- 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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Cape Ann's Harbor Tours is host to a number of cruises from the historical and narrated to the lobstering skill demonstration. The featured Lighthouse Tour is the only event that circumnavigates Cape Ann by boat.
6.5 Miles
The Roller Palace is a recreational roller skating ring that also hosts an indoor soccer league and a futsal league. The facility is fitted with air-conditioning and is available for rent.
6.6 Miles
Rocky Neck Art Colony is one the oldest inhabited art colonies in the country and has been lived in by many famous artists including Childe Hassam, Edward Hooper, Stuart Davis and more. The district is still home to a number of artists as well as art galleries and restaurants.
6.6 Miles
A variety of outdoor activities are available at Dogtown Common. The historical nature of the site allows for exploration of the lost settlement, and visitors can enjoy biking, hiking, and walking their dogs.
6.7 Miles
Gloucester, MA
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Cape Ann Whale Watch offers educational whale watching trips where whale sightings are accompanied with informative commentary and many educational hands-on activities about whales and their natural habitat.
6.7 Miles
A local favorite for families in the area, Plum Cove Beach is relatively private and secluded. The small beach is great for children due to its confined nature, or cuddle up next to a loved one and watch a beautiful sunrise.
6.7 Miles
Marini Farm features a seasonally open corn maze as well as a farm stand and pumpkin patch. Other attractions include pedal karts, hayrides, bouncy castles, rope games, an apple cannon and a giant tube slide.
6.7 Miles
Situated on a family owned farm, Marini Farm Corn Maze offers family friendly activities like inflatable bounce houses, rope and corn mazes, and hayrides. The farm stand sells fresh produce and has baked goods available.
6.8 Miles
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Eastern Point Lighthouse offers beautiful ocean views. Although unable to tour the interior, there is lots to see including an historic bell. Access to a walking path is also available.
6.9 Miles
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15 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Family-owned and operated, Ryan & Wood, Inc. Distilleries specialize in handcrafted distilled spirits including a variety of gin, rum, vodka and more. Guided tours of the premises including the process of fermentation, distillation and barreling, are available.