North Shore

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Lighthouse Point on beach dunes, Race Point Light Lighthouse in Cape Code, New England, Massachusetts, USA.
Lighthouse Point on beach dunes, Race Point Light Lighthouse in Cape Code, New England, Massachusetts, USA.
Aerial North Shore Long Island
Plum Island Lighthouse protects the delta of the Merrimack River, and was commissioned for the first time in 1788 with a lantern that burned whale oil. Its current form dates from the year 1898. In 1927 it began to work with electricity and was automated in 1952. As you can see the light it emits is green.
The lighthouse's surroundings are always accessible and the structure itself is open some days a year. There is a big public parking lot just crossing the street from the lighthouse.
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Beautiful spot with lots of compositional possibilities.

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Where to stay in North Shore

My favorite beach in the area. We always make summer trips here.

Salisbury Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Salisbury Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Salisbury Beach State Reservation or Salisbury Beach.

Salisbury Beach
There's even a school of Witchcraft & Wizardry!

Downtown Salem

While you're in Downtown Salem, take in top sights like Peabody Essex Museum and jump on the metro at Salem Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Salem
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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
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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
Peabody City Hall at 24 Lowell Street in downtown Peabody, Massachusetts MA, USA.

South Peabody

3/5(1 area review)

While South Peabody isn't home to many top sights, Witch House and Witch Dungeon Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Peabody
Annisquam Light, Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA; Shutterstock ID 161751743

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.

Annisquam
Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

3 out of 5
230 Lee Burbank Hwy Revere MA
The price is CA $116 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
CA $116
CA $130 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Revere. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,496 reviews)
Bed very uncomfortable, inattentive staff, parking confusing.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport
Hawthorne Hotel

Hawthorne Hotel

3.5 out of 5
18 Washington Square W Salem MA
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,544 reviews)
The room smelt of smoke and aggravated our chests. Coughing all night. We visited from the UK and whilst I’d go back to Salem, I wouldn’t stay at the Hawthorne again. Such a shame

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hawthorne Hotel
Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

3 out of 5
275 Independence Way Danvers MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $138 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
CA $138
CA $154 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was friendly. Nice, basic room if you are looking for a quick inexpensive stay. Will stay again.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
1880 Victorian apartment just renovated! Harbor views, central location. Parking

1880 Victorian apartment just renovated! Harbor views, central location. Parking

2 out of 5
Salem MA
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions House of the Seven Gables and Salem Maritime National ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great location, beautiful view of the water. Comfortable and beautifully decorated accommodations.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

1880 Victorian apartment just renovated! Harbor views, central location. Parking
Long Beach Suites

Long Beach Suites

2 out of 5
28 Rockport Rd Gloucester MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Long Beach and Good Harbor Beach are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
It's amazing & very private, has everything you could need!

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Long Beach Suites
Apartments in Salem

Apartments in Salem

3 out of 5
40-42 Dow Street Salem MA
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery and New ...
8/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
Great stay! Great place!
The whole floor was clean and organized. The whole floor also felt inviting and comforting. We enjoyed how close we where to everthing. We were both so happy with found this apartment.

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Apartments in Salem
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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