- 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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6.9 Miles
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75 Eastern Point Blvd, Gloucester, MA 01930
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The beauty of Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House is second to none. Overlooking Gloucester Harbor, the massive home was the summer home of the first known interior designer and contains a lifetime of keepsakes and curiosities.
6.9 Miles
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211 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Docked at the Beacon Marine Basin, Defiance Sail Charters - Day Tours operates during the summer season from June through October. The chartered day trips normally involve some light food while there are some evening offerings that have full meals and alcoholic beverages.
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121 East Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Offering half day fishing excursions, Yankee Whale Watch & Deep Sea Fishing takes visitors to prime fishing locations in the region. During the trip, visitors have the opportunity to spot marine life like whales.
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With picturesque landscaping and oceanfront views, Lynch Park provides outdoor spaces for all types of gatherings. Activities include picnics, weddings, concerts, kayaking, canoeing, or taking a walk along the Atlantic shore.
7.1 Miles
Visitors can sunbathe and swim in the waters of Dane Street Beach. The beach is strewn with pebbles and shells. A concession stand sells hot dogs near the parking lot.
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Situated on the edge of Wenham Lake, JC Phillips Nature Preserve offers visitors a 1.5 hike through shaded nature trails. On the trails, visitors can see native animals, from lizards to deer.
7.1 Miles
Scamp's Comedy Productions is essentially a comedy troupe that performs at multiple venues in the local community. These professional stand-up comedians perform at a weekly comedy night in addition to several theater-based productions.
7.5 Miles
Located on the Salem Sound, the Northshore Outrigger Canoe Club is a club dedicated to bringing canoe trip opportunities to visitors. Guests enjoy paddling through the scenic waters and spending a day relaxing in the sun.
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THE LARCOM THEATRE
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13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA 1915
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The fully-restored historic Larcom Theatre was built in 1912 by two vaudeville musicians. The venue has been outfitted with a new state-of-the-art sound system and offers theatrical productions, comedy shows, and concerts.
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Clay Dreaming Pottery Studio is a pottery workshop and studio available to people of all ages. Training classes are offered throughout the week, as well as access to a full gallery featuring works from local artists.