- Our list of the best things to do in Gloucester, Massachusetts, features the top 318 nearby activities — including 154 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Gloucester, 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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The Boston Duck Tours allow for a wide range of sightseeing including Bunker Hill, Boston Common, and Quincy Market before splashing into the Charles River. Once in the water, those on the tour can take in stunning views of the Boston and Cambridge skylines.
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MIT Museum is home to a diverse collection of artifacts ranging from technological designs and architectural models to nautical engineering and holography exhibits, compiled by the various departments of MIT. The Museum also offers many hands-on activities and educational programs.
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Boylston Street is a major city road that moves through the west suburbs, Newton, and Brookline. The location's landmarks include the Boston Public Garden, the Boston Public Library, and Copley Square.
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The Prudential Center is a collection of shopping and eating experiences located across several areas and spaces, on the ground floor of the Prudential Center building. An observation point with views of the city is located on the 50th floor.
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The Top of the Hub is a restaurant and bar located at the top of the Prudential Center building. Offering views of the city, the restaurants serves contemporary cuisine to its customers.
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Run by Harvard University, the Peabody Museum has some of the best collects of human history. See huge Native American totem poles, legacy of canoes, the art of wars throughout the ages, and tools used by our developing ancestors among many other things.
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Located in Hingham, Massachusetts, Loring Hall is a small movie theater that presents new releases. It is located in a beautiful Federal-style building and is a favorite destination for visitors of all ages.
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Situated on 62 acres of woodlands, Whitney & Thayer Woods has 10 miles of trails for visitors to explore. The trails are lined with azaleas and rhododendrons, depending on the time of year.
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Located near the Exeter River, the Phillips Exeter Trail has marked trails for walking, hiking and biking with access to the river for kayaking. During the winter, the trails are also used for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.