- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Massachusetts, features the top 496 nearby activities — including 221 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of Essex, MA , followed by 493 popular activities in nearby cities, including Boston, Salem, Gloucester, Cambridge, Beverly, Somerville, Hampton, Newburyport, Lynn, Marblehead, Rockport, Danvers, Medford, North Andover, Haverhill, Ipswich, Arlington, Amesbury, Malden, Saugus, Woburn, Methuen, Lawrence, Revere, Andover, Hull, Peabody, Burlington, Chelsea, Everett, Seabrook, Tewksbury, Melrose, Billerica, Exeter, Salem, Rye, North Hampton and Lexington
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With the goal of preserving folk music, Folk Arts Center of New England showcases a multitude of international folk dance clubs and events for the community. The center hosts weekly events where visitors can learn how to dance.
19.0 Miles
Opened in 2010, Possessions Gallery is a local art gallery featuring a large variety of products and creations for its customers. Paintings, jewelry, pottery, and photography are among the items on display and are available for purchase.
19.1 Miles
Originally purchased as a cemetery, Den Rock Park is a wooded area on 120 acres featuring four trails that can be used for walking. The park provides access to Shawsheen River and has rocks suitable for climbing.
19.1 Miles
Educational museum, Imajine That is an interactive children's hall. Complete with larger-than-life dinosaur climbing structure and literacy-friendly 'imagination stations', children aged preschool and up are welcome to engage in a variety of education-related activities.
19.1 Miles
Committed to dog racing, Seabrook Greyhound Park is open daily for both gaming and dining. Along with dog races, they also offer a variety of table games including poker and blackjack.
19.1 Miles
Checkered Flag Indoor Karting is an indoor kart racing facility that has electric karts operating up to 30MPH for experienced racers and up 18MPH for younger racers. They also have a Mini Cup Track for racers 4-9 years old.
19.1 Miles
J Everett Collins Center is a 1203 seat theater and a venue for the performing arts. The center hosts a variety of events including performances from the Northeast School of Ballet.
19.2 Miles
Music lovers frequent the Casino Ballroom to hear their favorite singers and bands. The Ballroom hosts national and prominent regional talent. Shows frequently sell out, so order tickets in advance.
19.2 Miles
Situated on the Atlantic Ocean, the Hampton Beach State Park is home to miles of sandy beachfront, with swimming, camping, picnic areas and fishing, and regular evening entertainment at the oceanfront Seashell Pavilion.
19.2 Miles
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600 Primrose Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
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Pilgrim Lanes and Funtime Arcade in Haverhill, Massachusetts takes bowling and turns it on its head, specializing in candlepin bowling. With a unique style, improved technologies, extensive seating, and a large arcade make any family fun night one for the books.