What to do in Essex County, MA

Activities, attractions and tours

A lighthouse, a white building with a red roof, and a stone walkway leading to the water.
A stone tower and a statue with a hat.
A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a white building and red roof in the background.
A two-story house with a dark blue exterior, a front porch, and a decorative wreath on the door.
A large estate with a prominent brick building, expansive lawns, and a body of water in the background.

Things to do

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

£39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston: Scenic Harbor Cruise

Boston: Scenic Harbor Cruise (Dog-Friendly)

£24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston: Scenic Harbor Cruise (Dog-Friendly)
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

£60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

£35
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour guides in costume in Boston

Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones

£36
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Boston Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

£23
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour
Dog Day of Summer Harbor Cruise in Boston

Dog Day of Summer Harbor Cruise in Boston

£21
per adult
Dog Day of Summer Harbor Cruise in Boston
Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

£57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise
Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes

£57
per adult
Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Local Flavors & Dishes
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Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
9.0 out of 10 with 774 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £39 per adult
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Boston: Helicopter Skyline Tour

Boston: Helicopter Skyline Tour

Activity duration is 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £224 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Boston to Martha's Vineyard with Optional Island Tour

Boston to Martha's Vineyard with Optional Island Tour

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 212 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £97 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbour Cruise

Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbour Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 43 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £52 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

Activity duration is 30 days
9.4 out of 10 with 21 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £40 per adult
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What to do in Essex County

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A rocky shoreline with large boulders and calm water.

Wingaersheek Beach

9.4/10 (83 reviews)
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.
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Day trip destinations from Essex County

A beach at sunset with the sun low on the horizon, a flag, and buildings in the background.

Revere

A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by colorful buildings and a church steeple.

Rockport

A red brick building with arched windows and a Town Hall sign.

Salem

A large lake surrounded by residential areas, a park with a playground, and a road with parked cars.

Wakefield

A beach with a lifeguard tower, waves, and a large house with a tower on a rocky shore.

Gloucester

A street lined with historic buildings, including a Windhill Realty office and a jewelry store.

Ipswich

A river with a bridge, autumn trees, and buildings in the background.

Haverhill

A historic church with a prominent tower, large arched windows, and a green roof.

Malden