Plum Island Travel Guide

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Plum Island beach - Newburyport, Massachusetts -- breaking waves from storm
Plum Island beach - Newburyport, Massachusetts -- breaking waves from storm
A panoramic view of the wild ocean beach of Plum Island on the northeast coast of Massachusetts. A place for nesting birds.
Breakdown of a wave on the beach of the Atlantic Ocean in Massachusetts on Plum Island
Plum Island Lighthouse protects the delta of the Merrimack River, and was commissioned for the first time in 1788 with a lantern that burned whale oil. Its current form dates from the year 1898. In 1927 it began to work with electricity and was automated in 1952. As you can see the light it emits is green. The lighthouse's surroundings are always accessible and the structure itself is open some days a year. There is a big public parking lot just crossing the street from the lighthouse. #USA #Lighthouse #Historical #MyBackyard #Trovember

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Hawthorne Hotel

Hawthorne Hotel

3.5 out of 5
18 Washington Square W Salem MA
Stay at this historic hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,554 reviews)
Great ambience, the food and drinks at the hotel restaurant were awesome

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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Hawthorne Hotel
Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

3 out of 5
275 Independence Way Danvers MA
The price is AU$170 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$170
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Love staying here. Affordable, clean, kind staff

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore

4 out of 5
50 Ferncroft Rd Danvers MA
The price is AU$184 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$184
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,419 reviews)
Roomy, clean, comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
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Long Beach Suites

Long Beach Suites

2 out of 5
28 Rockport Rd Gloucester MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Gloucester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Long Beach and Good Harbor Beach are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
It's amazing & very private, has everything you could need!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Long Beach Suites
Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach

Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach

Salisbury MA
Stay at this holiday home in Salisbury. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Salisbury Beach State Reservation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Comfy space, gorgeous views, helpful host.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach
1880 updated Victorian 1st floor, water views

1880 updated Victorian 1st floor, water views

Salem MA
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions House of the Seven Gables and Salem Maritime National ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great location, beautiful view of the water. Comfortable and beautifully decorated accommodations.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

1880 updated Victorian 1st floor, water views
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Popular places to visit

The beach at Sandy Point State Reservation

Plum Island Point

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Plum Island Point during your trip to Newburyport? Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.

Plum Island Point

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