North Shore

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Lighthouse Point on beach dunes, Race Point Light Lighthouse in Cape Code, New England, Massachusetts, USA.
Lighthouse Point on beach dunes, Race Point Light Lighthouse in Cape Code, New England, Massachusetts, USA.
Aerial North Shore Long Island
Plum Island Lighthouse protects the delta of the Merrimack River, and was commissioned for the first time in 1788 with a lantern that burned whale oil. Its current form dates from the year 1898. In 1927 it began to work with electricity and was automated in 1952. As you can see the light it emits is green.
The lighthouse's surroundings are always accessible and the structure itself is open some days a year. There is a big public parking lot just crossing the street from the lighthouse.
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Beautiful spot with lots of compositional possibilities.

Where to stay in North Shore

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

Salisbury Beach

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.

Salisbury Beach
There's even a school of Witchcraft & Wizardry!

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.

Downtown Salem
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East Gloucester

If you're spending some time in East Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach and Niles Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Gloucester
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Downtown Gloucester

While visiting Downtown Gloucester, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Ann Museum and Capt Bill & Sons Whale Watch.

Downtown Gloucester
Annisquam Light, Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA; Shutterstock ID 161751743

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.

Annisquam
Peabody City Hall at 24 Lowell Street in downtown Peabody, Massachusetts MA, USA.

South Peabody

While South Peabody may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Witch House and Witch Dungeon Museum.

South Peabody
Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

3 out of 5
230 Lee Burbank Hwy Revere MA
The price is HK$720 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
HK$720
HK$804 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Revere. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,434 reviews)
No issues with unit nor staff.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport
Holiday Inn Express Boston - Saugus by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Boston - Saugus by IHG

3 out of 5
999 Broadway Saugus MA
The price is HK$686 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$686
HK$766 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Saugus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,041 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Boston - Saugus by IHG
Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers

3 out of 5
275 Independence Way Danvers MA
The price is HK$788 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$788
HK$880 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Danvers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The room was clean and well supplied. The staff greeted us warmly.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
1880 Victorian apartment just renovated! Harbor views, central location. Parking

1880 Victorian apartment just renovated! Harbor views, central location. Parking

2 out of 5
Salem MA
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions House of the Seven Gables and Salem Maritime National ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Perfection! Carol is so kind and clearly loves this home and it shows. Comfortable and cozy with a magical vibe. Book with confidence! Can’t wait to return for a longer stay! Thank you for welcoming us so warmly! Jennie

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

1880 Victorian apartment just renovated! Harbor views, central location. Parking
Apartments in Salem

Apartments in Salem

3 out of 5
40-42 Dow Street Salem MA
Stay at this apartment in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery and New ...
7.8/10 Good! (48 reviews)
Great stay! Great place!
The whole floor was clean and organized. The whole floor also felt inviting and comforting. We enjoyed how close we where to everthing. We were both so happy with found this apartment.

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Apartments in Salem
Unit1 Beautiful PRIVATE LARGE 3 bedroom/2 bath townhome. Close to ALL HISTORIC

Unit1 Beautiful PRIVATE LARGE 3 bedroom/2 bath townhome. Close to ALL HISTORIC

Salem MA
Stay at this holiday home in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Salem Custom House and Salem Maritime National Historic ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
It was nice to rent a place for just one night. Great place. Spacious and clean.

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Unit1 Beautiful PRIVATE LARGE 3 bedroom/2 bath townhome. Close to ALL HISTORIC
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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