- 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.
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Between Congress and Union Streets, Boston, MA 02109
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The New England Holocaust Memorial serves as a reminder and tribute of the evils that occurred during World War II. It features guided tours down the dark memory lane, and an architectural nod to the six millions Jews whose lives were taken in the form of six glass columns.
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Home to many sports clubs in the area, Dilboy Stadium consists of a synthetic turf field surrounded by a running track. Visitors can watch one of the many local football games from one of the 2,000 seats in the grandstand.
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Alewife Brook Pkwy at Hight Street, Somerville, MA 02144
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A public swimming facility, the Dilboy Memorial Swimming & Wading Pool features both a large swimming pool suitable for kids and adults as well as a smaller kiddie pool. Guests to the pool can bring their own beach chairs.
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A small, multi-use park spanning just under an acre, Albion Park features a playground for kids with a variety of equipment, including jungle gyms, swings, and slides. The playground also features a splash play area.
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Situated next to the Mystic River, Dugger Park is a recreational park for kids. The park features swings, a tot lot playground, tennis courts, and a basketball court next to the kid's area.
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290 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 02210
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The Bank of America Pavilion is an outdoor amphitheater that is located on the city's waterfront, providing views of the Boston skyline. Although the location is designed to accommodate a wide variety of events, it is primarily used to host concerts.
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The Waterfront is an area which runs adjacent to the harbor and comprises of several suburbs. Having been redeveloped, the waterfront is suitable for walking, sight-seeing, shopping and dining, and contains an aquarium and cinema.
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The World Trade Center Boston is a meeting, exhibition and convention space located close to the harbor. Hosting on-going events, the local area also provides sight-seeing and dining options for visitors.
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Historical Fort Revere Park is a non-profit supported seacoast park and picnic area. Elegantly preserved, the no-alcohol permitted park hosts a variety of events including outdoor movies and recreational opportunities.
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191 Highland Ave, Ste 1A, Somerville, MA 02143
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Center for Arts at the Armory is a performing arts center residing in the historic Armory building. The center hosts performances from a wide variety of genres, from comedy to theater. The center also maintains a small cafe.