Annisquam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Wingaersheek Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Good Harbor Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Good Harbor Beach during your travels in Gloucester? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's sunrises.
Hammond Castle
You can browse the exhibits at Hammond Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Gloucester. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Half Moon Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Half Moon Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Maritime Gloucester
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Maritime Gloucester during your trip to Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cape Ann Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Activities
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem
Cape Ann Harbor: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Freedom Trail & Salem Witch: Self-Guided Walking Tour Bundle
Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport
Our pick of the best Annisquam Hotel Deals
Hawthorne Hotel
Loved the charm and ambience of this hotel. The only drawback was they had HVAC issues which meant no AC at night. If not for that it would be 5 stars.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
Everything was fine
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Boston - Peabody by IHG
Our first room the bathroom door wouldnt close and the TV didnt work. The second room everything was fine but the lamp on the nite stand didnt have electrical plugs to charge cellphones.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boston Peabody
2 things keep this from being 5 stars. 1, the room does not have enough space to hang things. I found it funny that instead of putting hooks or rails up to hang stuff, there's stickers under the sprinkler heads telling you not to hang stuff from them. 2, breakfast was ok, but we've definitely had ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Hotel Salem
Room was clean but very small.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Cove At Salem
Newly renovated room, very clean. Nice outdoor space to sit by fire pits. Good location for visiting downtown Salem, 2 minute drive to downtown.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Annisquam
Downtown Gloucester
While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch.
Rocky Neck
While visiting Rocky Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Rocky Neck Art Colony and Bryan Gallery.
East Gloucester
If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Magnolia
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Magnolia. You might want to make time for a stop at Gray Beach or Massachusetts Bay.
