- TripBuzz found 265 things to do with kids in or near Gloucester, Massachusetts, including 242 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Salem, Beverly, Lynn and Newburyport.
- From 7 Seas Whale Watch to Cape Ann Whale Watch, the Gloucester area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Whale Watching Tours, Parks and Fishing.
- Located Northeast of Boston, Gloucester is a small city rich with Massachusetts history. The city has played a prominent role in the fishing industry for many years and is now a popular summer vacation destination. Visitors can enjoy world-class fishing, water sports recreation, fine dining and lodging, whale watching and museum tours.
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Featuring over five miles of well-maintained carriage paths with woodlands on one side and open countryside on the other, Appleton Farms Grass Rides offers a scenic environment for hiking, wildlife watching, and exploration.
10.9 Miles
Located in Beverly, Massachusetts, the North Shore Music Theatre features children's shows, concerts and musicals. The Backstage Bistro, at the threatre, serves dinner before evening performances. The restaurant is closed during matinees or during children's shows.
11.0 Miles
The beautiful Ipswich River in Ipswich, Massachusetts is full of opportunities for outdoor fun. It is easily accessed from more than 20 hiking trails, and its meadows and marshes are important habitats for birds, fish and small mammals.
11.1 Miles
With picturesque landscaping and oceanfront views, Lynch Park provides outdoor spaces for all types of gatherings. Activities include picnics, weddings, concerts, kayaking, canoeing, or taking a walk along the Atlantic shore.
11.5 Miles
Visitors can sunbathe and swim in the waters of Dane Street Beach. The beach is strewn with pebbles and shells. A concession stand sells hot dogs near the parking lot.
11.5 Miles
The Roller Palace is a recreational roller skating ring that also hosts an indoor soccer league and a futsal league. The facility is fitted with air-conditioning and is available for rent.
11.6 Miles
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Follett Street, off Ocean Avenue, Marblehead, MA
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Marblehead, Massachusetts is home to the Chandler Hovey Park & Marblehead Light. This popular park spans almost 4 acres and is a popular place for picnics, hiking, dog walking, people watching and other fun outdoor pursuits.
11.6 Miles
A scenic, waterside park located on Marblehead Neck, Chandler Hovey Park offers panoramic views of the coast, harbor, and water. The park is also home to the historic Lighthouse.
11.8 Miles
Situated on the edge of Wenham Lake, JC Phillips Nature Preserve offers visitors a 1.5 hike through shaded nature trails. On the trails, visitors can see native animals, from lizards to deer.
11.9 Miles
Arcade games, rides, numerous food selections, and years of history fill the popular Salem Willows Park. The park was first opened in 1859 and contains a historic carousel from 1866 as well as 200 year-old willow trees surrounding.