- 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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United First Parish Church is also known as the Church of the Presidents as it is the final resting place of two U.S. Presidents, namely John Adams and John Quincy Adams as well as their wives. The structure comprises of a unique domed ceiling and a mahogany altar.
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Automobile enthusiasts flock to the Larz Anderson Park in Brookline, Massachusetts, the largest automotive museum in the United States. The museum displays dozens of vintage automobiles and frequently hosts antique car shows and other enjoyable public events.
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Boasting Americas oldest car collection, the Larz Anderson Auto Museum maintains a large collection of vintage and classic automobiles. The museum hosts a variety of educational programs and special events, and is available for private functions.
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174 Liberty St., Concord, MA 01742
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Minute Man National Historical Park is the site where the opening battle of the American Revolutionary War was fought. The park houses multiple historic sites including the Wayside which was home to many notable authors such as Nathaniel Hawthorne.
28.8 Miles
Affording a lovely view of the Isle of Shoals, the Wallis Sands State Beach is one of the most popular in New Hampshire. The beach has a clean, sandy shore and a soft bed in the shallow areas, making it popular with children and families.
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A fun place for outdoor play, Prospect Hill Park includes a picnic area, walking trails and a nice playground. A great location, it further offers beautiful views of downtown Boston.
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295 Totten Pond Road, Waltham, MA 02451
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Open public ice skating sessions are available at the Veterans Memorial Skating Rink most weekdays and all weekend during its operating season. The indoor rink allows for even children to skate as long as they wear a helmet, and skate rentals are available for a small fee.
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Founded and conducted by musical director Patrick Botti, the Waltham Symphony Orchestra presents an array of orchestral and chamber music concerts on a seasonal basis. The symphony also plays special shows for certain occasions.
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Odiorne Park State Park is the largest stretch of undeveloped shoreline in New Hampshire. Visitors can have a picnic, boat, fish, hike, or cross-country ski in this day use park.
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Blockbusters and classics can be found at the Showcase Super Lux Movie Theater. Seats are extra wide and plush, each equipped with a call button so guests can order food and drink at any time during the movie.