I love this museum and it's the perfect size for a visit so it isn't as daunting of a museum as say the MFA. It also features a lot of local artists which is cool to see and if you're a Brockton resident it's free entry, again supporting the local community. It has a great gift shop right when you enter and I was able to get this bead hummingbird for as a gift for relatively cheap. I would highly recommend coming here and you could spend even more time enjoying the nature around the museum.

Such a nice museum to visit! I love the ocean part the most. It is very quiet and can see art work from different people from different backgrounds and age groups.

This small, two-story museum with an outdoor sculpture garden doubles as a venue for programs and events, weddings, and classes. Five exhibits were on display during my visit, including a portrait collection, illustrations by a local high schooler, a basketball-inspired installation, button-ladened fashion pieces, and sci-fi sculptures. The entire Fuller Craft Museum experience takes about an hour. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Admission is technically free, although donations are very strongly encouraged by the receptionist at $12 for adults and $10 for seniors, which is not listed on the website. This is among the few museums that has enough of seating options in its exhibit area, both indoor and outdoor. The entire space is well-lit and accessible for people using wheelchairs and limited mobility.

Beautiful museum with creative, well-curated exhibits. The space is peaceful, and the craftsmanship on display is impressive — a great place to spend an inspiring afternoon.

I can’t believe we’ve never been to the Fuller Craft Museum before today. It was a rainy Sunday morning so we took a ride down to Brockton to see some art. Wow we had a great visit and experience. We saw very unique art. Right up my alley. Five stars museum. Thumbs up 👍a must visit institution. It is free to get in but donations suggested. we paid full price totally satisfied.

Hidden gem! This building is filled with so much local talent, it's unbelievable! The staff was very nice and helpful. It is free to enter but if you are able to donate they do have a box available. Can't wait to return and spread the word.

Fascinating, eclectic, interesting. The exhibits were outstanding. The citation was fabulous. They ran the gamut from ceramics to paper to precious metals and glass. They have art classes available with top notch instructors. If you want to see tradition crafts with a modern spin, then this is the place to visit.

The beach is quite rocky, but a nice long trip to walk on and the water is refreshing!

Beautiful Beach But Stuck in the Past — Bring Cash! We visited Duxbury Beach Park with our toddler and had a really pleasant time overall — the vibe was great, the sand was clean, and the crowd was friendly. The water was nice too, but here’s the heads-up for parents: the beach is full of rocks, which can be tricky (and even unsafe) for young kids. Just something to be cautious about when walking around or getting in the water. Now the big letdown? Payment. It’s 2025, and unbelievably, they still only accept cash. No Venmo, no Cash App, no card, no digital payments of any kind. To make things worse, the ATMs at the beach were out of service, so we had to drive back nearly 3 miles just to find an ATM and get the $25 needed for entry. Frustrating and totally avoidable if they modernized. Tip: Come prepared with $25 cash or risk a detour. Amazing place, but seriously needs to step into the digital age.

I loved this beach. The water was warm and at low tide we had no problems with the rocks! Parking charges $ 20! Clean place to enjoy with family

Awesome beach! We had a great time! I would like to go back many more times!

Hard to find but not crowded. Wonderful restaurant close by and you can buy live lobster in the back

Full of rocks very hard to walk around. Very big though and parking space avail. Would not return though not very good for little kids 🤷🏻‍♀️

SO UPSET. I've been coming to this beach every year for my life, and this was the first year I've had a bad time. It was 20$ to park on a Monday... I remember when it was 15$ on the weekends and I think 10$ on the weekdays.... there was also NO SAND. The whole beach was ROCKS and Dry Seaweed, which attracted tons of bugs. I was so disappointed.. the sand part of the beach was basically just a thin layer of sand over a ton of rocks... I really hope they can clean up this beach before my next trip, or we will have to find another beach in the area to go too!

day 4 (11jun24) sanctuary 9: wow! great, well-marked trails with side loops through huge grassland. i followed main trail to top of fox hill and also the river walk loop across river through phragmites marsh. turkey taking a dust bath as i arrived at the parking lot. bobolinks flying up from grass complaining about my interruption. as i walked by. also startled a deer hidden in chest tall grass just a dozen feet off trail. lots of wildflowers and grasses in bloom today. this place is eye candy!

May 2025 : went for a walk over the weekend and got bombarded by mosquitoes in the parking lot, and had found 5-10 Lone Star Ticks on us before reaching the end of the trail, the ticks with the white spot. We stayed on the main path, no woods, no talk grass, and didn't even make it to the end without multiple ticks on us. So we turned around and walked back to the car. We were really bummed out. Aug 2024 : It's a really beautiful sanctuary with a few trails. We enjoyed the whole area. They have benches in a few areas to sit and enjoy the views. We saw a couple of different animals and sounds of all the birds. We spent 1-2 hours enjoying the views. Small parking lot , but worth the trip. No pets allowed, definitely understandable. No restrooms. And there's a map at the beginning of the park that shows you the trails and where they are. We took a picture to help us decide the best path to take to enjoy it all.

Very near the Daniel Webster cemetery. I’ll have to comeback and explore! I love places that are no dog places. More wild. I guess the turkeys got the memo 😂. Tons of parking. Nominal fee of $3 for adult nonmembers and $2 for child nonmembers. The tail isn’t paved, but it isn’t rocky. With the right wheels, a wheelchair or stroller could do this trail :-).

We got to see a Great Blue Heron fly down to one of the grassy patches and hunt two mice! The experience was incredible. We approached it as slowly as we could and it did not seem to be bothered by us. The heron was so smooth and deliberate in its movements...here are the photos my husband managed to snap of the experience.

Highly impressed with this place. I really feels like it was made for the animals with humans a guest. Very well done. River Trail was amazing.

One of my favorite hiking spots ever, very well marked with a combination of marshy and woodsy areas. Great for birding, deer scouting and photography

Small parking area can fill up quickly on weekends. Well maintained trails, including boardwalks. Pets not allowed.

One of my all-time favorite breweries. The atmosphere is so chill, the bartenders are cool and down to earth, they have board games, events, a few arcade games, a beer garden in the summer and allow dogs. On top of all that, they always have a good, interesting selection of beers, and wine/seltzer options too.

Atmosphere nice , brew ariste was very nice and accommodating at the counter. I had a sample of fiver (hazy ipa) nice and smooth. Not too hoppy. Very smooth. I also had the rice brew which was nice taste. Tried the stout. To strong for my palate. Good atmosphere…

The Bar Slide is a very nice beer. They have a huge projection screen with the red sox game. The whole experience is dragged down by the deafening live music, barking dogs ,and children running around. Pure chaos.

Excellent beer. Like the laid back atmosphere. Offer sampling flights of 3 beers to get different tastes. Let me take a very small sample before I purchased. Have board games and a fuse ball table. On nice days the big garage is open to let in fresh air. Very friendly staff. Plenty of places to sit down and relax. Will return in the future.

Great place! Loved the relaxed atmosphere and beer selection. Pet and family friendly. A couple of screens to enjoy sports and music videos. Flexibility to bring your own food or buy something nearby. Attention girls: ladies powder room is clean and has a convenient basket packed worh convenient feminine products (deodorant, bobby pins, tampons, mints, hair spray...) I was pleasently surprised!

I had a little family outing with my wife and daughter the Tuesday after Memorial Day, so it wasn't busy at all. This was great for getting our drinks and a cheese pizza from Bardo's pretty quickly. The weather was perfect and we sat outside. Everyone was extremely nice and we will definitely be coming again!

Family bar with an excellent pizza plus food truck. Had a good 2 or 3 hours.

The Museum of Fine Arts Boston is incredible. There’s so much to see, from classic masterpieces to contemporary exhibits, and it’s really easy to spend a full day exploring without feeling overwhelmed. The galleries are well laid out, and the museum does a great job of balancing large, famous pieces with smaller, hidden gems! I love how interactive and engaging some of the exhibits are, and the staff is always friendly and helpful. The museum has a really welcoming atmosphere, and I always leave inspired and wanting to come back. Whether you’re an art lover or just looking for a fun, cultural day out, the MFA is definitely worth visiting!! :)

The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is a breathtaking cultural gem that masterfully combines timeless elegance with bold artistic innovation. As you step through its majestic neoclassical entrance, you’re instantly immersed in a vibrant world where centuries of creativity come to life. Inside, you'll discover an extraordinary array of art, from ancient Egyptian relics and classical European masterpieces to Greek, Roman, and Impressionist works. Don't miss the captivating collection of musical instruments, which adds an enchanting rhythm to the museum's diverse offerings. Overall, if you’re looking for a fabulous activity to do during the off-season, whether you’re a local or a tourist, MFABoston is an excellent choice! You’ll absolutely love it! Best, Srdan Dokovic

A fantastic museum with a great variety of exhibits. We only got to see about 1/3 of the displays, so definitely should’ve left more time. The Americas section had lots of interesting pieces and the Jewish art room was really interesting. We were able to get tickets there with no issues, but you can also reserve them online.

Absolutely amazing museum! Where shall I start?! Egyptian art, European art, Greek and Rome art, impressionist art - blew my mind, amazing collections! Musical instruments collection - mesmerizing! And the best part they open till 10pm on Thursday and Friday. I really appreciated that!

So nice, we went twice! But actually we had a morning planned to see the exhibits and loved what we saw , but had only seen a fraction after a few hours. We went the next day when they have $5 late night tickets to see some more. There's still so much to see and it's all so interesting. The cafe was good for a lunch. The staff were all super friendly. Set aside at least a day to visit if you want to see the highlights of all the exhibits.

Extremely popular attraction for tourists and locals. Not too crowded but full and friendly. I would like to return on a quieter day. I loved the museum design and height of exhibit halls. The Japanese art collection is the most impressive in the world.

Definitely worth a visit. I would highly recommend doing an hour long tour which runs throughout the day and it’s included with your admission ticket. The museum is nicely laid out in an organized fashion. There are several dining options. I was happy that there is a casual cafeteria with very reasonable priced foods. The museumwas easily accessible by train, which dropped me off right in front of the museum.

This is the best tour I’ve been on in a long time! The street and local atmosphere is something out of a movie, and the tour is very affordable and informative. The guide was fantastic, telling fun stories of his life in Boston and his 10 years working at the field. We saw everything from the original seats to the press box, the green monster, and the special VIP museum that holds World Series balls, bats, uniforms and memorabilia from over the decades. I would recommend this tour to anyone I know, especially baseball lovers. So worth the time and money!

Thanks to Kevin and Zach (apologise if I spelled them wrong) The tour was amazing! They provided clear and touchable introduction about Fenway Park, the immortal and irreplaceable history of Boston Red Sox, including each detail on and off the court, and what did here happened somethings that were truly iconic, and more little adorable sides of the park, such as Fenway Farm! I was impressed by every step I took without a doubt! It was worthy to take a tour here although there's no baseball matches now. Glad to be here to calmly know everything about Fenway!

We took a guided tour of the Fenway stadium. Booked just about 45mins before the tour from the kiosk at the Gate D entrance on the Jersey street. Great experience. The tour guide, Abby (if I remember correctly), was great - very informed as well as great style of presenting facts. With very long history and so many interesting things happened with the Red Sox, the tour was definitely worth it. We don’t watch baseball and have only elementary knowledge of rules but it was still very much easy to understand. Definitely to be done if you’re in Boston.

This was my first time visiting Fenway Park, and even though my team wasn’t playing, I knew I couldn’t come to Boston without checking it out. I’m so glad I did, the energy inside the stadium was incredible! From the moment I walked in, I felt the history and passion that make Fenway such a special place for baseball fans. The crowd was electric, and what really stood out was the sense of community. The entire stadium came together, singing songs, cheering, and living and breathing every moment of the game. I felt completely swept up in the excitement. We just so happened to be there for the game the Red Sox clinched their spot in the playoffs with a walk-off win! The stadium absolutely erupted. I’ve never felt that kind of excitement at a ball game before. You didn’t have to be a Red Sox fan to appreciate the moment. Being there for that walk-off and watching the team celebrate was something I’ll never forget. Fenway isn’t just a place to watch baseball it’s a place to feel it. The atmosphere, the history, the energy it all makes for an incredible experience.

A great stadium for baseball games and concerts! Went to see a concert here the other night and had a great time. Security getting in was easy and signage to find our seats was pretty straightforward. There were a good number of concession stands and bathrooms. For a concert it wasn’t the best sound quality ever, but it was good. It’s a great venue, we’ll definitely be back!

Baseball fan or not, you’ll be a fan of Fenway. Yah, we watched the game (they lost) but we also walked to see all…the…things. Old ticket booths turned into exhibits, Green Monster seats, legendary vibes everywhere. Everyone does the 7th inning stretch, but the fans elevated the experience with the 8th inning…Thanks for a great night, Boston

decided to take the tour of Fenway Park, and our guide Joe was extremely knowledgeable.Not only about the stadium and the players, but baseball in general. We went into the press box, up to seats on top of the Green Monster, viewed the garden and the Red Seat!! Great tour, great information 👍

Such a beautiful and peaceful spot! I could have stayed all day, especially with the perfect fall weather. I captured some amazing Boston shots during my mini photoshoot. While there were plenty of people and lots of photo-taking happening, there were also plenty of quiet corners to escape the crowds. Truly loved my time here!

The Boston Public Garden is a must-see! It's a gorgeous escape right in the middle of the city, and a perfect spot to relax and get away from all the noise. The trees are stunning, especially in the fall when the colors are just magical. I love watching the squirrels play and taking a stroll along the paved pathways. The famous Swan Boats on the lagoon are a charming sight, and the park is great for all ages. It's completely free to enter, open from dawn to dusk, and super easy to get to with the Arlington and Boylston T stops nearby. Don't forget to say hi to the "Make Way for Ducklings" statue! It's a beautiful, peaceful place that's perfect for a walk, a date, or just unwinding.

Boston Public Garden is a beautiful city park that delights with its natural beauty. An oasis of greenery in the heart of the city, it is perfect for strolling, relaxing, and enjoying the peace and splendor of nature. Its elegance and romantic atmosphere make it one of the most special and beautiful places in Boston.

We love this place! It’s serene and peaceful. This time around, we rode on the Swan Boat which was so nice since the last time we were here was in the Fall and the lake was empty. So glad we were able to check it out in the Summer. Be aware if it’s hot outside, the Swan boat is open so you are exposed to the sun and the elements, but you get a nice breeze from the water.

Loved visiting the public garden. It was so beautiful when we visited. Each tree has a history behind it and a plaque attached telling you where it’s originally from. Lots of space and great for families

Boston Public Garden, located just steps from Boston Common, is truly one of my favorite places in the city! The meticulously maintained gardens, iconic swan boats gliding across the lagoon, and beautiful walking paths create a serene urban oasis—perfect for a quiet stroll or a relaxing afternoon. The floral displays are gorgeously seasonal, and everywhere you look there’s charm: historic statues, shaded benches, and picturesque bridges. The lagoon view, especially at sunset, is postcard-worthy. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this spot is a peaceful escape in the heart of downtown Boston. Highly recommended for a peaceful retreat amid beautiful greenery—can't beat this gem near Boston Common!

A very beautiful garden in a very dirty city. This place was great to visit during my time in Boston, especially since everywhere in this city is filled with trash, more trash than I’ve ever seen in a city and that includes Seattle and New York. This garden was well kept, had so many places to walk and see it was just a great experience, do yourself a favor and check it out!

Huzzah! The Boston Tea Party Museum is a fantastic, interactive experience from start to finish. The 1-hour guided tour was packed with energy and fun—our guide brought history to life in such an engaging way. My 9-year-old was absolutely ready to become a real revolutionary, especially when it came time to toss the tea into the sea. After all the excitement, we enjoyed a delicious cup of tea, which was the perfect ending to the visit. Truly a memorable and educational adventure. Highly recommend!

Celebrate one of the milestones of the American Revolution with a visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. Boston is drenched in colonial tourism, and this attraction was tons of fun. The costumes are all very well made. The staff is so friendly and courteous. The actors embody their characters and put on a great immersive show. You get to see a reenactment of the colonial conspirators and if you’re lucky and brave enough, you’ll get a line or two to speak during the proceedings. Explore the belly of the ships that brought tea to Boston and toss a ceremonial crate of tea over the edge for a great photo op. This is one of those places where you get to learn by accident. You’ll be so immersed and enthralled by what is going on around you that you’ll be pleasantly surprised that you were learning at the same time. There are a few replicas from the early years of the U.S.A. as well as portraits, paintings, and entire rooms that bring you back 250 years. Kids and adults will thoroughly enjoy their time at the ships and museum. Parking isn’t terrible, but definitely plan some time to find a good spot or parking garage. The streets and traffic flow around the museum take some patience. The museum gets a big recommendation as a must-visit.

It was special to know the story through acting and also including the visitors into the characters. It was impressing to walk step by step from the beginning of the incident, to the ship and pour out the tea, and saw the exhibits and documentary to feel emotionally. It was worthwhile to not only experience the history, but also absorb how the past has brought to the present. Sending pics to staffs who act professionally! Thank you very much!

An awesome experience. Actors acted out events and taught real USA history. The ship was small and gave a very good idea of the conditions these men worked in. The gift shop was fabulous. The best deal was Abigail’s, on the premises. For ~$5, you get unlimited cups (in cafe only) of each of the 5 types of tea that were thrown overboard

A Phenomenal Trip Back in Time: History Made Real! If you are looking for an immersive historical experience in Boston, visiting the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is an absolute must-do, especially with family. What truly elevates this attraction above a typical museum visit is the fantastically talented cast of historical interpreters. From the moment we stepped aboard, we were completely transported back to 1773. The performers didn't just read lines; they embodied the colonists, infusing the drama leading up to the act of rebellion with passion, energy, and wit. The experience felt authentic, lively, and truly immersive. They seamlessly guided us through the process—from the initial town meeting to finally tossing the tea overboard—making us feel like active participants in a pivotal moment of history.

What an amazing experience, from start to finish! Engaging, fun and a lot of learning! The actors/ characters really made the entire experience fun! Great job! Great for all ages, even my teen who doesn’t care for history enjoyed it. We will do it again when we return to Boston! Highly recommend!

It was an experience, one that was touching, educational and thought provoking. I loved the tour on the ship and the ability to throw the tea overboard, but my favorite is probably the museum with the talking portraits and theater elements. I found it to be creative and touching. The bottomless tea which you can purchase at the café was a nice touch after the tour. All in all, a great piece of history to take with you while visiting Boston.

This is such a beautiful and special spot in the city! No matter the season, it’s always such a nice place to walk around, sit with a coffee, people watch, or just take in the scenery. It’s got so much history, but it also feels very alive and welcoming. I love how it’s right in the middle of everything, you can wander through and end up in so many different parts of Boston!

It's is a big park with a very popular arm crossing sculpture at one end of the park. There is also a welcome center where you can find a lot of merchandise. And also there are restaurants fast food around the park. In the park you can see many people sitting there with their children and a lot of people. They are many people listening to the guides introduction of the history of Boston. There are a lot of ducks and squirrels. The squirrels here are not afraid of people. If you have food they will just approach you. This is surprising to me because I see a lot of other places whereas borrows won't just run away when people walk by. And many pigeons are in the park. Maybe because of the weather of Boston you can see red leaves. They're beautiful and a little pond in the center of the park. There is no parking so you better walk there but the transportation is very convenient.

It was a lovely visit to be able to drink a cup of hot coffee and stroll through Boston Commons in the nice crisp weather. There is so much history to take in. While the red bricks are there to guide you through the Freedom Trail, it is nicer in my opinion to book a tour. Not only does it cut down the amount of steps, it also adds so much more to the learning of all the historical facts- which made learning fun, interactive and brought it to life!

Absolutely beautiful park! Every time I've visited there is some kind of event going on. People relaxing, walking their dogs, people gathered at the visitor center ready to go on a Freedom Trail walking tour... A wonderful park surrounded by so much history and every day life alike. Check it out if you're ever in Boston. 🙂

What a beautiful big park with such a nice community & atmosphere! Super clean, has the most fat squirrels and lovely fall colors! It’s actually big, has everything you’d want in a park! Safe, no homeless lol.

A place to immerse yourself in the nature to find your true self. Boston Commons is the place which let you have the thrills of Military 🪖🎖️ artillery showcases, thousands of flags for memorial Day celebration, Japanese cultural festival, Boston Pride Day celebration and more and the chirping of birds, sprints of squirrels and quacks of the 🦆 all at once. To me this place has been my go-to destination every weekend to channelize my emotions and get back with more energy. Kudos to everyone making this place magical.

This was our first time and day at Boston Common. We were unaware of the No Kings event scheduled at the park for the day. We found the tourist center and bought 2 passes for the city view trolley 🚎 and quickly moved on to other parts of the city. Hopefully our next visit will be less crowded.

Pretty fountain located close to the start pot the freedom trail.

A great place to sit and enjoy music, and the setting. The tables are a little old and dirty, but the chairs and benches are fine. The fountain is beautiful and this is where I like to bring a lunch and sit.

If you hit the Common via Tremont St, this fountain is way to the left. It's hard to miss. Just follow the tall spire of the imposing 19th century church. Once here, enjoy the coppery hues of this fantastic fountain with it's sculptures. Plenty of food carts around. Many restaurants as well. Good to munch on a snack and enjoy views of the golden-domed state house!

Brewer Fountain is a 1868 bronze sculpture by Michel Joseph Napoléon Liénard. It stands near the corner of Park and Tremont Streets in Boston, Massachusetts, by Park Street Station The 22-foot-tall (6.7 m), 15,000-pound (6,800 kg) bronze fountain, cast in Paris, was a gift to the city by Gardner Brewer. It began to function for the first time on June 3, 1868. It is one of several casts of the original, featured at the 1855 Paris World Fair, designed by French artist Michel Joseph Napoléon Liénard;[1] other copies with minor variations can be found across the world, including the Steble Fountain in Liverpool or the Tourny Fountain in Québec. At least sixteen other copies exist, including one on Av. Cordoba y Cerrito in Buenos Aires and in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil.[2][3] The fountain is decorated with the figures of Neptune, Amphitrite (Neptune's wife), and Acis and Galatea, a couple from Greek mythology.[4] It fell into disrepair and finally stopped functioning entirely in 2003. A major repair project began in 2009.[5] After a year-long $640,000 off-site restoration led by sculpture conservator Joshua Craine of Daedalus Inc., it was re-dedicated on May 26, 2010.[6]

One of the nice spots on the Historic trail. I recommend the historic trail for visitors. It is a very convenient way of walking the downtown Boston.

If you sit on the grass right over the red line, you an feel the subway rumble beneath you as it goes by!!

Beautiful fountain with benches, tables and umbrellas olus a great view of the State House.

This place is amazing! Took an Uber from a cruise port as its less than 10 minutes away. Spent a good 2 hours walking through the 4 floors of exhibits ranging from seals, stingrays, clown fish, sharks, turtles, jelly fish and an anaconda. Extremely clean. We are from out of town but brought an annual membership. Well worth it even if you go just once. Trying to go again soon!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Magical Day at the New England Aquarium! I absolutely loved my visit to the Boston Aquarium! From the moment I walked in, I was surrounded by incredible marine life and beautifully designed exhibits that made me feel like I was stepping into an underwater world. The highlight of my day was definitely the sea turtle — such a magnificent and graceful creature. Watching it glide effortlessly through the water was truly mesmerizing and peaceful. Another favorite was the seahorse exhibit. I could have stood there for hours watching those delicate, whimsical creatures sway and twist around the coral. They’re so tiny, yet so full of personality! The entire aquarium is thoughtfully laid out, making it easy to explore while learning so much about ocean conservation and the importance of protecting marine habitats. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the animals they care for. I also appreciated how clean and well-maintained everything was, from the tanks to the viewing areas. Whether you’re visiting Boston for the first time or you’re a local looking for something special, the New England Aquarium is a must-see destination. I can’t wait to go back again soon!

So I will preface this review by saying I have been to over a hundred zoos and awuariums over the last 6 years. This aquarium is pretty decent. A good variety of different fish, and overall they do have as good a layout as they can with the space they have. Pros: Variety Bright colored exhibits Good signage about animals Cons: Price for size Very tight space inside Bad signage on where to go next Again, I liked this aquarium, but for $40+ bucks I would like to have not been shoulder to shoulder with everyone else there. I also feel like the "Sharks" exhibit is a joke, and some of the exhibits talk big, but then fail to deliver.

This aquarium was really awesome. The turtle was super active and we happened to come during feeding time. The octopus was also active during our visit. But arguably one of the coolest things was the shark eggs that were back lit. You can see the embryo moving within the egg. Overall it was a great aquarium experience and I would recommend.

My fiance and I LOVED the New England Aquarium!! No kids yet, but cannot wait to bring the little one here soon! Such an amazing layout and awesome exhibits. The stingrays are so cute and friendly, the penguins, seals, and sea lions were sooooo much fun to sit and watch. It was a little crowded but not too bad for a saturday! We will definitely be back!!

For the $40 for the amount of space for museum, probably not worth it. We had tickets from corporate otherwise I would have been disappointed with price for place. The shark exhibit…. Is it really one? Not much. Was able to catch the feedings for sea lions and penguins so that was good. More could be made into something or have more interactive things. The explore spot for little ones had barely anything there for kids to play with. But it gave us a good spot to sit and have a snack

No matter the age anyone can enjoy this place! I Spent Colombus day here with my hunny and out 17 year old daughter. We were there about a hour and a half. A lot of people but not uncomfortable. There’s a lot of variety with fishes and diff kind of frogs,sharks, turtles ect. We even got to see staff going into one of the big tanks and feed some of the animals. My family had a great time and all the staff were friendly. Always love coming here☺️

A great place to go for lunch as a tourist in Boston! So much choice of food. Enjoyed some American Mac and Cheese! The small portion is ginormous . So delicious! Will definitely return when next in Boston. Public toilets available here too!

It's very close to downtown Boston. There are many vendors selling foods, snacks, souvenirs and also many shops with a good collection of apparel. I like the place because it's very walkable and there are artists and also street performances like you can enjoy. You can walk in the building of the market. There are three separate buildings. Each of them features different set of merchandise goods. There are children's play area inside and outside the building. Pets are welcomed.

This was on all of the Google searches for being a must see in Boston. There were so many food vendors and the building was historic and beautiful. There were areas to eat although it was pretty crowded. It was fun to look at all the different types of food available.

I went when it was a quiet Friday evening and there wasn't much going on. The stores were warm and offered souvenirs and trinkets. The history on the wall though was fascinating. Restrooms were clean and located down the steps. There are outdoor seating benches and tables and is located next to the Samuel Adam's Tap Room. Just a couple hundred feet away is the Boston sign. So, all in all, well worth the trip! Saturday the place was swarming with people, music blasting and some break dancing was going on as others walked around and shopped.

This place is an indoor and outdoor establishment. Full of wonderful places to eat from all over the world. Little shops from Christmas, sports, home goods, and many more. Great atmosphere and architecture.

Very good selection of food. Clean place. Pretty crowded since is in the touristy area. My son had a meatball sandwich, my husband and I had pasta. Everything was tasty.

Amazing place to visit when in Boston. This was the staple of our trip, so much to see a s do. Very close, walking distance to many stops on the FREEDOM TRAIL. must stop!

While visiting Salem, we stopped by this historic graveyard. It was crowded, so we didn’t get to look at a lot of specific graves, but it’s definitely a must visit. We would definitely take a tour to learn more about this historic place.

This is a tiny, historic cemetery in Salem, Mass. There is a small welcome center and gift shop, a memorial to those hanged during the Salem Witch Trials in the late 1690's, and a nice path to walk through. Its interesting, and historic, and worth seeing. But its a cemetery, so don't get your hopes up too high.

Free to enter - opens sometime after 10am on a Tuesday in June. We arrived around 9:30 and this was our first stop after parking and the visitor center. At that time, the gates were still locked, but we could see a lot from the memorial. We came back in the afternoon and it was all unlocked and we got to walk around inside the cemetery. Lots of very old graves and interesting style of the tomb stones. Definitely stop here if you’re visiting Salem, just make sure you don’t come too early or you’ll miss actually getting to go into the cemetery.

Amazing historic cemetery!!! Great place to walk around, you have to stay on the paths in order to help the preservation efforts but you can still see a lot of the old stones.

Really liked this experience, it was kind of moving to see people that were founders of our country and here they are in real life I'll be at deceased but still very much a part of living history. Also don't forget to pay a respects to the which memorial next door very awesome

So when I got there there was a lady standing at the gate and you have to scan a ticket to make reservations it is free to walk through the cemetery. So once you go when it will take you around a loop the cemetery is very old dating back to the 1600s and it's very cool you are not able to walk on the grass and must stay on the path. I love checking cemeteries out and I thought this one was pretty cool and old-looking. I would definitely recommend checking this place out if you are into history and old cemeteries like I am.

This is a beautifully preserved cemetery. It shows an interesting part of history. We spoke to a staff member but I didn't get their name. They were incredibly knowledgeable about the cemetery as well as Salem in general.

Such an icon to visit! This was the first time I had gone into the little gift shop around back, haven't walked through the museum though. Some neat items for purchase but the real attraction is the house itshelf! So much history and such a beautiful sight!

“The Witch House is famous because it is the only surviving building in Salem with direct ties to the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, as it was the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin. Corwin was a magistrate who presided over many of the pre-trial examinations for the accused, making his home a significant historical landmark and a popular destination for those interested in Salem's history. The house is now a museum open to the public. “ I went during October on a Monday and it was pretty easy to get around and take pictures of. I did not go inside. “Captain Nathaniel Davenport originally owned the land where the Witch House at 310 Essex Street now resides.While Davenport started construction of the house, it was left unfinished when Jonathan Corwin bought it in 1675.”

Amazing! Don’t just walk though, talk to the historians there to learn about the house! I could have spent all day with these ladies. I learned so much about the time period, construction, etc. so many people will just walk through. Stop and pause and it’s amazing! Also the proceeds from this experience pay for many of the other Salem historical sites. Definitely worthy, talk to the guides!

We went through this. Another pick I am happy to have done. Neat to see what "rich" looked like back then. Lots of history. Lots of reading!! Take your time through it but it's only so big. 20-30 minutes should be enough to read it all and experience it. You can take pictures.

I'm not sure if you should, or could, but tickets in advance because we didn't have to. We walked right in, paid and went straight into the exhibit. It's fascinating that this house still stands. They did say all the items, and furniture, etc were not used by the family. Those items are part of another exhibit at another museum. It's pretty rad to step into a piece of history like that and I highly recommend you visit. It wasn't crowded but the exhibit space is small and I could see it getting crowded.

The Witch House of Salem is a fascinating place to visit and a must-see for anyone interested in the history of the witch trials. The house itself is beautifully preserved, and walking through the rooms gives you an authentic glimpse into 17th-century life. The exhibits are informative, and the staff is knowledgeable, making the experience both educational and engaging. It’s a quick stop, but a memorable one—rich with history and atmosphere. I recommend for anyone exploring Salem!

We have "visited" the Witch House twice now. The first time? It was completely closed to our knowledge. The 2nd, and most recent time, it was open and doing tours, but as it is NOT ACCESSIBLE for those in wheelchairs, I was not able to partake, so please keep that in mind. It is a beautiful, historically rich house, that you can at least pose in front of and/or take pictures of, and if you are doing the History-Walking Tour of Salem or you are just a history nerd like myself, it is worth the visit. I have heard the inside is super neat to see and worth the ticket purchase at least once in your life. Hopefully the 3rd time we visit I'll finally be able to see the inside. There is no parking lot, so find a public parking lot and pay to park, or if you are staying in Salem, take the walk down to the site.

When I was going there I knew it was going to be more of an attraction than coming to see a part of American history. This place is very special and I hope it is honored. As I did wander through the streets My eyes weren't focused on the books as much as the architecture around there I must say it was beautiful. Well I'm really grateful for is that you do see the respect from a lot of people not touching the offerings. I was so excited to go there and I'll be frankly honest with you it lived up to it the whole town everything. What I think would be peaceful is a 5:00 a.m. cup of coffee walk no people no stores just the history the architecture the pride in a build in a fear of injustice.

Its very humbling to have people not forgotten. The memorial is definatly being honored and the names kept alive of those that were mistakenly accused and lost their lives. The fact thousands of people visit and take their time to view each name and some even dropping flowers in their memory really does feel as if they wont ever be forgotten. The graveyard also very full with visitors look & talking about those who are no longer with us and there is just a buzz in the air for those that could have been forgotten being remembered.

Wonderful place to come. It’s a free tour but you’ve got to get your pass online. So much history in one area.

A beautiful and powerful place of reflection. The Witch Trial Memorial is simple yet incredibly moving — a quiet space that honors the innocent lives lost during the 1692 witch trials. The stone benches engraved with each victim’s name create such a heavy emotional impact, especially when you realize how close it is to the Old Burying Point Cemetery. It’s not flashy or touristy, and that’s what makes it so meaningful. The atmosphere is peaceful and somber, and it really encourages you to pause and reflect on what happened here centuries ago. If you’re visiting Salem, make sure to stop by. It’s a short visit, but one that stays with you long after you leave. A beautiful and respectful tribute — five stars.

Probably one of my favorite experiences of this whole trip. It was really sobering to be in the spot of remembrance for these people who were killed because of hysteria and groupthink and intolerance. Brought pennies all the way from Seattle to leave one of each of their markers It was amazing to see others then felt the same way that I did. It was beautiful and moving

Interesting stop along your journey through Salem These are just a few of the the benches dedicated to the people persecuted for being a witch Most were hung and one crushed to death from "spectral evidence" Let me help in case you've never heard of such a thing like I hadn't Google says, Spectral evidence is testimony based on dreams, visions, or apparitions, where a witness claims the spirit or "specter" of an accused person appeared to them and caused harm, even when the accused was physically elsewhere. It was notably accepted during the Salem Witch Trials in the late 17th century, reflecting the Puritan belief that malevolent spirits could project themselves to torment others, but it was later condemned as unreliable and dangerous. What it entails: Apparitions: Accusers reported seeing the specter of a witch, sometimes in human or animal form, that would pinch, bite, or choke them. Dreams and Visions: The evidence often came from victims experiencing visions or dreams where the spirit of the accused person tormented them. Spiritual Projection: The underlying belief was that witches, through a pact with the Devil, could project their spirit to harm others from a distance, while their physical body remained in a different location

Lots of walking. Great history. Nice quaint town. Some shops and eatery are expensive I have no complaints.

She was really friendly at first and gave us free drinks. But then one of our friends got really drunk and said something that offended her - and with one twitch of her nose she turned him into a fly. We still haven't found him. Beware! (And please don't swat any flies you see near this place!)

Wasn't too crowded when we visited but I can image it being quite a wait as the statue and grounds area is not too big! Very neat experience! Prime location for shopping!

Breakfast with a view Salem is always a good time. So many things to see and do. Very affordable, (unless you're staying in October) for families. Please, for the love of God, control your children when you enter these shops. Items are not cheap, some priceless. I did see too much of mockery. You don't like the lifestyle, fine. No need for unessesary comments just because you dont understand. Ask questions instead, the owners love to educate. But these kids and their moms were ruthless and so damn rude. Favorite shops personally are the Tibetan shop(so many religious and spiritual pieces not from here, right up my alley and the owners are so sweet. )and the shop with the viking ship replica out front. Both on the main strip. There are other hidden gems around town. I try to stay away from the more "commercialized" places. Not my vibe, I can make my own shirt and print something on it for less. I look for personal pieces, whether jewelry, one of a kind clothing etc. You go when the market is set up, there's so many fantastic local artists and their things don't say Made in China on it. Those are the gems of the city. Pirate museum smells horrid, like the wax museum did. Still enjoyed it when the kiddos were small though. Loved the Horror Movie museum. So many cool pieces, I wish it was bigger. Hope this was helpful. Just my opinions of course, so take it for what you will.

Statue was very cool. Weekends do make crowds. Labor day weekend marks the increase in crowds beware of crowds and traffic.

Cool statue, can be difficult get a pic during busy times and it’s close to the walking path which makes it more challenging

This is also a Trolley stop and often has long lines to take a selfie with. Can also stand on corner and snap a pic. Earlier the better.

Cool sculpture to pay tribute to a fun old show about a witch. The crowd seem to love it and if you want a picture with it prepare to wait or go off season.

(Visited on 09/13/2025) A visit to the museum was the first thing I had in mind when we planned our trip to Salem. They showcased actual artifacts from the trials and gave detailed stories and backgrounds to the people affected. I also appreciated the timeline of events post Salem Witch Trials.. Also to note, the Yin Yu Tang house was such a marvel! It transports you to another place and time and gives you an insight of generational living of another culture. Kudos to the museum staff! I recommend to order your tickets online prior to visiting, going as soon as it opens, and possibly dedicating most of your day here. We parked at the Witch City Mall parking garage (~$11/day) and parked on the top floor. More spots available and you get a unique view of Salem.

SO MUCH to see! It says minimum of 2 hours but allow yourself most of the day. We didn't see it all and we were there for over 4 hours. LOTS of history and tons of interactive stuff for little ones, too! You can buy your tickets in advance for any day and they are good for anytime you want to go that day. Start early to see it all.

Easily spend a full day here. Surprising East Asian and asian art collection as well as other exhibits I didn't expect, like contemporary south Asian art. I ignorantly came expecting that the museum would be mainly about the Salem Witch Trials, which are covered with humanizing care, introspection and reflection on justice. But I came away learning a lot more about Salem, it's fascinating history and connection to the global world trade and the cultures shared through artifacts and art represented in the exhibits. There are other children friendly exhibits about the boreal Forrest and overall the exhibits are not text heavy and often contain interactive and or video media throughout.

We came to Salem for Halloween, but the crowds drove us into the museum. If it weren't for the parking situation we could've spent a few more hours here. OMG! What a class museum! The indeginous section was amazing as well as the South Asian Contemporary collection! (You don't see that much in the States) Definitely on the list of places to revisit!

The Peabody Essex is one of my favorite spots in Salem for lunch - the peppers are absolutely scrumptious… Is what I would say if the PEM was a restaurant and not a world-class museum!! I’ve visited 2-3 times and each time I learn or discover something new, even from the permanent collections. All the art and historical artifacts are displayed and described with respect and expertise. The Yin Yu Tang House is especially interesting and impressive to learn how they shipped it to MA in parts and assembled it here (and also where you can find the dried peppers :D). I also really enjoy the interactive natural history sections of the museum; on my last visit, they had a room with different caterpillars!! The PEM is a must-visit for any trip to Salem.

This is a must see museum if you are visiting Massachusetts. The art and artifacts are well presented and quite varied. The museum is immaculate, and well run. There is a public parking garage nearby, with economical rates.

This was an absolutely beautiful museum. We could feel ourselves traveling through time with different artwork from different periods. There also felt like there was quite a bit of representation between old and new as well as art from around the world. I definitely loved the art books that you could contribute to as well. It felt like we were a part of the art and really able to experience and learn up close. The museum was very clean and spacious as well. The greeter were very polite and warm and welcoming. They were also very knowledgeable. The little gift shops were also quite pleasant and adorable.

Never read the book, but looked interesting, my wife had and wanted to go. The tie guide was very knowledgeable in the story, the home, architecture, hawthorne and his lineage and she made the tour very enjoyable. The grounds are beautiful and also very interesting. One great thing i never knew was the effort to help people gain legal citizenship through classes which also help teach English. Really great to know money from my tour goes to this. A wonderful cause.

The House of the Seven Gables is one of Salem’s crown jewels - part museum, part literary landmark, part seaside retreat. It’s always busy, especially during peak Halloween season, so it’s best to reserve tickets in advance if you want to tour the interior. Even if tours are sold out, don’t skip it: the reduced-fare grounds ticket (around $15) is still a great value. It grants access to the scenic property, the gift shop, the restrooms, the Hawthorne birth home, and some of the outlying buildings, plus the stunning waterfront area. Between the historic architecture, the sea breeze, and the view of the harbor, it’s a peaceful escape from downtown’s chaos. The guided tour of the main Gables house is a highlight as it’s informative without being dry, blending stories of the real Turner family with Hawthorne’s inspiration for his classic novel. Walking through the low-ceilinged rooms, antique furnishings, and especially climbing the narrow hidden staircase tucked inside the walls is a thrill for any history or literature lover. The guides do an excellent job of capturing both the historical and literary importance of the site while keeping things engaging for visitors of all ages. The self-guided Hawthorne birth home, meanwhile, is smaller but equally fascinating, displaying authentic period furniture and personal items tied to Hawthorne’s family. The grounds themselves are worth lingering in. Between the gardens, cobblestone paths, and panoramic views of the waterfront, there’s no shortage of photo opportunities or places to simply sit and take in the atmosphere. On warm days, the wind coming off the water makes it a perfect spot to cool down and relax before heading back toward the bustle of Essex Street. The gift shop deserves its own mention too, stocked with locally inspired books, literary souvenirs, and even games that tie into Salem’s history. Whether you’re there for Hawthorne, colonial history, or just the coastal New England charm, the House of the Seven Gables absolutely lives up to its legend.

We went in September and the gardens were in bloom and it was not crowded. Our guide made our experience very enjoyable. The gift shop has item such as tee shirts saying I survived the secret staircase. For seniors admission five dollars less. I am not sure but the proceeds go towards the economy of the town of Salem. There is a lot of walking to be done but there are benches in places. There are great views of the water to.

This was a treat for me being that I read the book. Its a very neat tour and a very cool house and the grounds are SPECTACULAR. It has very little to do with the Salem Witches though. If you like old buildings and historical feeling things, this may be worth it for you. If you skip the house tour your won't be missing anything truly relevant to the trials or Halloween. I do recommend the grounds tour though. Especially if you love a majestic view. The pictures I took do not do it justice. Also, no ghosts were felt or spotted during the tour.

Purchase tickets in advance!! There are a lot of stairs with some being very narrow. Low ceilings as well just FYI. Definitely worth it though. Amazing experience! It was wonderful tour full of information an surprises! Parking is included with your tour ticket. You can park about 20 mins prior to your tour time and stay for 1 hour after your tour ends.

It was a great experience and our tour guild was informative and funny. My only issue is they gave you a map of the grounds but not the inside of the house so i felt a little lost in the house. But overall a good visit.

Cool tour. If you are into early American history, or literature you'll love this tour. This is a house built in the early 1600's and has survived and been restored over the years. A relative of the author, Nathaniel Hawthorne, was a famous American author and visiting this house and listening to his aunt tell him stories of growing up in this house inspired him to write the House of the Seven Gables novel. Has rooms restored to the time period, and original antique furniture and home pieces. The coolest part is a secret stairway that goes behind the fireplace up to the attic. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable.

Honestly disappointed. My family is glad we went for the experience. But truthfully we were really let down. The recorded narration on the presentation contains inaccurate info that a simple Google search would prove to be wrong. Sorry, but getting an entire person’s (Tituba) race, culture, beliefs, and personal history WRONG just to sell the narrative is inexcusable. Very disappointed in that. And the items that were on display in the “museum” were also a let down and had very little/nothing to do with the actual witch trials at all. We saw a much better exhibit at the Peabody Essex Museum, that included copies of documents and letters as well as items owned by the victims. Overall, I would never go and pay the $54 to do this again, and honestly disappointed we spent THAT much for our visit, I fully advise anyone visiting in the future to keep all these things in mind. Because after our visit, we fully understand why they don’t allow filming inside. They definitely don’t want anyone to see how underwhelming it is before going and lose their business. 🥴

The first part of the museum was a bit campy and felt somewhat dated. It wasn't terrible and I learned a good bit from it. The second section of the museum was nice and informative. Make sure to get there before your call time because even during the weekday it was very busy. During the month of October they open the tickets 12 hrs before so you have to be strategic to get the slot you want.

We visited Salem two days before Halloween, so the whole town was super fun and festive, even though the weather wasn’t great. We came across the Salem Witch Museum 1692 and decided to give it a try. It was very busy, with lines to get in, but everything was organized well. You scan a QR code on a sign to buy your tickets, and then line up about 30 minutes before your time slot. Once inside, you enter an auditorium with benches along the wall and small tufted circle seats in the middle. The show begins with the story of the Salem witch trials, told through mannequins positioned around the room, paired with lighting effects and narration. It was dramatized in an interesting way — not quite what I expected, but well done. Afterward, you move into a second exhibit area where a staff member shares more background about witches, the trials, and related cultural and historical facts. The entire experience lasted about 45 minutes. Overall, I think the experience was priced fairly. I wouldn’t have paid much more, but it was worth it to get a better understanding of the history — especially while visiting Salem during Halloween season.

I loved the experience but wish it wasn't so structured toward the end. The narrated story was very educational and unique compared to other self guided museums but once you get past that, you get ushered into a smaller room, given a ton of information really fast, and then are expected to head out without being given enough room or space to really observe or read all the displays. I would still recommend going at least once because it's one of those things you just have to do at least once. But I won't go out of my way to go back unless I have a very good reason.

The Salem Witch Museum is definitely one of the most talked-about attractions in Salem, but it’s important to know what to expect before you go. This is not a walk-through museum filled with exhibits — instead, it’s a guided, staged presentation led by museum employees. The experience begins with a dramatized performance recounting the events of the 1692 Salem witch trials, using lighting, narration, and life-sized figures to tell the story. It’s informative and gives a good overview of the history, but the entire presentation takes less than an hour, so it’s a relatively short visit. Afterward, there’s a small second section with some additional information and, of course, a gift shop at the end. I’d recommend buying tickets in advance, as the museum can get crowded and time slots often fill up quickly — especially during October or weekends. Overall, the Salem Witch Museum offers an interesting, theatrical look at a dark chapter in history, but it’s more of a performance than a traditional museum. While I appreciated the storytelling aspect, I found it to be a bit overhyped given how brief the experience is. Still, it’s worth a stop if you’re already exploring Salem and want a quick introduction to the witch trials.

It was fine. I heard some not so great reviews so I just went for the ghosts that allegedly show up in the photos. The ghosts did not show up in mine. It's essentially a retelling of the events of Salem with some staged exhibits or diorama as they are sometimes called, for dramatic affect. Its worth seeing if you have the time and money. But if you're short on one the other or both, you aren't missing anything. Their gift store is however terrific, that I give 5 stars. And Fattys cookies next door are a MUST.

Overall a waste it money. Staff were well organized and very kind. Museum itself is really disappointing. You walk into a room where old dusty and broken wax figures are lit up to a narration of the Witch Trials. Not all of the information was accurate. Then there is a very small museum of a few additional items on display. I was extremely disappointed to not be able to see the stained glass from inside or any of the building details. You’re better off going on a guided tour. We heard the same information on a walking tour and enjoyed that experience a lot more.

Overall very nice day me and my wife ate at the lobster land food was very good service was good too meet the cast wicked tuna

Landmarks we Know. Back to Gloucester exploring the coast and the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway. We visited this memorial in 1979. It is great to be back to remember our fellow sailors. The inscription is from the Bible, specifically Psalm 107:23, 24, which reads: "They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters; These see the works of the LORD, and his wonders in the deep". #abuelosmochileros_landmarks #abuelosmochileros_gloucester #abuelosmochileros_massachusetts

It is wonderful path in the middle of the city. The flowers are just so beautiful and it makes the walk around there worthwhile. You can see also go in the water as there is a mini beach version of it. You can walk to the rocks and enjoy the view of the water. Ample parking available on the street. The most amusing things is that you can see the bridge open for boats to cross which causes traffic but it's nice to watch. Well maintained and definitely worth stopping here for the walk!

This entire Waterfront area is very nice for walking sitting on a bench looking at the ocean and taking advantage of the lobster roll truck. One of the best lobster rolls I've had in a long time in the ladies running it were so pleasant and when I expressed how good the food was they were genuinely appreciative

Beautiful!!! Walking path right by the water. A park is close with rocks to climb for a better view.. Bonus.. They had flowers beds down the strip between the water and road. 💕

Our walk was extremely pleasant and relaxing despite the slow rain. The park and flower beds are gorgeous.

Beautiful historic town! Recommend stopping by.

Great beach! We love coming here for the soft sand and fun waves. During low tide there are tide pools and a river the kids can explore, plus an island you can reach via a sandbar. During high tide there’s still plenty of beach. The parking is great - plentiful and stretches across the whole beach, making it easier to spread out and you never have to walk far.

☀️🌊🏖️🦀🐚 Good Harbor Beach is a great beach with plenty of space for lots of people! We had a great time at Good Harbor Beach and caught lots of ☀️! At low tide you can walk across to the island and maybe find some 🦀 The food stand can be slow to order and receive your food so plan accordingly. My lobster roll and fries took 30 minutes to be ready but that was pretty common for everyone there. Overall we had a great time at Good Harbor and will make this one of our top beaches in the area!

We visited Good Harbor Beach in July and really loved it! We booked our parking spot a few days in advance, so when we arrived, we just had to show our reservation — super easy and convenient. We went early in the morning, which allowed us to park close to the beach entrance. People start arriving around noon, so depending on what time you like to enjoy the beach, parking and getting a good spot can be easier or a bit more challenging later in the day. The beach itself is very beautiful, with calm waters that are perfect for families with kids. We had such a relaxing and fun day, and we’ll definitely be coming back next summer!

Although the parking is limited and prices are salty, after 3-3:30pm the parking is free and there's always spaces to park. Short distance between parking lot and the beach, well maintained bathrooms but not so well maintained showers. Clearly a popular beach, by the crowd today. The water was ice cold in early August on a 80F Sunday. The tide rises suddenly in the afternoon, it's a beautiful scene to admire while sunbathing. Very pleasant beachn!

Good parking, well stocked bathrooms, convenient snack stand, helpful walkway mat in the sand leading from the snack stand to the start of the beach, making getting to the beach earlier for anyone with mobility challenges. The views are beautiful, and the beach is clean. My only complaint was people smoking cigarettes which ruined the enjoyment of the fresh air. Also, Keep an eye on your French fries and snacks for some assertive sea gulls.

First time coming here and it was enjoyable. We got there for 8am so there was plenty of parking, I do think $45 with tax $47 this year for parking for non residents is terrible! I did enjoy the fact that there are little waves here so its not a quiet beach. Walking the beach at low tide in the morning was nice, you can go to the puddles around the rocks to see what's in there and also cross the water to the island and climb it which we did not do. There's bathrooms with changing rooms, a food area, and an area that sells beach accessories. The beach at low tide looks very large but when it starts to come i it does get quite narrow. The seagulls are very vicious come lunch time, I saw a few attack people while eating their food.

Good Harbor Beach is a stunning stretch of beautiful white sand facing the Atlantic Ocean, making it one of Gloucester’s most beloved coastal gems. The beach offers perfect conditions for boogie boarding and surfing, while at low tide, visitors can walk out to Salt Island, and at high tide, enjoy body surfing. The beach is well-equipped with concession stands, restrooms, and showers, plus lifeguards on duty from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. The wide sandy expanse is perfect for long, leisurely strolls by the ocean’s edge, and the views include Salt Island, Thacher Island, and Saratoga Creek.

As an almost lifelong Boston local, I sometimes forget how beautiful New England really is (like I’ll be watching a movie and think “wow- that’s a captivating location. Where did they shoot that?” Only to stop by a place like this spot to be reminded it could have been here.) I was in Rockport for work and had 30 minutes to kill and it was utterly picturesque and serene. The birds were doing their thing acoustically , the sea air was refreshing and the views of what can best be described as something like “ quintessential new english fishing town” were spellbinding. I ended up googling the red building to find out that it was called Motif #1. This little red fishing shack on Bradley Wharf has been called “the most painted building in America,” and once you see it in person, you get why. The way it sits against the harbor, with fishing boats, lobster traps, and the bay sparkling right next to it, feels like stepping into a postcard. Even though the original shack was apparently lost in the Blizzard of ’78, the replica has the same timeless, authentic feel. This was a great reminder of how lucky I am to have this kind of beauty just an hour from Boston. Whether you’re visiting New England for the first time or you’ve lived here forever, Motif #1 is (and arguably most of the Rockport shoreline) is worth the stop—it’s a perfect reminder of everything that makes this area special.

What a great little community I wish I could move here! Beautiful views and the only people that weren't nice where the Karen's walking and thought we were in their way. If you want exercise I get it but I bet all those little shops love tourists

Landmarks we Know. Back to Rockport, Massachusetts. Last time was 1979 after the Blizzard of 1978. Motif Number 1, located on Bradley Wharf in the harbor is a replica of a former fishing shack well-known to students of art and art history as "the most often-painted building in America." The original structure was built in 1884 and destroyed in the Blizzard of 1978, but an exact replica was constructed that same year. Eating lobsters outdoors watching this harbor is great. #PortsWeKnow #LandmarksWeKnow #abuelosmochileros_ports #abuelosmochileros_rockports

Amazing views and stunning scenery all around!!

Nice little harbour, perfect place to walk around and chill.

20250716 wed, a boat blocking the view of Motif #1. Tourists can't take clean photographs or selfies. Today not crowded with some shops closed. another photo around Motif #1 of Rockport MA? but so beautiful there today. stores behind some phots. Wished Google let one caption a photo on a desktop.

Old landmark jmthat stands just as iconic as the 1800s.

Beautiful, historic area with cute shops and restaurants. Several movies were filmed here, including The Proposal, CODA, and Manchester-by-the-Sea.

Must see, view of harbor and lobster boats are pure Maine, lots of interesting shops. Awesome seafood restaurants 😋

Absolutely charming place. The absolutely best clam chowder can be had here at the Roy Moore fish market

Good memories here . Love the drive

A lovely spot to wander. Lots of art galleries in town, with several on bear skin neck. Good coffee, ice cream, cocktails and a couple of restaurants on this section too. 🖌️☕🦞👕🍹👜

A nice place to enjoy the view of Atlantic. Paradise for them who loves shopping and Art. Its a crowded happening place.

Very quaint, cute coastal town! Worth the stop and trip to Bearskin Neck. Of note, most places close pretty early during weekdays. Still, we had a great time!

$25 dollars for each car. Very popular and crowded, but has lots of space and a long strip of sandy beach to accommodate almost everybody.

I love this beach. They've got everything you expect of a privately run operation. The trustees do an excellent job with daily upkeep of the premises. You must order a "day pass" online "The Trustees of Reservations at Crane Beach" website where you can see in and off season rates and availability. Plenty of parking. Changing rooms with bathrooms, no flush composting toilets, and plenty of sinks with always full soap dispensers and multiple hands driers. Changing stalls are convenient so you can easily put on sun tan lotion properly everywhere and change into your swimsuit privately. They also have multiple outdoor shower head wash stations for after your day is done you can get that clammy beachy feel off of your body (would advise to bring some body wash as that helps to have a quick sudsy clean). They have a shop to commemorate your day at the beach with t-shirts, hoodies, and such like. They also have a place to eat if you don't come pre-prepared with food. There are miles of sand dune trails with the trailhead marker in the back right corner (as you come in at your 4 o'clock, roughly) of the main parking lot to access them all. Be prepared and pace yourself as a few miles will feel like more due to the nature of sand, and there are some tough trails that will leave you huffing and puffing if you try to run them for any length of time.

Pretty big beach, shallow beach, calm waters, life guards, need parking pass!

We drove for 3 hours and the manger didn’t allowed us to get in because it was full and no exceptions… this was my first time ever, I wasn’t aware that you need to buy a ticket a head of time… I wish people were nicer at the gate …. however the land around was beautiful such as Caste Hill House Great House… highly recommended it… the workers were much better and friendly…

Huge beach with fine sand. Ample parking available. Water is clear but a bit cold (came in mid June). Great for me but my girlfriend only went in and out. Parking requires prior reservation and is not cheap on weekends ($40) but overall well worth it

It is one of the best beaches in New England. I have come here a few times with my family already, and we always have a great time. The water was a bit chilly today, but the views are picturesque, and the sand is perfect for making sandcastles.

This is one of my favorite beaches! From the scenic drive into the area, you will find a huge parking lot. The parking is by reservation only, so you must plan ahead. There are very clean restrooms, changing areas, and outdoor showers. There is a snack Shack where you can even order ahead to save time. The store offers all the things you may have forgotten like sunscreens, pails and shovels, towels as well as novelty items such as Crane Beach clothing, gear and even lovely created lotions an scents that will remind you of the beach every time you wear them! The walk to the beach is a bit long, but the mats through the dunes make it quite easy to get your carts to the sand. Once you are on the sand, you will feel it it very soft! The lifeguard tower serves as a nice reference point for choosing your spot. There is also an ATV that will shuttle the disabled, limited mobility, and elderly, so an extra 5-Stars for being accessible to everyone! The expansive beach has plenty of room for swimming, boogie boarding, and walking the shore to collect sea treasures. The waves and the shore slope are gentle, so getting in and out of the water is not a chore. Highly recommended and is almost always on the Best Beaches of New England list!

Truly a must see destination in Rockport (paired with the Trustees’ Halibut Point Reservation). Breathtaking views of the ocean and the former quarry is stunning. The trails are great for running (not very long but if you do all the loops you can hit 2.5-3 miles), and are well-maintained and mostly flat.

Nice state park. You will have to pay $5 parking fee. There are portable toilets, also there is a nice visitor center built in the shape of lighthouse, with restrooms, and with picnic tables outside. The park has beautiful zone with flowers and abandoned granite quarry in 1929, filled with rain water. It's depth is 18m. The park is not big, has probably 2 trails, one around the quarry and the second leads to the ocean. You will spend there no more than an hour. We arrived there after 5pm in the mid of September. Not the best time to catch bluish hues of water in the quarry. Try to visit the park earlier during the day.

My mother and I visited this state park on Tuesday, September 30th. Unfortunately, we arrived less than 30 minutes before the sunset that the park was going to be closed. So I was quickly to see the sea and took a couple of pictures. Both the restrooms and the visitor centers are closed. I used the portable restroom next to the parking lot. Inside the toilet was having a big pile of shit but I got to go. It was a shame that I didn’t spend the time to look this park or learn the history about this state park. I would love to go back if I’ll go back to travel east.

Incredible landscapes. Very well maintained. Would highly recommend the walking trail from Halibut point to Cathedral rocks. The public walk ways are a great way to experience the the beauty of this wonderful place.

Beautiful park with nice walking paths that go to the ocean and overlook a quarry. The paths are blazed so you know where to go, and there's good signage, as well as a visitor center, restrooms, and water fountain. Highly recommend!!

I've been to Rockport many times, and I never knew this existed. What a cool place! Halibut Point State Park is an amazing park with tons of cool stuff to explore. In the middle of the park is the Babson Farm Quarry, an old quarry filled with water that is such a sight to see. There are places to view it from and go down to the bottom, but be careful as there are no guard rails to keep you from falling in. Swimming is also not allowed. Walk a little further down the narrow trails, and you'll find the beautiful sea rocks, which are really fun to explore. Beautiful views of the ocean. One of the trails leads up to the unusual summit of the boulder mountain, from which you can see Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and as far as Maine. Parking is $5 for Massachusetts plates and $20 for out of state plates. A must do if you're in Rockport!

Easy trail park with the view of the ocean or the quarry. There is a public bathrooms. Went maintain park. Plenty of parking spaces and it was free. About 10 minutes drive to downtown Rockport.

Great little garden right on the ocean. Can sit and enjoy the blooms or stroll around the different gardens. Very casual. I really liked it. We visited June 1st and there was lots to see but the rose garden had not bloomed yet. We were able to pretty easily navigate our stroller as well which was a plus.

This small but lovely public garden is a delight! Located within sight of the stunning New Hampshire coast, the sea breeze wafts across immaculately trimmed formal beds of glorious roses. The Japanese garden offers quiet and unstructured shade in the center of the garden. Whimsical statuary, the "secret" garden, and a hothouse full of tropical plants never cease to surprise. The staff are helpful and friendly and the gift shop has many nice garden themed things for sale. The dahlia bed is also stunning!

What a wonderful garden to go visit, stroll and relax at! The gardens are well maintained and are handicap accessible. The greenhouse could be a little challenging for a wheelchair ♿ but the plants and flowers 🌹 are worth a visit. The staff were friendly and helpful. My favorite was the Japanese garden with the fish in the pond, not Amy Pond! I recommend a visit. You are so close to the ocean 🌊 that you can finish your tour with a visit to the coast.

Lovely spot with the most amazingly impressive greenhouse - just quite small. It didn't take more than about an hour to go through it all, but we took a walk on the roads by the beach which made it worthwhile. Would recommend a membership if local so can go more often and see in all different stages. Price wise would be very worthwhile for that, especially compared to one-time visit cost.

Been here a few times. Extremely disappointed. Yes, it’s very hot out but you folks need to have gardeners on to water in the heat. Everything was wilting and the soil extremely crumbly and dry. You are not giving enough love to these beautiful gardens. We were in and out in a few minutes. The gal selling us the tickets told us “nobody waters on Sundays.” “The Director comes in on Sunday to say hello but doesn’t water.” “We don’t use irrigation”. Perhaps it would be best to close on days where it’s unattended or put up a sign saying the gardens are struggling. The tickets aren’t cheap. Huge difference between last year and this year. Everything looked dead besides the greenhouse full of old cactuses. No color or vibrancy. Even the potted plants were completely wilted. Very sad to see it neglected.

Beautiful rose garden! They also have a succulent greenhouse, Japanese garden, and gorgeous dahlia area. It's small for the entry fee price, but it is well cared for and loved. Worth the visit!

First time checking this garden out and was very impressed by the layout and the large amount of roses 🌹 will definitely make another trip.

This was an amazing experience. I went on the 23rd of July this year with my brother and his friend. We saw multiple species, including a few fin whales, several humpback whales, a minke whale, a pod of atlantic white-sided dolphins, harbor porpoises, and harbor seals! One of the best moments was when a fin whale calf swam right next to the boat!

He had me about 11 years ago. It was just me and my wife. We had a great time and 11 years later, we brought our son and nephew another great time another great experience. We saw a pot of dolphins. We saw about 6 or 7 whales..

Nice crew and a reasonable sized boat. Our first encounter with a whale was one which had got entangled with a bouy. 5 stars to the crew for gathering as much information about the whale as possible to pass on to a team in New Providence, who will come out to try and set the whale free. That did take quite a while, and from a whale watching perspective it wasn't a great sight We did encounter some other whales but never really got a great view of any. Unfortunately, you're relying on nature so each day is down to luck

This is a great whale watching adventure. We saw 5 different whales and learned about their habitats and their feeding grounds. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and looks out for their customers as well as the whales we've all come to enjoy. I highly recommend this adventure.

The guides were very knowledgeable about the whales and where to find them. We were not disappointed. 6 humpback whales, 2 fin whales and a giant sunfish. It was a thrilling day and you should add this to your plans if you are thinking of it.

Great experience. Some wonderful people walked atound doing education. They pointed out all wildlife and we definitely saw whales. Wonderful , kind crew. Definitely a company I suggest.

Very good experience seeing a decent amount of humpback and fin whales. It was a long boat ride to the place and back but obviously that was expected. The crew was really nice and had a lot of facts to say.

It's such a beautiful ride out. gets a little cold on the way out but the view of the ocean is worth it. you learn a little bit about the islands the history when taking the boat ride, there's tours you can take when visiting and you can also can stay there on the island which I've never done. I really enjoy all of the old buildings and all of the nature surrounding it!🌱🌿

Beautiful

Intense fog, however, a lovely anchorage. Moorings available, I believe.

A 'time out of mind' place to visit. Step back to a different era, leave your worries, stress and concerns on the mainland.

Excellent, caring community. Open to all with loving arms a great place to grow

Amazing

Worth the visit