- 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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Swimming, jogging, and flying kites are just a few of the activities that bring individuals to the public Wollaston Beach. During their visit, guests commonly enjoy eating clams at the nearby restaurants or shopping at the local stores.
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E Elm St & Quincy Shore Drive, Quincy, MA 2170
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The Wollaston Beach Playground has a beach-side view of the Quincy Shore and features a covered seating area, picnic tables, a toddler playground area with slides and rubber floor, an older play area with slides rubber floor and swings.
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Whale-watching excursions led by Atlantic Whale Watch depart regularly from New Hampshire's Rye Harbor. The company also conducts chartered fishing expeditions in the Atlantic Ocean. Call or email Atlantic Whale Watch to make reservations.
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The 75-acre Weir River Farm is a working farm situated amongst fields and pastures surrounded by oak and cedar woods. Visit horses, pigs, cows, chickens and sheep in the barn, or take a walking trail through the woods.
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Situated on 62 acres of woodlands, Whitney & Thayer Woods has 10 miles of trails for visitors to explore. The trails are lined with azaleas and rhododendrons, depending on the time of year.
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Lowell, Massachusetts is home to LeLacheur Park, a popular baseball park that's home to the Lowell Spinners Minor League team. LeLacheur Park is also affiliated with the Boston Red Sox.
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Garland Stables is an equine boarding and training facility spanning 20 acres. All breeds of horses are welcomed to be trained and boarded, and professional horse riding lessons are available to all ages.
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An active play area, Indoor Playground offers numerous activities for the kids to enjoy. This includes bouncing houses and exercise equipment, along with quiet play like computers and blocks. The facility can also be rented for birthday parties, etc.
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Bare Cove Park is a premier nature destination for the outdoor lover. The park features extensive walking and hiking trails, an off leash dog run area, paved roadways for cycling and more.
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LeLacheur Park, home to the Lowell Spinners, is a little known professional baseball field with reasonably priced tickets. Reviewed by families as kid-friendly with low priced concessions, a kid area with inflatable activities is available during games.