Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Gloucester September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Gloucester Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester.dx8008)[Hotels in Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Hotels.d8008.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Gloucester.d8008.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Gloucester Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Gloucester.d8008.Car-Hire-Guide)[Gloucester Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester.d8008.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Gloucester, MA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Gloucester Types of activities Where to stay [Gloucester travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester.dx8008) ![Gloucester](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531387-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gloucester](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531389-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gloucester](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531237-maritime-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gloucester](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531244-maritime-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gloucester](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531388-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Gloucester Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Gloucester has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Gloucester, 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester Gloucester is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Gloucester, and make it a breeze to explore Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester, 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 Gloucester. #### Gloucester attractions Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester. Looking for things to do in Gloucester 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 Gloucester or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Gloucester attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Gloucester ### Tours & day trips [See all 79 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214162/ce1a028f-30f3-465a-97a3-09a6e35af6cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour 2h 15m 9.8/10 137 reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/history-and-hauntings-of-salem-guided-walking-tour.a1214162.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem's Best Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1349283/96deaf56-b7b4-4bc0-b2cd-edbcfabb93fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem's Best Ghost Tour 1h 15m 9.2/10 32 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-salem-night-tour.a1349283.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214213/a85c3d95-80f2-450a-bb32-05786098e2ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour 2h 9.2/10 17 reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mysteries-murders-of-salem-guided-night-time-walking-tour.a1214213.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46356513/1d47c1e9-4d31-41b8-8699-8edbc6ba926b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise 1h 40m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-historic-schooner-sailing-cruise.a46356513.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![1692 Salem Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46206610/361377c5-63b5-4540-b32d-2242df2c4ecd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1692 Salem Day Tour 2h 9/10 2 reviews £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hours-historical-walking-tour-in-salem-massachusetts.a46206610.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46121855/39c80a01-8047-4e81-89dd-398c44e60016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl 2h 7.6/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-boos-and-brews-haunted-pub-crawl.a46121855.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5247794/991bb3ab-4de4-47da-8b84-5a4e09a0b2d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour 2d Free cancellation available £37£33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/massachusetts-self-guided-driving-and-walking-tours-bundle.a5247794.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem "Hocus Pocus" Film Locations Tour (31st Anniversary)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3611026/26ce78fd-cf70-4523-9125-cfc7a9e77674.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem "Hocus Pocus" Film Locations Tour (31st Anniversary) 2h 30m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-hocus-pocus-film-locations-walking-tour.a3611026.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![The Salem Witch Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/693148/cdc99c3e-9f9a-4534-a023-61b5ed20a29b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Salem Witch Walk 1h 10/10 1 review £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-salem-witch-walk.a693148.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![1692 Salem Night Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46192546/c4095b7d-83ac-4171-80fa-b93f720ba0a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1692 Salem Night Walking Tour 2h 10/10 3 reviews £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-night-tour-at-salem.a46192546.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ### Holiday & seasonal tours [See all 12 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours) ![Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46356513/1d47c1e9-4d31-41b8-8699-8edbc6ba926b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise 1h 40m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-historic-schooner-sailing-cruise.a46356513.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46121855/39c80a01-8047-4e81-89dd-398c44e60016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl 2h 7.6/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-boos-and-brews-haunted-pub-crawl.a46121855.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem, Massachusetts: Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5088430/d4615bd8-0149-4cab-b689-0946d74baccb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem, Massachusetts: Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour 1h 30m 7.4/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-haunted-footsteps-ghost-tour.a5088430.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48035078/51f47487-f41a-4cc8-aacd-d705fae9a537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem, MA: History and Hauntings Guided Walking Tour 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-ma-history-hauntings-guided-walking-tour.a48035078.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48926184/463522bd-b2b3-4258-bfce-0629028f0249.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-ultimate-dead-of-night-walking-ghost-tour.a48926184.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48031018/c2fdf4b4-1d12-4cc5-ad47-91e00543c406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem, MA: Mysteries & Murder Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-ma-mysteries-murder-guided-walking-tour.a48031018.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4577139/d5d662e8-7fcc-48b6-ad0e-4f85355d6d31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem Night Tour: Haunt and History Guided Night Tour 1h 30m 8.4/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-haunt-and-history-guided-night-tour.a4577139.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Ultimate Witches and Witchcraft of Salem Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48161818/6754544e-5312-49d0-8f94-e5b73bbaa8e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Ultimate Witches and Witchcraft of Salem Walking Tour 2h Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-origins-of-witchcraft-and-magic-walking-tour.a48161818.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Ghosts of Salem Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44638338/b99bf90f-fa39-4f6e-95c1-fbea846a2a0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Ghosts of Salem Walking Tour 1h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-ghosts-of-salem-walking-tour.a44638338.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Ghosts of the Witch City Ultimate Extended Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47853162/277739ba-ad54-45bb-86fb-e11d29ee5759.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Ghosts of the Witch City Ultimate Extended Tour 2h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-ghosts-of-the-witch-city-ultimate-extended-tour.a47853162.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 9 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5247794/991bb3ab-4de4-47da-8b84-5a4e09a0b2d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour 2d Free cancellation available £37£33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/massachusetts-self-guided-driving-and-walking-tours-bundle.a5247794.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Boston Private Day Trip with Salem & Cape Ann’s North Shore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46548445/2f0fe60a-5656-4465-85f2-548f07d6fa56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Boston Private Day Trip with Salem & Cape Ann’s North Shore 6h £904 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-north-shore-salem-cape-ann-private-day-trip-from-boston.a46548445.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4788463/0e6d025e-0f8e-4ce4-aef2-10b2934dbca6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem 55m 8/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £4 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-tour-hawthornes-haunts-haunted-walking-tour-salem.a4788463.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3060314/25d71e0c-f1f2-40ad-9b58-41d96a7c86e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport 3h 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ultimate-cape-ann-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-in-gloucester-and-rockport.a3060314.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Hammond Castle and Boston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46704405/71e67820-3029-4e80-824b-da230094a917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Hammond Castle and Boston 7h Free cancellation available £702 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-private-guided-tour-of-hammond-castle-and-boston.a46704405.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3611972/e071c9ff-efb3-47c1-8deb-6edaa65bf961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem 50m 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-smartphone-ghost-walking-tour-in-salem.a3611972.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Private Day Tour of Salem and Boston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46592300/ff8315e1-8f6a-4179-a5f4-0d1508683a7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Tour of Salem and Boston 7h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £742 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-tour-of-highlights-and-history-in-salem-and-boston.a46592300.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Private Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49506228/f9903b2a-2e5f-499f-8198-8415c7ed1080.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston 7h Free cancellation available £739 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-trip-to-salem-and-hammond-castle-from-boston.a49506228.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Salem Witch Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49529309/ee42b611-3f7d-41dc-8745-1510ebe828bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Salem Witch Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-salem-witch-tour.a49529309.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268153/038141f8-48d9-4d37-905e-47a5fb6359c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester 4h 9.6/10 15 reviews Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-in-gloucester.a45268153.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sighti...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47136330/d054ccb4-50d6-43a8-b4f8-8907bc38fe20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sighti... 4h 9.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-trips-to-stellwagen-bank-marine-sanctuary-guaranteed-sightings.a47136330.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ![Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46356513/1d47c1e9-4d31-41b8-8699-8edbc6ba926b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise 1h 40m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-historic-schooner-sailing-cruise.a46356513.activity-details?&rid=8008&location=Gloucester&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Gloucester | Number of things to do | 85 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-tour-hawthornes-haunts-haunted-walking-tour-salem.a4788463.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-in-gloucester.a45268153.activity-details) - [Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sighti...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-trips-to-stellwagen-bank-marine-sanctuary-guaranteed-sightings.a47136330.activity-details) - [Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/massachusetts-self-guided-driving-and-walking-tours-bundle.a5247794.activity-details) - [Cape Ann Harbour: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cape-ann-gloucester-scenic-drive-self-guided-tour-gps-app.a823381.activity-details) - [Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ultimate-cape-ann-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-in-gloucester-and-rockport.a3060314.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ultimate-cape-ann-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-in-gloucester-and-rockport.a3060314.activity-details) - [History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/history-and-hauntings-of-salem-guided-walking-tour.a1214162.activity-details) - [Salem's Best Ghost Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-salem-night-tour.a1349283.activity-details) - [Mysteries and Murders of Salem Guided Night-Time Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mysteries-murders-of-salem-guided-night-time-walking-tour.a1214213.activity-details) - [Salem: Historic Schooner Sailing Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salem-historic-schooner-sailing-cruise.a46356513.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-in-gloucester.a45268153.activity-details) - [Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sighti...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-trips-to-stellwagen-bank-marine-sanctuary-guaranteed-sightings.a47136330.activity-details) - [Semiprivate Day Trip from Boston to Salem and Hammond Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/semiprivate-day-trip-from-boston-to-salem-and-hammond-castle.a50317147.activity-details) - [History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/history-and-hauntings-of-salem-guided-walking-tour.a1214162.activity-details) - [Salem's Best Ghost Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-salem-night-tour.a1349283.activity-details) | ## What to do in Gloucester * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Wingaersheek Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531659-wingaersheek-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wingaersheek-Beach-Gloucester.d553248621532667334.Attraction) ![Good Harbor Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531388-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Good Harbor Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Good Harbor Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Good-Harbor-Beach-Gloucester.d553248621532667409.Attraction) ![Hammond Castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531458-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hammond-Castle-Gloucester.d6092287.Attraction) ![Half Moon Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531389-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Half-Moon-Beach-Gloucester.d553248621532667316.Attraction) ![Maritime Gloucester](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531237-maritime-gloucester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maritime-Gloucester-Gloucester.d553248621532667406.Attraction) ![Eastern Point Lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/530000/530801-eastern-point-lighthouse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eastern Point Lighthouse Learn about the local history of Gloucester when you spend time at Eastern Point Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastern-Point-Lighthouse-Gloucester.d553248621532667401.Attraction) ![Niles Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531637-niles-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Niles Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Niles Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Niles-Beach-Gloucester.d553248621561735327.Attraction) ![Pavilion Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/530000/530780-pavilion-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pavilion Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pavilion Beach during your trip to Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pavilion-Beach-Gloucester.d553248635983990416.Attraction) ![Stage Fort Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531380-stage-fort-park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stage Fort Park After visiting Stage Fort Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stage-Fort-Park-Gloucester.d553248621532667315.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Gloucester ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/690c696be7aa7478573617c469f8e2fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Annisquam.dx553248635975257320) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/59abf328be02ea0beaf87ce6e5488b35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Magnolia You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Gray Beach or Massachusetts Bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gloucester-Magnolia.dx6340902) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Gloucester ![Rockport](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/530000/530968-rockport.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rockport [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rockport.dx6350) ![Photo by Christa Harlin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/69183f23eef4c09239523b7d1e3dd8de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Essex [](https://expedia.co.uk/Essex.dx102296) ![Manchester-by-the-Sea](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/531000/531205-manchester-by-the-sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manchester-by-the-Sea [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-By-The-Sea.dx129363) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gloucester worth visiting? > Gloucester has a unique blend of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local cuisine, there's plenty you'll find here. ### How do I spend a day in Gloucester? > Start your adventures with a visit to Front Beach and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch. Then, tour other parts of Gloucester for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Gloucester? > Front Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Gloucester and deserves a place on every must-do list of the area. ### Is three days enough to stay in Gloucester? > Three days in Gloucester is plenty of time to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Front Beach, Pavilion Beach and Pebble Beach are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Boston. ### What are some activities to do in Gloucester with kids? > If you're looking for activities and sights for all the family, here are some great ideas for what to do in Gloucester with kids. > > > > - [Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-in-gloucester.a45268153.activity-details) > - [Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sighti...](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-trips-to-stellwagen-bank-marine-sanctuary-guaranteed-sightings.a47136330.activity-details) > - [Semiprivate Day Trip from Boston to Salem and Hammond Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/semiprivate-day-trip-from-boston-to-salem-and-hammond-castle.a50317147.activity-details) > - [History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/history-and-hauntings-of-salem-guided-walking-tour.a1214162.activity-details) > - [Salem's Best Ghost Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-salem-night-tour.a1349283.activity-details) ### What to do in Gloucester for adults? > Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or thrill seeker, there's lots of things to do in Gloucester for adults including Ipswich Bar. ### Are there free things to do in Gloucester? > From enjoying parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Gloucester. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. 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