Essex County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A marina with boats docked at sunset.
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Popular cities in Essex County

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Gloucester
Known for Sea, Beaches and Ports
Gloucester is calling! Discover its oceanfront, beaches, art and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Good Harbor Beach
  • Wingaersheek Beach
  • Hammond Castle
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A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by colorful buildings and a church steeple.
Rockport
Known for Sea, Beaches and Shopping
Get away to Rockport! Enjoy the seaside, beaches and sunsets.

Reasons to visit

  • Cape Ann
  • Front Beach
  • Halibut Point State Park
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Newburyport
Known for Historical, Ports and Islands
Trip time! Discover the island views, history and sunsets in Newburyport.

Reasons to visit

  • Plum Island Point
  • Waterfront Promenade Park
  • Firehouse Center for the Arts
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Salisbury
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Bird watching
Explore Salisbury: its beaches, hiking, natural setting and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Salisbury Beach
  • Salisbury Beach State Reservation
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Andover
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Sports
Experience the churches, sports and local cuisine in Andover!

Reasons to visit

  • Penguin Park
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Newbury
Known for Islands, Baseball and Sports
Escape to Newbury! Enjoy its island views, baseball and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Newbury Beach
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Stay near popular Essex County attractions

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Salem Witch Museum

8.6/10 (942 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Salem Witch Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Salem. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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