Things to Do with Kids in Essex, MA

  • TripBuzz found 405 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 402 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Salem, Gloucester and Cambridge.
  • From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, the Essex area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Specialty Museums, Boat Cruise and Parks.
  • A small town outside of Boston, Essex is a popular tourist destination in New England. Located on the Essex River, the city has its economic roots in both shipbuilding and clamming; and its rich history is recorded at its local museum. Other attractions in the area include a variety of antique shops, fishing charters, walking trails and public parks.
  • TripBuzz found 405 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 402 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Salem, Gloucester and Cambridge.
  • From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, the Essex area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Specialty Museums, Boat Cruise and Parks.
  • A small town outside of Boston, Essex is a popular tourist destination in New England. Located on the Essex River, the city has its economic roots in both shipbuilding and clamming; and its rich history is recorded at its local museum. Other attractions in the area include a variety of antique shops, fishing charters, walking trails and public parks.
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History Museums 58 Andrew Street, Lynn, MA 1901 MoreLess Info
Also known as the Grand Army of the Republic Museum, the Grand Army Museum was built in 1885. The museum features meticulously restored and preserved furnishings, as well as an array of exhibits pertaining to the Civil War.
14.4 Miles
71% 55 votes
Other Entertainment 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA MoreLess Info
Movie shows and big-name musical concerts are part of the entertainment lineup for The Lynn Auditorium. Known for presenting classic rock concerts, this auditorium hosts comedians and some of the biggest names in music history.
14.5 Miles
78% 23 votes
Forests 1951 Turnpike Street, North Andover, MA 01845 MoreLess Info
Comprised of 3,00-acres of forestry, the Harold Park State Forest is a park that supports hiking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and mountain biking. The park has 89 camping sites that are spread throughout the grounds.
14.9 Miles
93% 28 votes
Parks 106 Pennybrook Road, Lynn, MA 01905 MoreLess Info
Known as the second largest municipal park in the greater Boston area, Lynn Woods Reserve is a natural preserve that is home to over 100 species of birds. The forest is situated on 2,200-acres of land.
14.9 Miles
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Skating Rinks 182 Shepard Street, Lynn, MA 1905 MoreLess Info
Managed by FMC Ice Sports, the Connery Rink is an ice skating facility that offers public skating, a variety of hockey leagues and programs, and lessons in ice skating, figure skating, and hockey.
15.0 Miles
93% 122 votes
National & State Parks Curzon Mill Rd, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Newburyport's Maudslay State Park is a park and wildlife preserve open throughout the year. It is especially popular for cross-country skiing and is an important eagle breeding ground. Sections of the park close during breeding season.
15.0 Miles
92% 52 votes
Forests Pennybrook Road, Lynn, MA MoreLess Info
Municipal reservation park, Lynn Woods is a large forest reserve. Boasting streams, ponds and evergreen forests, the area inhabits over 100 bird species and rodent-predators including owls, red tail fox and hawk species.
15.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Bowling 497 Lynnway, Lynn, MA 01905 MoreLess Info
Offering a variety of food and spirits in addition to candlepin bowling, Lynnway Sportscenter hosts a variety of special events. Some events on offer include regular karaoke nights as well as team trivia competitions.
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Theaters 90 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport, MA 1950 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1979, Children's Theater At Maudslay the is a performing arts group dedicated to bringing theatrical entertainment to the local community. The theatre performs a number of shows, acting workshops, and summer programs.
15.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 76 Rear Marine Blvd, Lynn, MA 01905 MoreLess Info
Walsh's Deep Sea Fishing offers several private boat charters on the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can go on day long deep sea fishing trips, whale watching tours, and evening cruises, and the private vessel can accommodate up to 149 passengers.
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