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Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Gloucester & Rockport

Starting From From $16.99 per person Current Project Expedition rate
3 Hours 3.92 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Single Day Group Tour Operated by Action Tour Guide
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Start a journey through the less-explored part of Massachusetts. Discover scenic beaches and historic towns as you drive, listen to the stories provided on the tour app, and stop for photos throughout the tour whenever you like. Begin the tour in Gloucester. When you drive, the app will provide instructions on how to use it. Then, head toward State Fort Park where you will hear about the Tablet Rock. From there, move on to the Fisherman’s Wives memorial and learn about its significance. Proceed on to the Fisherman’s Memorial over the Blynnman Canal Bridge before stopping for a stroll at Gloucester HarborWalk. Enjoy the view of the sea and pay a visit to the Maritime Museum, if you want. Next, see whales from the Cape Ann Whale watchpoint before discovering one of the oldest colonies in the U.S., Rocky Neck Art Colony. Make further stops at Niles Beach, Beauport Mansion, Eastern Point Lighthouse, Good Harbor Beach, and Pebble Beach. After Pebble Beach, you will be approaching Rockport before beginning the return journey to Gloucester. This part of the tour has some trivia and interesting spots to keep you engaged. On the way back, pass Halibut Point State Park and Harvey Reservation. If you want, you can take a break at Plum Cove Beach after the park. The tour then concludes at the Goose Cove reservation.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Explore the beaches facing Sandy Bay
  • Listen to interesting trivia about maritime trade in the early days
  • Follow the live GPS map as you hear stories about the places you visit
  • Enjoy the scenic ocean drive at your own leisure
  • Pause to snap photos and have a stroll whenever you wish
Detailed Itinerary

The journey, in full

Points of Interest along Cape Ann: Gloucester visitor information center Tablet Rock Stage Fort Park The Fishermen's Memorial Gloucester HarborWalk Cape Ann Whale Watch Niles Beach Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House Eastern Point Lighthouse Thacher's Island Rockport Motif #1 Bearskin Neck Rockport Granite Pier Annisquam Lighthouse Goose Cove Reservation MacMillan Pier Pilgrim Monument Pilgrims' First Landing Park

Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Boston

Sightseeing at Cape Ann.

Continued

Gloucester

Whale Watching.

Continued

Gloucester

Leisure.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey! Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews! Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories. Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned! Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi. Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use! Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely! Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours! Easy-to-use app: download Action Tour Guide App onto your phone Unique password: access your tour on Action Tour Guide App

Not Included

Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

What to Bring

Charged Smartphone Downloaded app Power bank Your own vehicle

Restrictions

Device Compatibility: Devices without GPS, offline-only tablets, or older OS versions may not function properly. The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.

Meeting & Pickup

The self-guided route begins at the following entry point. Glouchester Visitor Center at Stage Fort Park, 24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930. Tour Duration: 2 - 3 Hours Tour Length: 23.5 Miles End Point: Same as starting point.

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

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