Explore the community introduced to you by the hard-working fishermen of Wicked Tuna. Beaches, history and great seafood add to the area’s appeal.
Gloucester, MA
Travel Guide
Where to stay in Gloucester
Annisquam
While Annisquam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.
Magnolia
Nestled in Gloucester, this small village boasts its own library, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy Gray Beach at Coolidge Reservation or take in scenic views of Kettle Cove at Surf Park.
The Hotel at Cape Ann Marina
75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA
The price is $176 per night from May 28 to May 29
$176
$196 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (519 reviews)
"The room was dated, but the rooms are being remodeled. It was clean, had easy access and had a beautiful view!"
Reviewed on May 10, 2024
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA
The price is $247 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$247
$276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (705 reviews)
"Everything was okay but no discount on price like senior or aarp discounts Staff was exceptional and very polite , food was good atmosphere very good rooms very quiet , I enjoyed my stay and plan on a return trip again soon."
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
Castle Manor Inn
141 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA
The price is $177 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$177
$198 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this hotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (751 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
Reviewed on May 20, 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming Downtown Gloucester Retreat. Walk to Restaurants, Museums, Waterfront
Gloucester
Stay at this apartment in Gloucester. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Good Harbor Beach and Wingaersheek Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Great home in a great location
"This home in the center of Gloucester was the perfect accommodation for our weekend stay. It is a 5-10 minute walk to town, a 5 minute walk to the supermarket, and a 2 minute walk to a delightful local wine and cheese shop! The house was equipped with all we needed including a Nespresso machine and ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2024
Beach Life Bliss - steps to the beach
Gloucester
Stay at this vacation home in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Wingaersheek Beach and Cape Ann are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Lovely, quiet get away
"My friends and I had a lovely time at the house. It was quiet, sunny, and a nice break. It was nice to be close to options, but still quite secluded. We went for runs each morning, and enjoyed soaking up the warmth in the sunroom/patio area."
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2024
Luxury 1900's romantic retreat steps from the beach - King Suite!
Gloucester
Stay at this cottage in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Wingaersheek Beach and Cape Ann are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Quaint Cottage in Quiet Location
"Cottage was very nice and it had everything we needed for a quiet getaway."
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Wingaersheek Beach
Offering fun in the sun, this coastal playground has calm water and everything you need for a day by the sea.
Good Harbor Beach
4.5/5(18 reviews)
With a reputation as Gloucester’s prettiest beach, this curve of white sand lapped by rolling waves sets the scene for soaking up the sun.
Hammond Castle
4.5/5(8 reviews)
A medieval-style castle overlooking the blue ocean waters in Gloucester features a spellbinding collection of art, artifacts and quirky inventions.
Half Moon Beach
Shaped like a crescent moon and framed by greenery, this scenic beach rests in the heart of some of Gloucester’s top attractions.
Maritime Gloucester
Discover Gloucester’s maritime history at the historic working waterfront with an aquarium, a scenic pier and educational programs on marine sciences.
Stage Fort Park
5/5(1 review)
Enjoy a day by the sea in a grassy Gloucester park that’s popular for festivals, farmers markets and concerts during summer.
Things to do
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem
$30
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Satanic Salem Walking Tour
$25
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wicked Awesome Tours: Witch Trial History and Salem Haunts!
$25
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Gloucester
4.5
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
SSW
Mar 9, 2020Loved Rockport beaches and lighthouses
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Jan 2, 2020Peaceful place, don’t have opportunity to walk around, because we there for a wedding but I will like
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Dec 8, 2019Just go
5/5 - Excellent
Rachel
Nov 25, 2019Beautiful, rich history, friendly people, warm atmosphere, fascinating. Great places to eat!!!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Nov 25, 2019Quintessential town, beautiful harbor views, quaint independent shopping, 10 minutes from Rockport
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Nov 18, 2019I highly suggest driving along the coastline if time allows.
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- Wingaersheek Beach
- Good Harbor Beach
- Hammond Castle
- Half Moon Beach
- Maritime Gloucester
- Stage Fort Park
- Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch
- Cape Ann Museum
- Rocky Neck Art Colony
- Eastern Point Lighthouse
- Plum Cove Beach
- Fishermen's Memorial Monument
- Niles Beach
- Cape Ann Historical Museum
- Schooner Adventure
- Dogtown
- Sargent House Museum
- Bryan Gallery
- Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church
- Mount Ann Park
- Ten Pound Lighthouse
- Ravenswood Park
- Long Beach