Annisquam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Annisquam Light, Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA; Shutterstock ID 161751743
Annisquam Light, Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA; Shutterstock ID 161751743
Annisquam lighthouse off the north coast of Massachusetts
Serene

Popular places to visit

Wingaersheek Beach featuring rugged coastline

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.

Wingaersheek Beach
Good Harbor Beach which includes a sunset and a coastal town

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.

Good Harbor Beach
Hammond Castle which includes heritage elements, general coastal views and a sunset

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.

Hammond Castle
Cape Ann Museum which includes outdoor art

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.

Cape Ann Museum
Half Moon Beach which includes a beach, general coastal views and a sunset

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.

Half Moon Beach
Stage Fort Park showing a coastal town and a bay or harbor

Stage Fort Park

After visiting Stage Fort Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Stage Fort Park

Activities

Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport

Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport

NZ$28
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Gloucester: Scenic Cape Ann & Rockport Self-Driving Tour

Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

NZ$29
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Salem's Best Ghost Tour

Salem's Best Ghost Tour

NZ$51
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Salem's Best Ghost Tour
Salem Hawthorne's Haunts Walking Tour

Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem

NZ$8
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem
Freedom Trail and Salem and The Witch Trail Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle

Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle

NZ$42
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle
Salem 101 General History Tour

Salem 101 General History Tour (Massachusetts)

NZ$42
per adult
Salem 101 General History Tour (Massachusetts)
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Our pick of the best Annisquam Hotel Deals

Hawthorne Hotel

Hawthorne Hotel

3.5 out of 5
18 Washington Square W Salem MA
Stay at this historic hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,549 reviews)
We stayed here because it was one thing on our bucket list and we like history and haunted stuff. I have to say the room was very clean and the staff fantastic as it was our wedding anniversary also. We had asked if we were able to stay in a particular room and they allowed us too. We definitely ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Hawthorne Hotel
Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

3 out of 5
275 Independence Way Danvers MA
The price is NZ$187 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$187
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

4 out of 5
50 Ferncroft Rd Danvers MA
The price is NZ$173 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$173
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,391 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
The Cove At Salem

The Cove At Salem

3 out of 5
40 Bridge St Salem MA
The price is NZ$193 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$193
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (890 reviews)
Room was perfect, had everything that you could possibly need (plus more). Location was amazing, so was the price!

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

The Cove At Salem
The Hotel Salem

The Hotel Salem

3 out of 5
209 Essex Street Salem MA
The price is NZ$185 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$185
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
We can’t wait to come back!!!!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

The Hotel Salem
Hampton Inn Salem Boston

Hampton Inn Salem Boston

2.5 out of 5
11 DODGE STREET Salem MA
The price is NZ$218 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$218
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,057 reviews)
Very clean!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Salem Boston
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Other neighbourhoods around Annisquam

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Downtown Gloucester

While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch.

Downtown Gloucester
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Rocky Neck

While visiting Rocky Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery.

Rocky Neck
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East Gloucester

If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Gloucester
Beautiful place to walk and enjoy the views. This foggy noon created the atmosphere of an unreal world.

Magnolia

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Massachusetts Bay or Gray Beach.

Magnolia

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