Cape Ann Cheap and Free Things To Do and Attractions
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AAnnisquam Light
- Gloucester
MA - +1 978 281 8865
- Overview This historic and picturesque lighthouse and its grounds, which include an early Nineteenth Century keepers house, a stone oil house and a garage, is open to visitors and tours; the first lighthouse constructed on the site ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- Overview Annisquam light was erected in 1801 to mark the entrance to the Annisquam River. The river connected Ipswich Bay to Gloucester harbor following the construction of the Blynman Canal. Annisquam Harbor Lighthouse's wooden frame was replaced with the existing brick tower in 1867. The quaint light is... more on Cape-ann.com
Annisquam Light
GloucesterMA
BHalibut Point State Park
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- 16 Gaffield Ave
Rockport,MA,01966 - 9785462997
- Halibut Point State Park (and the adjoining Trustee for Reservation's property) proved the perfect antidote to a burning desire to be on the coast. The ... more on Yelp
- Halibut Point State Park is rather far away from Boston but it possible to get there via the commuter rail and the Cape Ann bus service. If you live in ... more on Yelp
Halibut Point State Park
16 Gaffield AveRockport,MA,01966
CHalibut Point State Park
- Gott Ave
Rockport, MA 01966 - +1 978 546 2997
- Overview Great birdwatching site, excellent paths for runners or walkers, with high, panoramic 270 degree ocean views from the grout pile overlook, extending on a clear day to the Isles of Shoals and Maine, majestic water-filled quarry overlooking the ocean, varied seaside flora and fauna. Awesome rollers... more on TripAdvisor
- My family and I vacationed on Cape Ann during July 2006 and we spent about two hours exploring this fascinating state park. It cost only $2.00 to park the car, and then we followed a shaded pathway for about five minutes to get to the old quarry. It looks like a natural lake until you realize it ... more on TripAdvisor
Halibut Point State Park
Gott AveRockport, MA 01966
DBradley Palmer State Park
- Asbury St.
Topsfield,MA,01983 - 9788875931
- This was a weekend to get outside, and after biking the South Shore on Sunday, we decided to head North on Monday. Being that we have a parking pass for ... more on Yelp
- I live on the North Shore, and I've only been here once. Yes, there probably is something wrong with me; It just hasn't been in my list of usual places ... more on Yelp
Bradley Palmer State Park
Asbury St.Topsfield,MA,01983
EHalibut Point State Park
- Gott Avenue
Rockport, Massachusetts 01966 - +1 978 546 2997
- Overview Rich in cultural and natural history, this day-use coastal park offers sweeping views, trails and tide pools, meadows of wildflowers, a visitor center in an historic 60 foot tall building that gives views up to the coast of Maine, and summer interpretive programs. Dogs must be under owner's contr... more on DogFriendly.com
Halibut Point State Park
Gott AvenueRockport, Massachusetts 01966
FIpswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
- 87 Perkins Row
Topsfield, MA 01983 - 9788879264
- This is the sanctuary where a bird will literally eat out of your hand. In winter, if you bring some birdseed with you and stand at points along ... more on Yelp
- I've found their kids programs to be top notch. The kids love them, they are educational, the place is beautiful - and like Elaine said, the birds ... more on Yelp
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
87 Perkins RowTopsfield, MA 01983
GGood Harbor Beach
- Thatcher Rd.
Gloucester, MA 01930 - +1 978 283 1601
- Overview Discover an ocean of activity in Gloucester Harbor. The Port City of Gloucester, Massachusetts is located approximately 25 miles northeast of Boston, on the southern shore of Cape Ann in Essex county. In 1604, explorer Samuel de Champlain sailed into Gloucester Harbor and christened it "LeBeaupor... more on GoingToTheBeach.com
Good Harbor Beach
Thatcher Rd.Gloucester, MA 01930
HBeauport, Sleeper-McCann House Museum
- 75 Eastern Point Boulevard
Gloucester, MA 01930-4433 - 9782830800
- Overview Also called the Beauport Sleeper-McAnn House, this fantasy mansion of more than 40 rooms is perched on the ... more on TripAdvisor
- Overview The rough-and-tumble fishing port of Gloucester has another face: exclusive summer community. Aficionados of house tours will want to build their schedules around a visit to this magnificent property on the stylish Back Shore, the product of a uniquely creative mind. Pioneering interior designer ... more on Frommers
Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House Museum
75 Eastern Point BoulevardGloucester, MA 01930-4433
IHammond Castle Museum
- 80 Hesperus Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930 - 9782832080
- The day we visited the castle it was closed. The castle was being prepared for a wedding. We were able to see some of the outside areas, which are gorgeous ... as for ... more on TripAdvisor
- This is an amazing eclectic castle a la Heast or Gardner. Beautiful grounds, and they also open up ... more on Yelp
Hammond Castle Museum
80 Hesperus AvenueGloucester, MA 01930
JWingaersheek Beach
- Atlantic Road
Gloucester,MA,01930
- This is a great beach for kids! Soft sand, very clean, lots of space to build sand castles and other creations. To the far right are some tide pools ... more on Yelp
- Fantastic beach! Clean, clear, seaweed free water. White, soft, sparkly sand. Great rocks to climb on/around and explore (just be careful...I sliced ... more on Yelp
Wingaersheek Beach
Atlantic RoadGloucester,MA,01930
