Visit North Shore: 2025 Travel Guide for North Shore, Massachusetts

Where to stay in North Shore

Downtown Salem

While you're in Downtown Salem, take in top sights like Peabody Essex Museum and jump on the metro at Salem Station to see more of the city.

My favorite beach in the area. We always make summer trips here.

Salisbury Beach

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Salisbury Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Salisbury Beach State Reservation or Salisbury Beach.

South Peabody

4/5(42 area reviews)

While South Peabody isn't home to many top sights, Witch House and Witch Dungeon Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Annisquam

While Annisquam might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.

Great Neck

While visiting Great Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Clark Beach and Plum Island Sound.

Beautiful place to walk and enjoy the views. This foggy noon created the atmosphere of an unreal world.

Magnolia

Nestled in Gloucester, this small village boasts its own library, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy Gray Beach at Coolidge Reservation or take in scenic views of Kettle Cove at Surf Park.

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Popular places to visit

Revere Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Revere Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Revere. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Salem Witch Museum

4.5/5(255 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Salem Witch Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Salem. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Wingaersheek Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Wingaersheek Beach during your travels in Gloucester? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Good Harbor Beach

4.5/5(18 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Good Harbor Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gloucester. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cape Ann

4.5/5(71 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cape Ann during your travels in Rockport. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

Learn about the local history of Ipswich when you take a trip to Castle Hill on the Crane Estate. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.