- 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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Blockbusters and classics can be found at the Showcase Super Lux Movie Theater. Seats are extra wide and plush, each equipped with a call button so guests can order food and drink at any time during the movie.
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Showcase SuperLux aims to change how we experience movies. A full dining experience with wait-staff is available in-theater. From steaks to seafood the executive chef prepared menu has something for everyone. Enjoy a wine-pairing with your dinner and movie.
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Canoe and kayak rentals at the UMass Lowell Kayak Center are available from early June until late August. Reservations are available. The center also offers youth programs, tours, custom group outings and is home to the UMass rowing team.
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Home of America's industrial revolution, Waltham Museum contains artifacts and exhibits from the first modern factory. Items on display include automobiles, cotton mill items, an Edison Gramophone, and watchmaker tools.
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Opened in October 2014, the Loch Ness Playcenter is a recreational facility offering a number of fun amenities for its guests to enjoy. Slides, play structures, and a specialized toddler area are among the many attractions available.
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Located in Concord, Massachusetts, the Battle Road Trail is a 5 1/2 mile trail along the route that British soldiers used to travel between Boston and Concord. The trail is paved and suitable for walking, biking and wheelchair use.
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Portsmouth Kayak Adventures is a rental authority offering a variety of rental options. Attractions include kayak rentals, stand up paddle board rentals, bike rentals, and kayak and stand up paddle board tours.
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A natural area with open fields and woods, Pierce Reservation spans four acres, and can be reached through Governor Hutchinson's Field. The reservation area is adjacent to hiking trails, as well.
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Governor Hutchinson's Field is a natural preserve that contains a sunken wall called a ha-ha that prevents livestock from crossing. The site also has views of the city of Boston from the top of Milton Hill.