Dogtown Book Shop
132 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Books, used...and unusual, lots of them in this old-fashioned book shop on Main St. in the heart of Downtown Gloucester. Browsers welcome. Beach reading, kids' books, local history or ancient rarities...w... more >>

Cogswell's Grant
60 Spring Street, Essex, MA 01929

Housed in this 18th century farmhouse overlooking the Essex River is one of the nation's most important collections of American Folk Art. Included in the collection are primitive paintings, redware, painted... more >>

Rockport Quilt Shoppe
2 Ocean Ave., Rockport, MA

A fine collection of antique quilts as well as vintage linens, accessories and gifts. We also feature restoration and custom work. By appointment or by chance.... more >>

Woodbine Antiques, Ltd.
140 Main St, Essex, MA 01929

A fine selection of 18th, 19th, and 20th century country and formal furniture and decorative accessories. We are also featuring Simon Pearce glass and pottery.... more >>

Rockport Chamber Music Festival
35 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

A summer concert series featuring internationally-recognized soloists and ensembles in intimate performances. Concert held at the Rockport Art Association. ... more >>

Rocky Neck Art Colony
77 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

No trip to Cape Ann is complete without a trip to Rocky Neck Art Colony. Just one mile from the end of Route 128, off Gloucester's East Main Street you'll find Rocky Neck Avenue. Turn right, park in the public ... more >>

An Artful Touch Gallery
5 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

Oils by impressionist John Terelak, watercolors by Martin Ahearn AWS. Lovely prints including scenes of Gloucester and Rockport. Gift shop featuring handcrafted jewelry, pottery, and art glass. The Gallery is o... more >>

Bearskin Neck
1 Dock Square, Rockport, MA 01066

Bearskin Neck was named by fishermen who saw the bearskin John Babson had left to dry on the rocks. For years it has been known for its artists, who had set up their shops in the fishermen and lobstermen's ... more >>

Bodin Historic Photo
82 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

A great collection of contemporary and historic photographs of Cape Ann. A nice selection of paintings, duck carvings and boat models.... more >>

Borsari Gallery
12 Tuna Wharf, Rockport, MA 01966

Fine color images of the Land and Sea. Summer Season late May thru Late October. ... more >>

Cape Ann Artisans
428 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

On the Cape Ann Artisans Open Studio Tour you will visit 19 studios and meet the artists and view their work in the places where they created their arts. ... more >>

Cape Ann Museum
27 Pleasant St., Gloucester, MA 01930

The permanent collection of the Cape Ann Museum includes works by renowned 19th and 20th century painters and sculptors who lived or worked on Cape Ann, including Fitz Henry Lane, Stuart Davis, Milton Avery, Ma... more >>

Cogswell's Grant
60 Spring Street, Essex, MA 01929

Housed in this 18th century farmhouse overlooking the Essex River is one of the nation's most important collections of American Folk Art. Included in the collection are primitive paintings, redware, painted... more >>

Fitz Hugh Lane House
25 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930

Former home of the famous American painter. Stroll onto the grounds for a view of the harbor and relax on the benches. There is a public restroom during the season. ... more >>

Gloucester Stage Company
267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Plays developed at the GSC have gone on to critical and popular acclaim on Broadway, off-Broadway, across the United States, and around the world. The GSC has received many honors, including numerous Best of Bo... more >>

Granite Shore Gallery
20 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

Several Major Cape Ann Artists. Nautical and fishing antiques. Framing. Open Year round daily 11-5... more >>

Halibut Point Photography by Leslie Bartlett
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A Note from Les Bartlett, photographer:
I live 5 minutes from this wonderful natural treasure known as Halibut Point State Park. Over the course of the past 5 years I have increasingly wandered the park... more >>

John Nesta Gallery
37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

John Nesta is an New Englander who studied painting and fine art at the Vesper George School of Art in Boston. He has maintained his own gallery since 1968. He is the co-founder of the Salem Art Association. ... more >>

Local Colors Artists Cooperative
142 Main St., Gloucester, MA 01930

Local colors presents fine art, fine crafts, and unique gifts. You will find studio prices in a gallery setting. ... more >>

North Shore Arts Association
197 East Main St., Gloucester, MA 01930

The North Shore Arts Association was established in 1923 and is now featuring workshops, demonstrations, lectures, auctions, concerts, and major exhibitions from May through October. Please contact 978 283 91... more >>

Robert C. Gruppe Gallery
32 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

For 75 Years the Gruppe Gallery has served as a studio and gallery as well as the Gloucester School of Painting where over 7,000 painters have studied. Vist this historic studio and enjoy the fine arts that a... more >>

Rockport Art Association
12 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

A private, charitable, non-profit, cultural organization, the Rockport Art Association is dedicated to the advancement and preservation of all phases of the Visual Arts through exhibitions, lectures, demonstrat... more >>

S. Ohrvel Carlson Gallery
43 Broadway, Rockport, MA 01966

Carlson's work is in collections throughout the world including the Vatican Contemporary Collection, Rutgers University and H.R. Macy. He has held one man shows at the Fitchburg Art Museum, The Rockport Art As... more >>

Sargent House Museum
49 Middle Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

A Boston Globe “Top Ten North Shore Attractions” “One of the 1000 Top Places to see in Massachusetts” The Sargent House Museum is a fine example of high-style Georgian domestic architecture, built in 17... more >>

Sindoni Gallery/Studio
15 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Portraits by Armand Sindoni. Please contact the gallery to arrange a visit. ... more >>

Wenniger Gallery of Fine Arts&Crafts
19 Mt. Pleasant Street, Rockport, MA 01966

We offer a wide range of affordable original art and crafts. Open year round Daily 11 to 5 ... more >>

Back Beach
75 Beach Street, Rockport, MA 01966

Back Beach is just north of Front Beach on Beach Street. The surface is a combination of sand and rocks. Neighbors and readers enjoy it because it is less congested and more serene. Families enjoy exploring ... more >>

Front Beach - Downtown Rockport
11 Beach Street, Rockport, MA 01930

Front Beach is a nice, beach on Sandy Bay, pointing toward the east. If you are staying at a Rockport lodging, the beach is within an easy walk from the Rockport village, and from many inns and hotels nearby. I... more >>

Good Harbor Beach
77 Thatcher Road, Gloucester, MA 01930

Located on Thatcher Road, Rte. 127A - This is a beautiful beach with lovely, white sand facing the Atlantic. There is a concession stand, rest rooms, and showers. Parking fee is $20 during the week per car; $25... more >>

Half Moon Beach
80 Western Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

There are two beaches here as well as a large wonderful park. This is a great family picnic area, with plenty of room (acres) to roam around. There are walking trail, picnic areas, rocks to walk on, a ball fiel... more >>

Long Beach - Gloucester and Rockport
33 Rockport Road, Gloucester, MA 01930

Long Beach: Gloucester and Rockport Located off Route 127A and running across the Gloucester/Rockport line off Thatcher Road, this beach is long (of course), flat and sandy. The beach faces east, with a nice ... more >>

Old Garden Beach
Old Garden Road, Rockport, MA 01966

This intimate, very small beach is more secluded. The small parking area is for Rockport residents. However, there is some street parking available, and the beach is walkable or bikeable from town. The directio... more >>

Pavilion Beach
60 Western Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Located just off of Stacy Boulevard (Western Avenue, just west of downtown Gloucester on Route 127), the location of the famous "Fisherman Statue." As you face the harbor at the statue, turn left and you'll... more >>

Singing Beach
295 Beach Street, Manchester, MA 01944

A wonderful beach, known for the unique fact that the sand "sings" (actually it's more like a squeak) as you scuff your feet across the sand. It is said to be one of the few beaches in the world where this ... more >>

Wingaersheek Beach
Atlantic Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Situated in the western part of Gloucester on Atlantic Street off Rte. 133 and Concord Street, this beautiful beach is along the Annisquam River and Ipswich Bay. There is a concession, rest rooms and showers. P... more >>

A Cape Ann Whale Watch
415 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

If you want to see humpbacks, your best chance is with us, we are the largest and fastest North of Boston! ... more >>

Cape Ann Marina's River Cruise
75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

The "Anni" departs from the Marina, and travels north up the Annisquam River, passes Wingersheek Beach, out past Annisquam Lighthouse to Ipswich Bay, and back. Our mates offer a light narration. Total cruising ... more >>

Captain Bill & Sons Whale Watch
24 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930

You will find our whale watch cruises to be among the best Cape Ann has to offer Sightings Guaranteed. Group rates available. Two trips daily from Gloucester. We are located in the heart of downtown Gloucester... more >>

Charlie's Fishing Charters
415 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Come on an exciting adventure with Capt Scotty! We are an expert, premier fishing charter in Gloucester. Captain/owner - Capt. Scott Williams & son Charlie will work together for a successful trip. Capt. Scott ... more >>

Coastal Fishing Charters - Striper Specialists
415 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Fishing in Massachusetts is the Best! Join us for a great fishing adventure! Striped bass fishing in Gloucester on our brand new 23` Polar has a 225hp four stroke Suzuki engine and travels up to 50 knots.
... more >>

Essex River Cruises & Charters
35 Dodge Street, Essex, MA 01929

Welcome aboard! Sit back and relax as we cruise the pristine sheltered waters of the Essex River. Glide back in time, past islands, dunes and beaches formed by glaciers. See rare birds, wildlife,and stunning sc... more >>

Seven Seas Whale Watch
63 Rogers Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

One of the first whale watch companies in the area, established in 1983, we write the standards in how whale watching should be done in these treasured areas where whales come to feed during the spring, summer,... more >>

Agawam Boat Charters
21 Pickering Street, Essex, MA 01929

Our private captained boats will accommodate one to ten passengers; sightseeing beach parties, sport fishing, sunset/starlight cruises, and island tours. Hourly, half and full day rates. Reservations are requir... more >>

Defiance Sail Charters
211 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Come Sailing For A Day Or Stay Overnight! Join us on the ketch, Windfall, with your hosts Captain Raffi and Lisa. Built by Hinckley Yachts in Southwest Harbor, Maine, Windfall is an elegant, traditio... more >>

Essex River Basin Adventures
1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929

A Sea Kayak outfitting company featuring guided tours, lessons, and sales. Sports Fitness and Recreation... more >>

Harbor Tours Inc.
Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930

Tour Gloucester Harbor, the beautiful Annisquam River, area lighthouses, or take a captivating 2-1/2 hour trip around Cape Ann! Harbor Tours, Inc., offers cruises of various lengths and interests. 1. A ... more >>

Kayman Charters
75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Kayman Charters is a full time professional charterboat that has been going out there for over 15 years and coming back in with a good catch. The Kayman is a 35 footer carrying six passengers and the crew with ... more >>

Schooner Thomas E. Lannon
63 Rogers Street,, Gloucester, MA 01930

Join us for a two-hour sail on our beautiful 65 foot schooner. Help the crew raise the sails or just sit back and relax while we sail through Gloucester's historic harbor. See lighthouses, castles and spect... more >>

Cape Ann Lanes
53 Gloucester Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Welcome to the newest, hippest place in town, where you can bowl, play the arcades, enjoy a piping hot, freshly made pizza from our own oven and relax with an icy coke or sip a glass of wine or beer. Unwind to ... more >>

Ryan & Wood Distilleries
15 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930

Take a fascinating tour of the Ryan and Wood Distillery, right here in Gloucester. The first licensed distillery north of Boston since prohibition. We are proud to call Gloucester our home, turning Cape Ann int... more >>

Discovery Adventures
1077 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Discovery Adventures offers guided sea kayaking tours and snorkeling on Ipswich bay as well as instructional courses and kayak rentals. Join us in exploring Gloucester's northern coast and pristine beaches.... more >>

Essex River Basin Adventures
1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929

A Sea Kayak outfitting company featuring guided tours, lessons, and sales. Sports Fitness and Recreation... more >>

North Shore Kayak Outdoor Center
9 Tuna Wharf, Rockport, MA 01966

Kayaking, paddling, biking, hiking, and kiting equipment Guided sea kayak trips leave daily from Memorial day to mid-September. ... more >>

A Cape Ann Whale Watch
415 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

If you want to see humpbacks, your best chance is with us, we are the largest and fastest North of Boston! ... more >>

Cape Ann Lanes
53 Gloucester Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Welcome to the newest, hippest place in town, where you can bowl, play the arcades, enjoy a piping hot, freshly made pizza from our own oven and relax with an icy coke or sip a glass of wine or beer. Unwind to ... more >>

Captain Bill & Sons Whale Watch
24 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930

You will find our whale watch cruises to be among the best Cape Ann has to offer Sightings Guaranteed. Group rates available. Two trips daily from Gloucester. We are located in the heart of downtown Gloucester... more >>

Essex River Basin Adventures
1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929

A Sea Kayak outfitting company featuring guided tours, lessons, and sales. Sports Fitness and Recreation... more >>

Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center
23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930

The Heritage Center is the only working historic waterfront in the Northeastthat combines a historic working marine railway where wooden vessels are hauled and repaired. Educational exhibits and programs.Gui... more >>

Lobsta land
10 Causeway Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Well known for many years in these parts, a popular seafood restaurant, as well as take out right, just off of Route 128 just beyond the Annisquam River Bridge. You can't miss it from the highway in either ... more >>

Lone Gull Coffee House
146 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Great coffee shop with brilliant artwork showcases.... more >>

Madfish Grille
77 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

The Madfish Grille is a fun, entertaining place, right on the water on Rocky Neck. Locals and visitors go here for the food, view and entertainment. It's a really great place to check out and visit while yo... more >>

Woodman's of Essex
121 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929
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Since 1914 the Woodman family has served up hearty portions of seafood and memories to generations of loyal fans. ... more >>

Amelia's Subs & Seafoods
78 Thacher Road, Gloucester, MA 01930

Very competitive as far as taste, size & Cost. Chowder gets some good reports. Sub sandwiches are delicious ... more >>

Beach Street Cafe
35 Beach Street, Manchester, MA 01944

A nice stop for lunch in the middle of town ... more >>

Brackett's Oceanview Restaurant
27 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

Casual oceanfront dining. Serving sandwiches, salads and New England Favorites. April-October. ... more >>

Caffe Dolce
3 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Caffe Dolce is a wonder. Real Italian coffee, just as in Italy, a delectable assortment of pasteries, and the only opportunity in Gloucester to enjoy an aperitif (or other liquor)as part of the Italian coffee h... more >>

Captain Carlo's Restaurant
27 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Capt Carlo’s Restaurant is located on Gloucester’s working waterfront, the oldest fishing port in America. Capt Carlo’s is owned by Gloucester natives who have been in the fishing industry for four generatio... more >>

Charlie's Place Restaurant
83 Bass Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

Located near the scenic beaches and shores of Gloucester, MA sits a hidden gem called Charlie's Place. Charlie's Place is a restaurant that's been serving all your favorite dishes for many years. No... more >>

Espresso's Ristorante Italiano
151 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Authentic Italian Cuisine. Large selection of Italian speciality dishes.... more >>

Essex Seafood Restaurant & Fish Market
143 Eastern Ave., Essex, MA 01929

Enjoy fresh seafood in our dining area or take out. Visit our fish market and lobster pool featuring both retail and wholesale seafood. Our clams are shucked right here on the premises so you know you are... more >>

Fish Shack
21 Dock Square, Rockport, MA 01966

Spectacular oceanfront dining with views of the ocean and Rockport Harbor. Daily specials, children's menu, take-out, and set-ups. Great seafood, salads, and sandwiches.... more >>

Fortune Palace II
99 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929

Authentic Chinese Cuisine and we serve only the freshest seafood. Our chef is an expert in preparing foods from the five styles of Chinese cuisine: Szechwan, Cantonese, Hunan, Mandarin, and Mongolian. We also s... more >>

Gull Restaurant
75 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930

The Gull Restaurant is located in Gloucester, Massachusetts, at Cape Ann Marina Resort. Our waterfront location overlooks over 250 of the finest yachts of the North Shore. The restaurant is open 7 days a week, ... more >>

Halibut Point Restaurant
289 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

For 18 or more years Halibut Point has been a popular gathering place for those who appreciate fine food served in a casual atmosphere. Grilled seafood is the restaurant's specialty from Fresh Tuna Steaks to po... more >>

Horizon Chinese Restaurant
4 Rogers Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

Horizon is the best Chinese restaurant in Gloucester by far. Their food is fresh, not greasy, the service is friendly, and they deliver - very quickly, The food includes high quality ingredients, and they now s... more >>