Magnolia Travel Guide
Gloucester

Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Maritime Gloucester
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maritime Gloucester during your trip to Gloucester. Wander through 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 in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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.
Things to do

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

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

Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Salem 101 General History Tour (Massachusetts)
Top hotels in Magnolia

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Big clean room, nice location, staff were great, quiet, would stay again
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hawthorne Hotel
Cleaning staff emptied trash once, didnt vacuum and left our door open from 3pm until we found it about 630pm that evening. The desk staff didn't seem to care when I reported it. The photos of the rooms are not very revealing of the actual room. I reserved the Bertram with a Queen bed and when we ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Logan International Airport
This hotel exceeded expectations in every way. The property itself is absolutely stunning—beautifully maintained, thoughtfully designed, and it immediately gives you a sense of comfort and luxury. Safety and security were clearly a priority, which made the entire stay feel relaxed and worry-free. ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Boston - Peabody by IHG
For being outside of the city of Boston, this was a good location. I would stay again if necessary. Not convenient if driving a non Tesla electric car.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus North Shore Hotel
Breakfast is nice. Rooms clean. Staff courteous and helpful. Although did not matter to us since we were on the ground floor (floor2 at this hotel) but only one elevator was working. Noticed same problem when we stayed about 4 months ago.... Hope they are getting it fixed for upcoming tourist ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Rockport Inn And Suites
Great location. Nice big pool. Friendly staff. I'll go there again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Magnolia

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

Downtown Gloucester
While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Maritime Gloucester.

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

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.

