ESSEX, MA
VISITING
Visit Essex for charming shops, fresh seafood, scenic riverside views, art galleries, and outdoor adventures, all set in a beautiful coastal New England town.
Ready for an adventure? Essex, Cape Ann’s riverside gem, is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Stroll through over 35 antique shops, each holding pieces with rich histories and hidden stories. Hop aboard the Essex River Queen II for a scenic cruise or paddle the serene waters of the Essex River. Savor a bite at Woodman’s—birthplace of the fried clam—or immerse yourself in history at the Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum. All while car-free riding the Ipswich Essex Explorer!
ESSEX ATTRACTIONS
ESSEX HISTORICAL SOCIETY & SHIPBUILDING MUSEUM
The Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum tells the extraordinary story of how the small town of Essex built more two-masted fishing schooners than anywhere else in the world.
CLAMS, LOBSTERS & SEAFOOD
ESSEX RESTAURANTS
Essex is world-famous for its sweet and tender fried littleneck clams, lobsters, and other seafood delights at Woodman's, The James Pub & Provisions, or Essex Seafood to name a few of the many fine restaurants in Essex.
ESSEX RIVER CRUISES & CHARTERS
SIGHTSEEING TOURS
Relax aboard the 70-person Essex River Queen II. An informative narrated tour of the Essex River lets you view the scenic salt marshes and learn about local history, wildlife, and lore.
CAPE ANN SUP
FOR THE ADVENTUROUS
Explore Essex’s Great Salt Marsh with Cape Ann SUP! Rent a board, take a lesson, or join a guided tour to paddle through lush marshlands and abundant wildlife. Book your adventure today!
ESSEX AREA MAPS
