, beaches, ponds, and the 5.6 mile Assabet River Rail Trail. From upscale eateries, to casual coffee shops, the city also boasts more than 100 dining establishments, serving an array of cuisines.