The 10 Best Synagogues in Massachusetts — 2026
We compared all 180 synagogues in Massachusetts on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.
#1 · Temple Shalom of NewtonNewton Livestream
Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm
#2 · Congregation B'nai ShalomWestborough Livestream
Tue–Fri 9am–2pm
#3 · Congregation Beth ElSudbury Livestream
Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
#4 · Temple AliyahNeedham LivestreamYouth groupWheelchair accessible
Mon-Thu 8am-4:30pm, Fri 8am-2pm
#5 · Temple Emanuel SinaiWorcester Livestream
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:00am–3:00pm
#6 · Temple SinaiBrookline
Mon & Wed 9am–4pm, Tue & Thu 9am–5:30pm, Fri 9am–3pm
#7 · Congregation Beth IsraelWorcester
Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
#8 · Sinai TempleSpringfield
Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
#9 · Temple Ahavat AchimGloucester LivestreamYouth group
Mon–Thu 9am–5pm, Fri 9am–3pm
#10 · Temple Beth ElSpringfield LivestreamYouth group
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services
(livestream, youth group, childcare, wheelchair accessible),
posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.