Rocky Neck Travel Guide
Gloucester
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour
Massachusetts Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: 10+ Tours
Self Guided Audio Tour 'Hawthorne's Haunts' Haunted Walking Tour Salem
Salem: Pirate Museum with Authentic Treasures Entry Ticket
Self-Guided Smartphone Ghost Walking Tour in Salem
Steps Through 1692 (History Tour)
Top hotels in Rocky Neck
Hawthorne Hotel
When we arrived we sat at the bar fo a couple drinks and the bartender was very attentive and gave us information on things to do and see since we were never there before. It was a very home like environment and everyone was so friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore
The room was very clean, although the hallways were littered randomly with trash and splatters on the walls. The man that was running the spa/fitness area/looking over the pool was very rude. No one under 16 allowed in the hot tub makes it a bit difficult to enjoy when you have young kids.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Salem Boston
Room was clean but smaller than I expected out of Hampton Inn so I had to get an additional adjoining room. We were there for 4 nights
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boston Peabody
Special mention for the girl in the evening, very helpful, kind and smilling!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Cove At Salem
Was not able to pass the lobby. Made reservation and fully paid online but was told i had unpaid balance of $150. Then due to not having enough for the incentive on my card, my bank is out of state and was short $9, family and i were sent away and i lost on $200. When booking, make sure you are asking ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Hotel Salem
staff was great
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rocky Neck
Downtown Gloucester
While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Maritime Gloucester.
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 Massachusetts Bay or Gray Beach.
Annisquam
Though Annisquam may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wingaersheek Beach and Plum Cove Beach.
