Downtown Gloucester
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Popular places to visit
Maritime Gloucester
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maritime Gloucester during your travels in Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cape Ann Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cape Ann Museum during your travels in Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Pavilion Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pavilion Beach during your trip to Gloucester?
Fishermen's Memorial Monument
Learn about the local history of Gloucester with a stop at Fishermen's Memorial Monument. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a carefree 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 carefree afternoon at Good Harbor Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's sunrises.
Things to do
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Massachusetts Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: 10+ Tours
Massachusetts: Smartphone-Based Audio Tour Bundle
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Downtown Gloucester Hotel Deals
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Great views
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
The Highliner Hotel
Wonderful room, cool decor and such a neat building. The bed was super comfortable and the space to hang out in the room was relaxing. Location is perfect for browsing the shops and eating out. Using text to communicate with the concierge was also very convenient and easy.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
Harborview Inn
Wonderful location and sparkling property. John Orlando, the owner, was welcoming and attentive. The room was comfortable with great lighting and the Continental breakfast was good. The only thing missing was a full length mirror: maybe one could be mounted on the bathroom door? All in all however, ...
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
It’s a great family hotel to stay at if you have young kids. My daughter enjoyed the waterpark and arcade a lot!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hawthorne Hotel
Absolutely beautiful hotel. One of America’s Historial hotels. Room was in the small side but that goes with the history. We had dinner in the restaurant which was gorgeous and very reasonable and the breakfast (not included) was fab.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Boston - Peabody by IHG
Everything was really good! The staff were super nice and helpful. The room and lobby was very nice and clean. The only things was the mini fridge was really small, I want to say half the size of a regular mini fridge. We were on the first floor, I am not sure if the fridge sizes changes depending ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gloucester
Rocky Neck
If you're spending some time in Rocky Neck, Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
East Gloucester
If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Annisquam
While Annisquam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.
Magnolia
Nestled in Gloucester, this small village boasts its own library, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy Gray Beach at Coolidge Reservation or take in scenic views of Kettle Cove at Surf Park.
