What to do in Essex County, MA

Activities, attractions and tours

A lighthouse, a white building with a red roof, and a stone walkway leading to the water.
A stone tower and a statue with a hat.
A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a white building and red roof in the background.
A two-story house with a dark blue exterior, a front porch, and a decorative wreath on the door.
A large estate with a prominent brick building, expansive lawns, and a body of water in the background.

Activities

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

AU$75
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Boston Harbor Cruise boat with the skyscrapers of the city in the background in Boston

City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise

AU$67
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions

AU$115
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Harvard Guide leading a tour

Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

AU$33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

AU$52
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets

AU$49
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
View Boston Observation Deck Admission Tickets
Salem's Best Ghost Tour

Salem's Best Ghost Tour

AU$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Salem's Best Ghost Tour
Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

AU$102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem

AU$51
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Bewitched Walking Tour of Salem
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Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
9.0 out of 10 with 774 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$74 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Boston: Helicopter Skyline Tour

Boston: Helicopter Skyline Tour

Activity duration is 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$430 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Boston to Martha's Vineyard with Optional Island Tour

Boston to Martha's Vineyard with Optional Island Tour

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 212 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$186 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbour Cruise

Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbour Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 43 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$101 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions

Activity duration is 30 days
9.4 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$78 per adult
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What to do in Essex County

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A rocky shoreline with large boulders and calm water.

Wingaersheek Beach

9.4/10 (83 reviews)
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.
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Day trip destinations from Essex County

An aerial view of a university campus with multiple buildings, green lawns, and a large field.

Andover

A red brick building with arched windows and a Town Hall sign.

Salem

A historic church with a prominent tower, large arched windows, and a green roof.

Malden

A residential area with a prominent church, residential houses, and a mix of autumn-colored trees.

Tewksbury

A sunset over a body of water with sailboats and a distant city skyline.

Nahant

A historic building with "QUINCY MARKET" sign, surrounded by modern buildings and a clock tower.

Boston