Things to do in Gloucester
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Tours & day trips
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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
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The North Shore: Salem & Cape Ann Private Day Trip from Boston
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Salem: Ghosts of the Witch City Ultimate Extended Tour
Popular places to visit
Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Good Harbor Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Good Harbor Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hammond Castle
You can browse the exhibits at Hammond Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Half Moon Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Half Moon Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Stage Fort Park
Explore the great outdoors at Stage Fort Park, a lovely green space in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Maritime Gloucester
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maritime Gloucester during your trip to Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cape Ann Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Pavilion Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pavilion Beach during your trip to Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Eastern Point Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Gloucester when you spend time at Eastern Point Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Areas of Gloucester
Annisquam
Though Annisquam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.
Magnolia
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Massachusetts Bay or Gray Beach.