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Discover our elegant, seaside hotel tucked between the Atlantic Ocean and the charming avenues of downtown Gloucester, Massachusetts. Beauport Hotel Gloucester has a little something for everyone — including some of the best beaches in New England, whale watching, sailing, cultural events, world-class fishing, eclectic shopping and dining, and the vibrant maritime culture and history of the nation’s oldest seaport. For more information on any of the best things to do in Gloucester, MA , simply ask our Concierge – and feel free to inquire about our complimentary shuttle transportation.
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Hammond Castle
Explore this medieval-style castle built from 1926-1929 by Dr. John Hays Hammond, Jr. to house his collection of Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance artifacts as well as his Research Corporation, which produced over 400 patents and ideas for over 800 inventions, second only to Thomas Edison.
Explore this medieval-style castle built from 1926-1929 by Dr. John Hays Hammond, Jr. to house his collection of Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance artifacts as well as his Research Corporation, which produced over 400 patents and ideas for over 800 inventions, second only to Thomas Edison.
Whale Watches
You’ll find a number of companies in the area offering boat tours from mid-April to mid-October, with almost-guaranteed whale sightings at Stellwagen Bank, a marine preserve located 12 miles off the coast and rated among the Top 5 Whale Watching Destinations in the World by the World Wildlife Fund.
You’ll find a number of companies in the area offering boat tours from mid-April to mid-October, with almost-guaranteed whale sightings at Stellwagen Bank, a marine preserve located 12 miles off the coast and rated among the Top 5 Whale Watching Destinations in the World by the World Wildlife Fund.
Schooner Tours
Imagine yourself seated on the deck of a beautiful 65-foot schooner as it sails out of Gloucester harbor – just as fishing schooners a hundred years ago did. Help raise the sails, or simply sit back and enjoy the sights of Gloucester's coastline. Some tours offer music, group rates, and private charters.
Imagine yourself seated on the deck of a beautiful 65-foot schooner as it sails out of Gloucester harbor – just as fishing schooners a hundred years ago did. Help raise the sails, or simply sit back and enjoy the sights of Gloucester's coastline. Some tours offer music, group rates, and private charters.
Good Harbor Beach
Good harbor beach is considered one of the north shore’s best places to spend the day. The beautiful white sand and spectacular views appeal to everyone. During low tide, take a walk out to Salt Island and explore. In-season, the beach offers food and beverages as well as rest rooms and fresh water showers. It’s a must if you’re visiting this area for the first time!
Good harbor beach is considered one of the north shore’s best places to spend the day. The beautiful white sand and spectacular views appeal to everyone. During low tide, take a walk out to Salt Island and explore. In-season, the beach offers food and beverages as well as rest rooms and fresh water showers. It’s a must if you’re visiting this area for the first time!
Rocky Neck Artist Colony
Take some time to explore this eclectic arts neighborhood featuring unique galleries, boutiques, and restaurants in colorful, historic houses. There are two main gallery locations as well as the many artistic establishments that are dotted along the charming peninsula. Free parking is available.
Take some time to explore this eclectic arts neighborhood featuring unique galleries, boutiques, and restaurants in colorful, historic houses. There are two main gallery locations as well as the many artistic establishments that are dotted along the charming peninsula. Free parking is available.
Gloucester Fisherman’s Memorial
Erected in 1925, this historic commemorative sculpture is a featured stop on the Maritime History of Massachusetts travel itinerary. Also known as the Man at the Wheel, the eight-foot, bronze statue is sometimes confused with the iconic image of the famed Gorton's Fisherman.
Erected in 1925, this historic commemorative sculpture is a featured stop on the Maritime History of Massachusetts travel itinerary. Also known as the Man at the Wheel, the eight-foot, bronze statue is sometimes confused with the iconic image of the famed Gorton's Fisherman.
Beauport Cruiselines
Discover one of the North Shore’s most exciting venues, the luxurious Beauport Cruiselines! Dine to heart’s content, dance the night away, take part in a public cruise, enjoy a private event, or plan your dream wedding in true New England style.
Discover one of the North Shore’s most exciting venues, the luxurious Beauport Cruiselines! Dine to heart’s content, dance the night away, take part in a public cruise, enjoy a private event, or plan your dream wedding in true New England style.
Stage Fort Park
This historic park at Stage Head is the site of the first settlers of Gloucester, dating back to 1623 when they first set up their fishing “stages” on land. Today, it’s home to two popular beaches, a busy playground, two baseball fields, a basketball court, picnic benches, and a dog park.
This historic park at Stage Head is the site of the first settlers of Gloucester, dating back to 1623 when they first set up their fishing “stages” on land. Today, it’s home to two popular beaches, a busy playground, two baseball fields, a basketball court, picnic benches, and a dog park.
Gloucester Train Station
This tiny station features a single side platform serving the one train track, with a mini-high platform that makes it handicapped accessible as well. It takes approximately an hour on the commuter rail to get here from Boston.
This tiny station features a single side platform serving the one train track, with a mini-high platform that makes it handicapped accessible as well. It takes approximately an hour on the commuter rail to get here from Boston.
Ten Pound Island Lighthouse
Board the Beauport Cruiselines boat, rent a private charter, or go on a schooner tour to get an up-close view of this charming, picturesque, historic lighthouse located on Ten Pound island. Built in 1881 to replace the stone tower built on the site in 1821, the conical cast-iron structure stands 30 feet high.
Board the Beauport Cruiselines boat, rent a private charter, or go on a schooner tour to get an up-close view of this charming, picturesque, historic lighthouse located on Ten Pound island. Built in 1881 to replace the stone tower built on the site in 1821, the conical cast-iron structure stands 30 feet high.
Seaport Grille
Dine on fresh, local seafood and prime meats as you enjoy views of Gloucester’s authentic, working waterfront situated in the country’s first seaport. The harbor-front deck overlooks Cruiseport Gloucester, where you can see some of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships docked.
Dine on fresh, local seafood and prime meats as you enjoy views of Gloucester’s authentic, working waterfront situated in the country’s first seaport. The harbor-front deck overlooks Cruiseport Gloucester, where you can see some of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships docked.
