Annisquam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Good Harbor Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Good Harbor Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's sunrises.
Hammond Castle
You can browse the exhibits at Hammond Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Half Moon Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Half Moon Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Cape Ann Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Niles Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Niles Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Activities
Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Annisquam Hotel Deals
Hawthorne Hotel
"Great spot"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
"Staff were all wonderful, the room was nice and clean and the pool was great! Would highly reccomend!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Boston - Peabody by IHG
"Helpful staff, everything was clean and accessible! Would love more outdoor seating."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach
"Comfy space, gorgeous views, helpful host."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boston Peabody
"After going next door to hampton an not even checking in due to renovations and not stating that everything was under renovation i walked out. Saw this hotel an glad we stayed they are super professional and friendly even with my pups the breakfast was excellent the pool and hot tub was clean. I ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Hotel Salem
"Our stay at The Hotel Salem was great, the staff, location and property where excellent"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Annisquam
Downtown Gloucester
While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch.
Rocky Neck
While visiting Rocky Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery.
East Gloucester
If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Magnolia
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Gray Beach or Massachusetts Bay.
