- 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.
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Sailor Dog Charters conducts sailing excursions from Rockport during the summer as well as full sailing vacations to the Virgin Islands in the winter. The charter yacht is a 2008 Island Packet 370 that can comfortably accommodate two to six people.
8.7 Miles
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489 votes
Gott Avenue, Pigeon Cove, Rockport, MA 01966
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Halibut Point Reservation is a local natural reserve built around Halibut Point which is comprised of million years old granite rocks and was an important site for granite mining. The reserve also has many walking trails, a visitor center and a granite mining museum.
8.7 Miles
Visitors can experience what its like to be a pirate on a live-action pirate cruise with Pirate Ship Formidable. The ship has several pirate actors that act out the history of pirates and teach visitors ship chores.
8.7 Miles
A historic and scenic lighthouse on Straghtsmouth Island, Straightsmouth Lighthouse is viewable from hiking trails and from the water via kayak or canoe. Guided boat tours are also available for tourists to view the landmark.
8.7 Miles
The North Shore Kayak Outdoor Center is a business that provides a number of kayak services to the general public. Customers are offered kayak tours, sales, and rentals, as well as many other options to enjoy.
8.7 Miles
Jettywalk Arts offers locals and visitors a glimpse into the eclectic and artistic culture of Rockport. Sculptures and paintings inspired by various ethnic backgrounds fill the colorful and vibrant shop.
8.7 Miles
Rockport's Square Circle is an art gallery that features indoor and outdoor artwork and sculptures. The charming gallery and shop feature prominent awnings, making it easy to find, and the artist features primarily Jewish and Hebrew works including Seder plates.
8.8 Miles
Visitors can view a collection of the works of artist Jillian Demerie at the Jdemeri Gallery. She specializes in watercolors and depicts a wide variety of ocean imagery in her works.
9.0 Miles
Witch Mansion is Salem's premier haunted attraction and opens as early as July each year. The attraction features a fully interactive haunted walkthrough with 4D illusions and high-tech effects by professional designers.
9.1 Miles
One of the most popular and historically important sights in Marblehead, Massachusetts is Fort Sewall, which played a critical role in regional defense against the British during the Revolutionary War. It is now a popular waterfront park.