East Gloucester
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Popular places to visit
Good Harbor Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Good Harbor Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's sunrises.
Niles Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Niles Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Eastern Point Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Gloucester with a stop at Eastern Point Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hammond Castle
You can browse the exhibits at Hammond Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Half Moon Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Half Moon Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Massachusetts Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: 10+ Tours
Massachusetts: Smartphone-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Top hotels in East Gloucester
Long Beach Suites
It's amazing & very private, has everything you could need!
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
The Vista
Sea Lion Motel and Cottages
Very friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Hawthorne Hotel
Staff was amazing
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
The only downside is they don’t have breakfast. You can buy cereal, bagels, muffins, etc..
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
There was a fight across the hall for an hour with yelling and door slamming. A staff member did come up after a couple of us on the floor called but the couple were leaving the room by that point. It’s not the hotel, but rather who stays there that is a bit scary.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Gloucester
Rocky Neck
If you're spending some time in Rocky Neck, Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Gloucester
While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch.
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.
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.
