Local Activities & AttractionsLocal Activities & Attractions

Good Harbor BeachGood Harbor Beach

Our favorite beach! White sand, nice waves and breathtaking backdrops. PARKING: Unless you can walk or bike there, we HIGHLY recommend booking non-resident parking space up to 10 days in advance here: https://gloucester.blinkay.app/login

Wingaersheek BeachWingaersheek Beach

One of the best beaches in New England! Flour soft white sand, tide pools, lighthouse views, calm water. PARKING: we HIGHLY recommend booking non-resident parking space up to 10 days in advance here: https://gloucester.blinkay.app/login

RockportRockport

The charming scenic seaside village of Rockport, is located just north of Gloucester. It is the perfect place to relax, and take in the beauty of coastal New England. It's a hidden gem worth exploring with fresh seafood, historic inns, world class entertainment, talented artists, and great shopping. Attractions: Halibut Point State Park, Bearskin Neck and MOtif Number 1. Best restaurant: Feather and Wedge

Hammond Castle MuseumHammond Castle Museum

Eastern Point LighthouseEastern Point Lighthouse

This lovely lighthouse is worth the walk for the scenic views.

Beauport, Sleeper-McCann HouseBeauport, Sleeper-McCann House

Also called Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House, this fantasy mansion of more than 40 rooms is perched on the rocks overlooking Gloucester Harbor.

Cape Ann Whale WatchCape Ann Whale Watch

Stacy BoulevardStacy Boulevard

This beautiful promenade overlooking Gloucester Harbor is the home of the famous Fisherman’s Monument, listing all of Gloucester fishermen who have lost their lives to the sea, and the Fishermen's’ Wives Memorial Statue dedicated to all women and children who wait on the shore for Gloucester’s boats to come home from sea. Take a stroll all the way to Stage Fort Park.

Rocky Neck Art districtRocky Neck Art district

Rocky Neck is one of the oldest continuously operating art colonies in the US. Located on a rocky peninsula within Gloucester's working harbor, Rocky Neck is known for its quaint neighborhood, geographic beauty and many art galleries and studios. It’s also the location of Matt’s and Tom’s Salted Cod Art house, a must visit local wine/cafe/art gallery!

Salted Cod ArthouseSalted Cod Arthouse

Created by Matt and Tom, the Salted Cod Arthouse is a local wine bar / cafe / art gallery in the heart of the Rocky Neck Art Colony. Please come by for a drink during our wedding weekend be let them know you are one of our guests !

Back Shore / Atlantic RoadBack Shore / Atlantic Road

Views of Rocky Coastline & Savor Salt Air Make sure to check out the Back Shore (on your way to Good Harbor Beach), either by car or walking. A great example of the wonderful scenery of Cape Ann with a spectacular view of its magnificent, rocky coastline. It's a perfect place to enjoy the view and savor the salt air.

Tonno Gloucester RestaurantTonno Gloucester Restaurant

Our favorite Italian restaurant! Inspired by coastal Italian cooking.

Talise RestaurantTalise Restaurant

One of our favorite restaurants! Located in Annisquam’s Lobster Cove sits Talise, a seasonal restaurant serving a daily changing cuisine sourced from local farmers and fishermen.

Beauport Hotel GloucesterBeauport Hotel Gloucester

Nicest hotel in the area, with ocean views, a restaurant and bar with outdoor dining, a roof deck pool, jacuzzi, and bar with ocean and city view.