Walk around Bearskin Neck in downtown Rockport. Check out the shops, enjoy the views, and stop for a lobster roll at Roy Moore's or an ice cream at Sunday's.
Downtown Gloucester has plenty of shops and restaurants and museums to keep you busy. A few Recs: Cape Ann Brewery for casual lunch, Passports for something fancy, or Scalifani's for the best italian sub you might ever have.
Just a short walk from the wedding venue, Good Harbor is a gorgeous sandy beach on the back shore of Gloucester.
Rocky Neck, a small art colony in Gloucester has a number of galleries, shops and restaurants. We suggest walking around, and stopping in at the Studio for lunch on the deck.
Walk down the Stacy Esplinade, watch the boats go by, and learn about Gloucester's fishing history at the Fisherman's Memorial.
Stop in to this chic new harborside hotel for a cocktail on the deck.
Stop by the marina at Mile Marker for rum drinks and live music on their outdoor deck.
Feeling adventurous? Hop on a whale watch and head out to sea.