4/5 - Good
SSW
Loved Rockport beaches and lighthouses
Gloucester, MA
Travel Guide
Visit Gloucester
Where to stay in Gloucester
Annisquam
While Annisquam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.
Magnolia
Nestled in Gloucester, this small village boasts its own library, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy Gray Beach at Coolidge Reservation or take in scenic views of Kettle Cove at Surf Park.
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Castle Manor Inn
141 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA
Stay at this hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Long Beach Suites
28 Rockport Rd, Gloucester, MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Long Beach and Good Harbor Beach are located nearby.
Ocean Air Suites
22 C St, Hampton, NH
Stay at this aparthotel in Hampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Casino Cascade Water Slide are located ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Good Harbor Beach
4.5/5(18 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Good Harbor Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hammond Castle
4.5/5(8 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Hammond Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Half Moon Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Half Moon Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Maritime Gloucester
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maritime Gloucester during your travels in Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Eastern Point Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Gloucester with a stop at Eastern Point Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour
$50
per adult
Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester
$48
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sightings!
$45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Boston’s Best: Freedom Trail, Salem & Harborwalk Audio Tour
$25
per adult
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
$17
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Massachusetts: Smartphone-Based Audio Tour Bundle
$50
per traveler
Reviews of Gloucester
4.5
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Peaceful place, don’t have opportunity to walk around, because we there for a wedding but I will like
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Just go
5/5 - Excellent
Rachel
Beautiful, rich history, friendly people, warm atmosphere, fascinating. Great places to eat!!!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Quintessential town, beautiful harbor views, quaint independent shopping, 10 minutes from Rockport
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
I highly suggest driving along the coastline if time allows.
- Wingaersheek Beach
- Good Harbor Beach
- Hammond Castle
- Half Moon Beach
- Maritime Gloucester
- Eastern Point Lighthouse
- Rocky Neck Art Colony
- Niles Beach
- Cape Ann Museum
- Stage Fort Park
- Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch
- Plum Cove Beach
- Fishermen's Memorial Monument
- Dogtown
- The Gorton Theatre
- Cape Ann Historical Museum
- Bryan Gallery
- Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church
- Schooner Adventure
- Sargent House Museum
- Mount Ann Park
- Ten Pound Lighthouse
- Ravenswood Park
- Long Beach