Free & Cheap Things to Do in Rockport, MA

  • The list below includes 222 free or cheap things to do in or near Rockport, Massachusetts, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
  • From Loblolly Point to Front Beach & Back Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rockport and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gloucester, Salem, Beverly and Hampton.
  • The list below includes 222 free or cheap things to do in or near Rockport, Massachusetts, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
  • From Loblolly Point to Front Beach & Back Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rockport and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gloucester, Salem, Beverly and Hampton.
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16.6 Miles
79% 410 votes
Marinas Wharf St, Salem, MA MoreLess Info
Serving as the gateway for seafaring activities in Salem, Pickering Wharf features many boating and cruise options. There is also an extensive marketplace with elegant gift shops, trendy boutiques, and waterfront restaurants.
16.6 Miles
61% 169 votes
Specialty Museums 282 Rear Derby Street, Salem, MA MoreLess Info
Rather than an actual village, the Salem Witch Village is an indoor guided tour through a maze. The history of witchcraft from its ancient roots to modern times are covered in the maze-like setting.
16.6 Miles
93% 655 votes
Haunted Tours Ticket Office is at the Magic Parlor 213 Essex Street, Salem, MA 01970 MoreLess Info
At Spellbound Tours, visitors can learn about the haunted history of the Salem witch trials. Among the sites visited is the Witch Dungeon, the Boston Stranger murder site, and the Old Burying Point Cemetery.
16.6 Miles
100% 30 votes
Food Tours Market Square, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Taste Newburyport Food Tour is a food and culture tour that allows visitors to explore the city while also indulging in the delicious foods provided by local vendors. Throughout the tour, guides also educate visitors on the area's history.
16.6 Miles
100% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 82 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Playing a selection of independent and foreign films, Newburyport Screening Room is a historic theater located in the downtown. The theater has a variety of antique instruments like a player piano for visitors to look at.
16.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 36 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Home to the annual Riverfest Music Festival, Waterfront Promenade Park in Newburyport contains rich history and a small boardwalk where guests can hear local street musicians and enjoy an oceanside sunset.
16.7 Miles
86% 722 votes
Specialty Museums 285 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970 MoreLess Info
Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery is a local monster museum which features the private collection of James Lurgio comprising of around 50 different characters spanning the history of horror in Hollywood movies. Besides the full-sized replicas, the gallery also houses many movie props.
16.7 Miles
98% 627 votes
Walking Tours 164 Essex St., Salem, MA 01970 MoreLess Info
Hocus Pocus Tours specialize in guided tours of the many historic points of interest, and their stories, in downtown Salem. Visitors can choose between walking tours or self-guided mobile phone tours.
16.7 Miles
89% 143 votes
Haunted Tours 30 Church St. Suite 203, Salem, MA 01970 MoreLess Info
Arranging for the exploration of several haunted buildings, Paranormal Salem Investigation Tours has received lots of notoriety. And with experienced and knowledgeable guides, the tour can be both entertaining and educational.
16.7 Miles
30% 195 votes
History Museums 197-201 Essex Street, Salem, MA MoreLess Info
The dark history of the town's infamous witch trials is recounted at The Witch History Museum, where guides relate stories and describe the depicted scenes. There are no artifacts, and the stories are delivered dramatically as in a play.
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