Gloucester

Gloucester is a city in the United States' Essex County, Massachusetts. It is located on Cape Ann and is part of the North Shore of Massachusetts. This town is the perfect blend of history and modern excitement, with amazing places to eat, shop, and explore. Gloucester, America's oldest seaport, is only a scenic train or car ride north of Boston. Annisquam Light, pictured above, has been guiding sailors' home for over 200 years. Today, it's an excellent location for a few scenic shots. Its beautiful beaches, hemlock forests, and green parks have inspired artists for generations - it is the continent's oldest working art colony. Visit the Cape Ann Museum to get a taste of coastal New England's rich artistic history. The exhibits feature work by both past and present local artists.

You should begin your visit to this seaport at the harbor. Explore this historic working seaport's sights, sounds, and smells. While you're there, pick up some of the freshest fish you can find. If all that fresh air and strolling whets your appetite, Seaport Grille serves delicious and generous portions of lobster fare. You won't have to worry about finding street parking or feeding a meter because the restaurant has a large, free parking lot. The Fishermen's Memorial on Cape Ann is one of Gloucester's most recognizable landmarks. It contains the names of fishermen who died at sea since the 1700s.