What to do in Gloucester, MA

Activities, attractions and tours

A beach with a lifeguard tower, waves, and a large house with a tower on a rocky shore.
A beach with clear water, sandy shore, and green foliage.
A group of people in naval uniforms on a wooden deck, with a ship's rigging and a clear blue sky in the background.
A historic building labeled "MANUFACTURY" with a large chimney, a dock with fishing boats, and a sunset sky.
A coastal town with houses on a cliff overlooking the sea.

Things to do

Real Pirates Salem Museum General Admission Ticket

Real Pirates Salem Museum General Admission Ticket

฿712
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Real Pirates Salem Museum General Admission Ticket
Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour

Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour

฿994
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour
Salem: Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour

Salem, Massachusetts: Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour

฿827
per adult
Salem, Massachusetts: Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour
Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem

Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem

฿165
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem
Private 2 Day Salem Walking Adventure

Private 2 Day Salem Walking Adventure

฿496
per traveller
Private 2 Day Salem Walking Adventure
Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl

฿993
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl
Schooner When And Sunset Sail

Sailing on Historic Schooner Yacht in Salem, MA

฿1,582
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing on Historic Schooner Yacht in Salem, MA
Salem 101 General History Tour

Salem 101 General History Tour (Massachusetts)

฿827
per adult
Salem 101 General History Tour (Massachusetts)
Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour

฿1,191
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour
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A rocky shoreline with large boulders and calm water.

Wingaersheek Beach

9.4/10 (83 reviews)
This pristine beach captivates with white sands, clear shallow waters, and dramatic rock formations. Visit at low tide to explore expansive sandbars and discover hidden tide pools teeming with marine life.
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Where to stay in Gloucester

Find the best Gloucester areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A lighthouse, a white building with a red roof, and a stone walkway leading to the water.

East Gloucester

If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Gloucester MA Fishermens Memorial

Downtown Gloucester

While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch.

Annisquam lighthouse in Massachusetts

Rocky Neck

While visiting Rocky Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery.

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a beach.

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.

A garden with purple flowers and a foggy coastline.
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Magnolia

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Gray Beach or Massachusetts Bay.

Day trip destinations from Gloucester

A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by colorful buildings and a church steeple.

Rockport

Frequently asked questions

Is Gloucester worth visiting?
Gloucester has a unique blend of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local cuisine, there's plenty you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Gloucester?
Start your adventures with a visit to Front Beach and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch. Then, tour other parts of Gloucester for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gloucester?
Front Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Gloucester and deserves a place on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Gloucester?
Three days in Gloucester is plenty of time to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Front Beach, Pavilion Beach and Pebble Beach are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Boston.
What are some activities to do in Gloucester with kids?
If you're looking for activities and sights for all the family, here are some great ideas for what to do in Gloucester with kids.
What to do in Gloucester for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or thrill seeker, there's lots of things to do in Gloucester for adults including Ipswich Bar.
Are there free things to do in Gloucester?
From enjoying parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Gloucester. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Front Beach is a must for anyone planning to save on their travelling adventures.