What to do in North Shore, MA

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North Shore Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that North Shore has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to North Shore, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to North Shore with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in North Shore

North Shore is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in North Shore, and make it a breeze to explore North Shore and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in North Shore to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to North Shore, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in North Shore.

North Shore attractions

North Shore has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in North Shore to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of North Shore.

Looking for things to do in North Shore can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of North Shore or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to North Shore attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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East Boston featuring a city, sailing and a river or creek

East Boston

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First a shipbuilding hub and now home of Logan Airport, Boston’s easternmost neighborhood is a multicultural area with great ethnic restaurants and historic sites.

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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.

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Hamilton

Travellers like the musical theatre scene in Hamilton, and Appleton Farms Grass Rides is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Annisquam

Though Annisquam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.

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Harbor View - Orient Heights

While you're in Harbor View - Orient Heights, take in top sights like Orient Heights Beach or Constitution Beach State Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Orient Heights Station or Suffolk Downs Station.

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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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