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!

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.

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.

This venue is beautiful and last night when we went to see Branford Marsalis Quartet, we were at the early show and got to see the backdrop of the ocean and sailboats behind the band and it was beautiful. Usually, we are there at night. The music was awesome. Unfortunately, my only complaint is the show was one hour and 15 minutes. We both said that was the shortest show we’ve ever been to.

Went for a Pink Martini concert. Fantastic music and a joyful band. Venue is relatively small and good for music because if you sit in the side balconies you may be only able to see about 2/3 of the stage without hanging over the railing. Otherwise first floor seats and back balcony are great. Acoustics are excellent. We stayed overnight in a nearby inn so we walked to the concert. Parking is on the street and if you're late you may be in for a bit of a walk. Rockport (and nearby Gloucester) is a great town for tourists, lots of things to see, beaches and places to eat. We will go again if there's something we want to see. Get your tickets early, its a popular place.

This concert hall has an amazing view! Small and cozy auditorium. Sound was really good. We had a great time

Winter for an event with about 150 kids for a high school field trip. The building is beautiful and located right off the water. The staff are extremely nice and accommodating. The theater is gorgeous and well maintained. There is a local crowd that seems to frequent at the theater, which seems so fun to interact with. And everyone really enjoyed the visit. If you're in the area for an event, this is such a beautiful place to see. I would absolutely recommend for a visit.

The Shalin Center is the most beautiful performance space on the East coast. The back of the stage is glass and looks out on Rockport harbor. In the summer, when the sun sets late, you have the view of the harbor behind the musicians. Sunset is around intermission time. The acoustics of the hall are top notch. We've been coming to concerts here since it opened. This years Rockport Chamber Music Festival is particularly fine. Jan 2025: Smetana and Dvorak. Fantastic concert.

Wow, what an amazing venue this place is. I was told that the old building was torn down and that they spent $20 million and 2 years building this all new structure. The quality and craftsmanship really shows through as this new space is gorgeous. If you’re looking for a wedding venue or place to perform in Rockport, this is hard to beat!

Went to see Graham Nash tonight @Shalin Liu Performance Center. Wow! First time attending this spectacular venue. Everyone was fantastic from the ushers to the 3rd Floor observation lounge. Once we took our seats in the balcony, we were mesmerized. The curtain was up so you coukd see the ocean throught the full length “window”. what a setting ! Throw in legendary Rock HOF star- Graham Nash and you have a perfect evening! Do not miss this venue, it’s a must see!

Fun little spot. It is small and one of few sandy beaches in the area so it does get pretty crowded with tourists. The waves were small, but overall the beach was clean and the sand was soft. **THERE ARE PUBLIC RESTROOMS (free)** **THERE IS PARKING ($30), although we walked from Rockport Inn** **THERE ARE BENCHES AND TABLES TO EAT/SIT** Hope this review helps some of you out if you had any questions about this spot.

Came out during the spring and the beach was very nice. It was cool and windy so no one else was there. A nice view of the town at night.

My favorite beach! Rockport and this beach hold a special place in my heart! It reminds me of my parents and my family and special memories all around! From the scenery, shops, history, eatery, to the culture and people! Rockport is simply one of a kind! I feel grateful everytime I visit and leave with my heart full when I leave! Thank you Rockport for bringing my family together! 💜✨️🧿

Small family beach but looks gorgeous on a bright sunny day. Finding parking spot on weekends is a challenge. Rockport is beautiful.

Its ok. Decent sand. Draw back was lots of flys. Small beach, street parking. Close to some art shops. A feet washing station and bathroom. Not bad for free in rockport/Gloucester.

Great spot to enjoy the view

Quaint little beach. We parked over here and then walked into Bearskin Neck’s little strip of shops. Parking sucks, and it’s a slow drive out here, but it’s worth the trip to Rockport. And you have this little beach with clean bathrooms and a place to change.

It’s very interesting iconic spot to see. It took 20 years to build it. It’s entirely built by old newspapers. The owner was an engineer and he thought why not to make use of old newspapers instead of dumping them. His neighbors helped him. It’ was a painstaking job and it’s amazing how he built all that furniture and grandfather’s clock. A must to see. There is no entrance fee just donation of 2$.

This place was so unique. This house was started in 1922, and it took about 20 years to complete everything. Around 100,000 copies of newspapers were used in the making of this house and the furniture inside. It's amazing the amount of time and thought that must have gone into creating each piece and each wall. On the outside, you can see layers of newspapers peeling back from weathering over time. On the inside of the house, there is a hole in a piece of the wall where you can see better up close how it was constructed. To be made out of paper and still be around after almost 100 years is impressive. It's definitely worth stopping by and checking out if you are in the area.

The season ended on November 1. Google still list this place as open. Waste of a trip. No parking. Very small. Location is very small. I feel like tourist makes the neighborhood inconvenienced.

This place is such a cool stop if you are in or near Rockport and like quirky things. We spent about 15 minutes here. Thanks to the owners for preserving their family history and doing such a great job of maintaining this! The paper piano was very impressive. Even the newspaper headlines were made to line up facing the viewer. Honor code donation of $2 per person. Totally reasonable.

A reminder of the creative corners of the human mind. I was astounded at the patience and precision used to create furniture, line the walls, and insulate, all with old newspapers. It deserves a look! Small but fascinating.

I think this unique site gets passed by ... its tucked away in a quiet, little neighborhood. The house and furniture within are made of newspaper. It's a $2 donation to visit. Honor system (there's a box on adjacent property to leave donation). You enter on your own and take your time browsing. It's worth the stop if your already in the area.

Really nifty place! It's unsupervised, you just let yourself in and look around the paper house. There's a $2/person donation request that's attached to the nextdoor house. Parking is street parking, but it's just a neighborhood so it's easy. You don't need to budget a ton of time for it, but it's neat! Good to swing by :D

In 1929, the Rockport Art Association found a permanent home in an 18th century building on Main St. Formally the home of a sea captain, an inn, a tavern and now houses a wonderful collection of art for artists and art lovers to enjoy. The Cape Ann School of Art is featured and some works by Marguerite Pearson’s Boston school of Art are shown. Many of the works are for sale and some are on display only. The Association is closed on Monday. Admission is free 10:00-5:00 and a donation box is available.

Stop in and check out some local artists! The holiday art walk is a great reason to visit off-season in December!

A wonderful place with beautiful history and incredible artists worth exploring! Izzy and I had a great time!

There’s an art studio sure to impress, With pieces that vary, no less! From budget to bold, For ten thousand, it’s sold, But there's art for all tastes to possess. My friends had a wedding so grand, In the gallery’s event space well-planned. From fine works on the wall To events big and small, It’s a versatile spot, simply stand.

I liked some of the pieces at the association. I was taken aback by all the different galleries in the same proximity… then again I don’t believe it’s possible to capture the beauty of the area with just a few shops/eyes so it’s understandable.

Went for an evening art show with some friends. Beautiful buildings! Wonderful show. It was lovely to walk around, viewing beautiful art work while listening to mellow music, well performed. The cheese, fruit, and wine was a nice touch as well. But the space itself was lovely, and I look forward to seeing it during daylight some day.

On behalf of the La Vida Center, I wanted to thank you for your hospitality and collaboration in sharing your beautiful venue with the La Vida Center for our annual wine and cheese event this past Saturday. Our guests had so much fun and that had a lot to do with the space in which you all have carefully curated and cared for.

Just viewed from the coast. Nice view and an interesting story.

It’s a little known fact that Joe “The Animal” Barboza was hidden here by the FBI when he was testifying against the New England Mafia. They even tried to figure out ways to get to him on the island after the press leaked it.

Awesome view of the twin lighthouses on Thacher Island from Lands End

Beautiful double lughthouses,best viewed by boat or Loblolly Cove near Rockport Ma

A wonderful place to kayak to from Rockport / Bearskin Neck.

Beautiful

Wonderful artist - great eye and a great guy!

Beautiful place to rest in tranquility and enjoy local culture and flavors

Just viewed from the coast. Nice view and an interesting story.

It’s a little known fact that Joe “The Animal” Barboza was hidden here by the FBI when he was testifying against the New England Mafia. They even tried to figure out ways to get to him on the island after the press leaked it.

Awesome view of the twin lighthouses on Thacher Island from Lands End

Beautiful double lughthouses,best viewed by boat or Loblolly Cove near Rockport Ma

A wonderful place to kayak to from Rockport / Bearskin Neck.

Beautiful

I have visited The Lerch Gallery on many different occasions, but never took proper time to wander in, browse the work (a very warm, beautiful and cozy environment within - perfect ambiance and lighting) - which is unique, beautiful work! Thankfully, I met the most kind, soft spoken and extremely accommodating artist/photographer in 2009. Bob met me outside of his gallery as he was carefully tending to his walkway, after a great chat, I made it inside to be blown away! Yes, I left that day with a beautiful photo - his technique is true art - in this day of digital shooting and photoshop, Bob uses old school photography and gear. The print I bought, "Schooner American Eagle #3" was the result of the photographer sailing in Maine and spending 3 days on the boat to wait for the perfect sunrise to capture the shot from the bow of the schooner looking towards a small island. Beautiful Work! Any reproduction you see online does not do the actual print / photograph justice! His gallery is a "must visit" when in Rockport!

This gallery is full of amazing photography! The photos span more than three decades and focus on the beauty of New England (Massachusetts,Maine) and Ireland. I talked with the owner/photographer Robert Lerch and it was clear that he is passionate about his craft. He was kind enough to answer all my questions and give me advice as I'm learning the art of photography. This gallery is definitely worth a visit.

The person who runs the gallery is one of the friendliest, kindest, and gentlest people you’ll ever meet! He makes you feel so welcome and happy to be alive. I wish him the utmost joy and peace.

Lauri is so friendly. Plus we love buying Lauri's art.

Lauri is a wonderful, charming man! He’s been painting and selling his magnificent art work for 40 years! Make a point to stop in and say hi! Impossible to leave without a few prints.

He is so friendly and welcoming. Love the art!

For 40 years Lauri has been creating Whimsical Art for Everyone! We're excited to hang several of his beautiful works of art in our home. 🎨🖼💖

This is my favorite part of rockport on my vacation the gentlemen who owns it is very friendly and personable and his and his wife’s art is amazing shop local !

Still have my original from nearly 20 years ago, much appreciated -the kid from Kingston Washington

Great gallery with wonderful staff. A must visit in Rockport !

Lovely beach with life guard. Nice little park behind the beach where you can sit at pic nic tables eating watching the Ocean.

Beautiful park I discovered after 3 years living in Rockport. What a nice surprise!

Terrific beach for diving, late in the season especially when parking becomes a little easier to deal with.

Gorgeous views here, as to be expected in Rockport. Points off for no public parking l. Also rather small beach and was crowded on the sunny weekend day when we visited. Next time, my family will opt for one of the larger beaches in Rockport with parking. Seems like a hot spot for divers.

Nice little beach, very popular with divers. Park a couple of blocks up unless you have a resident parking permit.

Close by a clients home. The sea was getting a little high in prelude to the incoming storm.

Relaxing small beach. Has a great view of the land and ocean.

came for the audubon sanctuary, lighthouse was a bonus.

This is the best little lighthouse I can see out my window each night. Very comforting as the light comes and goes through the fog

Rustic, peaceful, wear boots if it has rained, great climbing adventure up to the top of the lighthouse. May see a doe, osprey and many other birds.

Couldn't find a way to get there via Google maps...it looks wonderful

Very nice, check out Thacher Island Association Web site

No place available to drive to see it.

Beautiful views!