- TripBuzz found 405 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 402 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Salem, Gloucester and Cambridge.
- From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, the Essex area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Specialty Museums, Boat Cruise and Parks.
- A small town outside of Boston, Essex is a popular tourist destination in New England. Located on the Essex River, the city has its economic roots in both shipbuilding and clamming; and its rich history is recorded at its local museum. Other attractions in the area include a variety of antique shops, fishing charters, walking trails and public parks.
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Formed by retreating glaciers, Fresh Pond Reservation refers to the kettle-hole lake and its surrounding area. A two mile perimeter road hosts biking, hiking and roller blading, and birders find many opportunities to spot local, migratory and songbirds.
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The preserved home of Henry Longfellow, Longfellow House Washington Headquarters National Historic Site offers visitors the chance to learn more about the life of the literary genius. View and analyze the 19th century poet's work and walk the home where the incredible creations happened.
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Field of Dreams is a community park and playground. The park offers a playground with a toddler area, as well as areas for older children and also features a fitness trail, hiking trails, a stage for performances and picnic areas.
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Known as both Gilman and Oilman Park, this facility was created with the community in mind. It offers a baseball stadium and basketball court, but is most popular because of its cannon monument and fabulous views of Exeter River.
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The Berklee College of Music offers undergraduate, graduate, and summer programs for those interested in dedicating their lives to music. The location also hosts musical performances from artists like Jarabe De Palo.
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Offering fantastic views of the Boston Skyline and surrounding areas, Robbins Farm Park is the venue for many special events and festivals in the Arlington community. This includes theatrical performances, musical concerts, dances and holiday celebrations.
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A large childrens' playground managed by the Town of Billerica, Kids Konnection features play structures with multiple levels, swings, slides, a sandbox, park benches, and a gazebo with picnic tables.
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Originating in Hopkinton, Charles River flows through and joins the Atlantic Ocean at Boston. With spacious esplanades surrounding the river on either side, it offers many outdoor acitivities including jogging, hiking, biking, boating and more.
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Also known as the Dr. Paul Dudley White Path, the Charles River Bike Path is a prominent 18 mile loop trail between Boston and Newton. Most of the path is focused on the banks of the Charles River, but bikers can also cross any one of the bridges linked to the path.