Gloucester, United States

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Alternative names: Settled: 1623Population: 29.8 thous. (2019)Area: 41.51 mi²Elevation: 26 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°36'45"N, 70°39'48"W
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Gloucester Attractions - What to See and Explore

Gloucester offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Hammond Castle, Good Harbor Beach, Beauport, Annisquam Harbor Light. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • hammond castle gloucester location map
    Museum • History museum

    Hammond Castle

    Hammond Castle is located on the Atlantic coast in the Magnolia area of Gloucester, Massachusetts. The castle, which was constructed between 1926 and 1929, was the home and laboratory of John Hays Hammond, Jr. an inventor and pioneer in the study of remote control who held over four hundred patents.

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    42°37'10"N • 70°37'53"W

    Good Harbor Beach

    Beach • Outdoor activities • Park

  • beauport gloucester
    Museum • History museum • Specialty museum

    Beauport

    Beauport, also known as Sleeper–McCann House, Little Beauport, or Henry Davis Sleeper House, is a historic house in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

  • annisquam harbor light gloucester
    Lighthouse • Vernacular architecture

    Annisquam Harbor Light

    Annisquam Harbor Light Station is a historic lighthouse on Wigwam Point in the Annisquam neighborhood of Gloucester, Massachusetts. It can be viewed from nearby Wingaersheek Beach, Gloucester.

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    Monuments and statues • Central Gloucester

    Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial

    Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial is a historic memorial cenotaph sculpture on South Stacy Boulevard, near entrance of Stacy Esplanade in Gloucester, Massachusetts, built in 1925.

  • stage fort park gloucester
    Beach • Park • Playground

    Stage Fort Park

    Stage Fort Park is a park at Stage Head in Gloucester, Massachusetts, part of the Essex National Heritage Area. It contains two beaches, a large playground, picnic benches, two baseball fields, a basketball court, a dog park and plenty of room for any weekend activities.

  • ten pound island light gloucester
    Lighthouse • Vernacular architecture

    Ten Pound Island Light

    The Ten Pound Island Light is a historic lighthouse in Gloucester Harbor in Gloucester, Massachusetts. It is located on Ten Pound Island, near the eastern end of the harbor.

  • cape ann museum gloucester
    Museum • History museum • Art museum

    Cape Ann Museum

    Cape Ann Museum is an art and historical museum located in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Its collection and programming focuses on the artists and art colonies of Cape Ann, including the Rocky Neck Art Colony and the Folly Cove Designers.

  • capt bill sons whale watch gloucester
    42°36'44"N • 70°39'35"W

    Capt. Bill & Sons Whale Watch

    Dolphin and whale watching • Boat or ferry

  • gloucester city hall
    City hall • Central Gloucester

    Gloucester City Hall

    Gloucester City Hall is located at 9 Dale Avenue in Gloucester, Massachusetts. It was built in 1870 and dedicated the following year, and has served as the main location for the city's offices since then.

  • annisquam bridge gloucester
    Bridge • Annisquam

    Annisquam Bridge

    The Annisquam Bridge is a historic bridge in Annisquam, Massachusetts, a village within the city of Gloucester. The bridge was built in 1861 to replace an earlier 1847 bridge that crossed Lobster Cove. It is a wooden pile bridge, a type of which only two others were found in New England as part of a c. 1979 survey.

  • our lady of good voyage church gloucester
    Church • Central Gloucester

    Our Lady of Good Voyage Church

    Our Lady of Good Voyage Church is a historic Roman Catholic church at 136-144 Prospect Street and 2-4 Taylor Street in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

  • adventure gloucester
    Ship • Central Gloucester

    Adventure

    Adventure is a gaff rigged knockabout schooner. She was built in Essex, Massachusetts, USA, and launched in 1926 to work the Grand Banks fishing grounds out of Gloucester. She is one of only two surviving knockabout fishing schooners – ships designed without bowsprits for the safety of her crew.

  • eastern point light gloucester
    Lighthouse • Vernacular architecture

    Eastern Point Light

    Eastern Point Light is a historic lighthouse on Cape Ann, in northeastern Massachusetts.It is known as the oldest seaport in America. The harbor has supported fishermen, whalers, and traders since 1616.

  • sargent house museum gloucester
    Museum • History museum • Historical place

    Sargent House Museum

    The Sargent House Museum is a historic house museum located at 49 Middle Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts. The museum is open on weekends from Memorial day to Columbus day, and offers guided tours of the historic home, a small gift shop, and rotating exhibits in its exhibit space.

  • north shore art association gloucester
    Museum • Art gallery • Shopping

    North Shore Art Association

    The North Shore Art Association of East Gloucester, Massachusetts is one of the oldest art associations in the United States. Founded in 1922, it was the gathering place of some of the great American artists of the 20th century.

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    Cemetery • Central Gloucester

    Oak Grove Cemetery

    The Oak Grove Cemetery is a historic cemetery, founded in 1854, which is bounded by Derby, Washington, and Grove Sts. and Maplewood Avenue in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

  • schooner adventure gloucester
    42°36'38"N • 70°39'29"W

    Schooner Adventure

    Museum • Boat tours • Tours

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    Library • Central Gloucester

    Gloucester Lyceum

    The Gloucester Lyceum of Gloucester, Massachusetts, was an association for "the improvement of its members in useful knowledge, and the advancement of popular education." It incorporated in 1831.

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Gloucester – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Gloucester, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Museum of Fine Arts (Boston), Quincy Market (Boston), Faneuil Hall (Boston).

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    Impressionist art and Egyptian treasures

    Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

    The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston stands as a beacon of culture and history in the United States. Established in 1870, this grand institution is one of the most comprehensive art museums in the country, boasting a collection that encompasses nearly 500,000 works...

  • quincy market boston26 milesSW
    Shopping, Market, Flea market

    Quincy Market, Boston

    Quincy Market is a historic marketplace in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, that has become a beloved landmark and a bustling hub for locals and tourists alike. Located in the city's downtown area, Quincy Market consists of a main building, Faneuil Hall, flanked by...

  • faneuil hall boston26 milesSW
    Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center

    Faneuil Hall, Boston

    Faneuil Hall, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands not only as a bustling shopping center but also as a site steeped in history. Known as "The Cradle of Liberty," it was built in 1742 and has been an integral part of Boston's social and political life...

  • old state house boston27 milesSW
    Original colonial seat and state capitol

    Old State House, Boston

    The Old State House stands as a testament to the rich history of Boston, United States. This Georgian-style building, constructed in 1713, is one of the oldest public buildings in the country and has played a crucial role in the American Revolution.

  • museum of science boston27 milesSW
    Interactive exhibits and an IMAX theater

    Museum of Science, Boston

    Nestled in the heart of Boston, the Museum of Science stands as a beacon of exploration and education, capturing the imagination of visitors with its interactive exhibits and cutting-edge presentations. This esteemed institution is dedicated to making science...

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Best Time To Visit Gloucester

Learn when is the best time to travel to Gloucester weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June, July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in September.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, May, June, July and August. Most of it rains in March, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Gloucester?

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What is the best time to visit Gloucester?

June, July and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in September. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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