Guidebook for Gloucester

Sheila
Guidebook for Gloucester

Parks & Nature

Easy walk through the woods past a historic quarry; quickly opens up to rugged, rocky coastline for beautiful views.
115 locals recommend
Halibut Point State Park
Gott Avenue
115 locals recommend
Easy walk through the woods past a historic quarry; quickly opens up to rugged, rocky coastline for beautiful views.
Great wooded trails. Beautiful year-round.
26 locals recommend
Ravenswood Park
Ravenswood Park
26 locals recommend
Great wooded trails. Beautiful year-round.

Arts & Culture

Just steps away!
69 locals recommend
Cape Ann Museum
27 Pleasant St
69 locals recommend
Just steps away!

Getting Around

7 locals recommend
Commuter Rail Station
7 locals recommend

Food Scene

Seasonal -- closed until mid-May!
19 locals recommend
The Market Restaurant
19 locals recommend
Seasonal -- closed until mid-May!
A friend's pasta shop -- she makes handmade pastas daily, just like an Italian nonna. Also sells high quality oils, vinegars, olives, and select cheeses. (She taught me how to make pasta!)
6 locals recommend
Pastaio Via Corta
123 Main St
6 locals recommend
A friend's pasta shop -- she makes handmade pastas daily, just like an Italian nonna. Also sells high quality oils, vinegars, olives, and select cheeses. (She taught me how to make pasta!)
Wood-fired Neopolitan style pizza, raw bar, craft cocktails and delicious salads and antipasti, owned by Chez Panisse alum. Dinner Wednesday-Monday, brunch on Sundays.
39 locals recommend
Short & Main
36 Main St
39 locals recommend
Wood-fired Neopolitan style pizza, raw bar, craft cocktails and delicious salads and antipasti, owned by Chez Panisse alum. Dinner Wednesday-Monday, brunch on Sundays.

Shopping

The Plant Shack. This super cute shop is owned by my friend, and has tons of beautiful plants, as well as some jewelry and accessories by makers here on the East Coast and the Bay Area. Be sure to check out Bob & Dave's, the eclectic vintage store across the street!
127 E Main St
127 East Main Street
The Plant Shack. This super cute shop is owned by my friend, and has tons of beautiful plants, as well as some jewelry and accessories by makers here on the East Coast and the Bay Area. Be sure to check out Bob & Dave's, the eclectic vintage store across the street!
Beautifully curated home goods. Ask for Brett or Conrad!
11 locals recommend
Lula's Pantry
5 Dock Square
11 locals recommend
Beautifully curated home goods. Ask for Brett or Conrad!

Essentials

Organic grocer. Great selection - I am here probably 4 times a week - but can be pricey depending on what you're looking for.
41 locals recommend
Common Crow Natural Market
200 Eastern Ave
41 locals recommend
Organic grocer. Great selection - I am here probably 4 times a week - but can be pricey depending on what you're looking for.

Drinks & Nightlife

Love this local's bar. Live music almost every night, definitely worth a visit.
30 locals recommend
The Rhumb Line Bar & Restaurant
40 Railroad Ave
30 locals recommend
Love this local's bar. Live music almost every night, definitely worth a visit.