Essex River Tours and Activities
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Tours & day trips
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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Private & custom tours
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Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Holiday & seasonal tours
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Salem: Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl
Cruises & boat tours
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Sailing on Historic Schooner Yacht in Salem, MA
Water activities
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Evening Sunset Island Kayak Tour
Popular places to visit
Agassiz Rock
You can take time to visit Agassiz Rock during your travels to Manchester-by-the-Sea. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
Learn about the local history of Ipswich with a stop at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Ipswich Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Ipswich Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ipswich. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Coolidge Reservation
Explore the great outdoors at Coolidge Reservation, a lovely green space in Manchester-by-the-Sea. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Black Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Black Beach during your trip to Manchester-by-the-Sea?
White Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at White Beach during your trip to Manchester-by-the-Sea? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Top Essex River Hotel & Accommodation Deals
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Winter deal! Delightful 3-4 bed one floor, 3 baths, fireplace
NEW - 2 bed / 2 bath+large Deck in the center of beautiful Essex, MA
The Essex of Gloucester
Modern Cottage, Private Island, Unparalleled beauty
Coastal Cottage on Private Island, overlooking the Essex Great Marsh
Lakefront 2 Bed / 3 bath + Extra Bed off of living room
Charming 5-bedroom Home by the Sea
Private beachfront escape on Coffins Beach w/ amazing views & private beach
Walk to town/beach/pickleball courts; cozy & clean
