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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Horseback Riding 28 Walden Ter, Saugus, MA 1906 MoreLess Info
Indian Rock Stables is an equestrian facility offering full board services and miles of riding trails. Indian Rock Stables also maintains a fully licensed riding school, offering horseback lessons and training sessions.
15.4 Miles
70% 61 votes
Farms & Ranches 315 South Bradford Street, North Andover, MA MoreLess Info
Festival friendly Smolak Farm is an outdoor venue that provides educational tours and plentiful activities. Farm stand and ice cream stand are available in addition to animals, seasonal hay rides and an autumn classic car show.
15.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 655 Middleton, North Andover, MA 01845 MoreLess Info
The Andover Sportsmen Club is a recreational club that conserves, restores, and manages the fish, game, and other wildlife in Andover. The club has facilities such as a trap range, a clubhouse, and an archery range.
15.5 Miles
50% 28 votes
Skating Rinks 425R Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906 MoreLess Info
Roller World is skating rink that features an on site pro shop for roller skates and inline skates. The skating venue also has an arcade, a food court, and hosts birthday and private parties.
16.0 Miles
100% 28 votes
Historic Sites 459 Main Steet, Amesbury, MA 01913 MoreLess Info
A working museum, Lowell's Boat Shop is also a National Historic Landmark that has been in operation since 1793. The shop is dedicated to the craft of building wooden boats, and hosts an apprentice program and other educational events.
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Sailing 63 Merrimac Street, Amesbury, MA 1913 MoreLess Info
Serving the Merrimack River and Newburyport Harbor areas, Captain Ed's Sailing offers sailing excursions that tour the region's islands and landmarks by water. The captain is knowledgeable about sailing and teaches visitors how to sail the boat.
16.1 Miles
95% 100 votes
Historic Sites 244 Central Street, Saugus, MA 1906 MoreLess Info
National park Saugus Iron Works is a historical site that represents the American iron and steel history. The 9-acre park includes mills, a restored 17th century home, working waterwheels and hot forges.
16.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arcades 1160 Great Pond Road, North Andover, MA 01845 MoreLess Info
Since 1971, Brooks School Day Camp has been providing summer camping experiences for children ages 4-18 on their 250 acres of landscape. Counselor training programs are available, as well as Soccer lessons and an aquatic school.
16.2 Miles
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Sports Stadiums (Professional) 201 Forest Street, Saugus, MA 1906 MoreLess Info
Hosting hockey leagues, Kasabuski Arena is an indoor ice skating rink that offers open skating sessions to the community. Visitors can sign up for figure skating lessons that cater to skaters of all skill levels.
16.3 Miles
88% 50 votes
National & State Parks 177 Forest Street, Saugus, MA 01906 MoreLess Info
With 260 acres of land to explore, Breakheart Reservation offers visitors scenic views of hills, trees, rivers, lakes, and rock formations. In the summer, Pearce Lake has designated areas for fishing and swimming.
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