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Rockport
is a located at the tip of Cape Ann. The Atlantic Ocean surrounds the town on three sides with the City of Gloucester on the fourth side. It is approximately 40 miles from Boston. The major industry in Rockport is tourism. The permanent population of the town is about 7,000, but during the summer months that can escalate to as high as 20,000. The Rockport Art Association is very active and there are a number of fine artists studios and galleries in town. There are also many hotels, motels, inns, shopping venues and restaurants in Rockport. Other attractions include the picturesque rocky beaches, the Paper House, the Old Castle, the Historical Society Museum and the Babson Museum. Outdoor recreational opportunities are available at Halibut Point State Park, Millbrook Meadow and various playing fields in the community. A nationally known point of interest is Motif #1, a picturesque building on Bradley Wharf, at the entrance to Rockports main harbor, which for decades has been painted, sketched and photographed by artists. Travelers have long been attracted to Cape Ann's natural beauty, beaches and artist colonies. In the late 1800s/early 1900s, resorts in Manchester-by-the-Sea and Magnolia were the summer tourist destinations in New England. In more recent years, people have been flocking to take advantage of Rockport's clean beaches, whale watching tours, fresh seafood and abundant museums and seafaring history.
Surrounding areas: Annisquam, Massachusetts (2.9 mi), Gloucester, Massachusetts (3.5 mi), Essex, Massachusetts (8.4 mi), Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts (9.1 mi), Manchester, Massachusetts (9.3 mi), Ipswich, Massachusetts (11.3 mi), Prides Crossing, Massachusetts (12.3 mi)
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Rockport Vacation Rentals
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Rockport Hotels and Resorts
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| | | Hotels & Motels |
| Captains Lodge Motel | 237 Eastern Ave | Gloucester, MA | 2.0 mi. | (978) 281-2420 | | Cape Ann Motor Inn | 33 Rockport Rd | Gloucester, MA | 2.1 mi. | (978) 281-2900 | | Essex River House Motel | 132 Main St | Essex, MA | 8.0 mi. | (978) 768-6800 | | Country Garden Inn & Motel | 101 Main St | Rowley, MA | 13.8 mi. | (978) 948-7773 | | Lakeview Motor Lodge | 5 Lakeview Ave | Beverly, MA | 14.3 mi. | (978) 922-7535 | | The Windsor House In Newburyport | 38 Federal St | Newburyport, MA | 16.4 mi. | (978) 462-3778 | | Residence Inn Boston/north Shore | 51 Newbury St Rt 1 | Danvers, MA | 16.7 mi. | (
) - | | Clipper Ship Inn | 40 BRG St | Salem, MA | 16.9 mi. | (978) 745-8022 | | The Curwen House Of The Salem Inn | 331 Essex St | Salem, MA | 17.0 mi. | (978) 741-0680 | | Courtyard By Marriott Danvers | 275 Independence Way | Danvers, MA | 17.6 mi. | (978) 777-8630 | | Days Inn Boston Salem | 152 Endicott St | Danvers, MA | 17.9 mi. | (978) 777-1030 | | Marriott Boston - Peabody | 8 A Centennial Dr | Peabody, MA | 18.0 mi. | (978) 977-9700 | | Plaza Motel | | Peabody, MA | 18.0 mi. | (978) 535-2200 | | Sheraton Tara Hotel | 50 Ferncroft Dr | Danvers, MA | 18.1 mi. | (978) 777-2500 | | Knights Inn | 225 Newbury St | Danvers, MA | 18.5 mi. | (978) 774-6500 | | Comfort Inn North Shore | 50 Dayton St | Danvers, MA | 19.0 mi. | (978) 777-1700 | | Extended Stay America | 102 Newbury St | Danvers, MA | 19.1 mi. | (978) 762-7414 | | Towneplace Suites By Marriott | 238 Andover St | Danvers, MA | 19.3 mi. | (978) 777-6222 | | Fairfield Inn | 35 Clarks Rd | Amesbury, MA | 19.6 mi. | (978) 388-3400 | | Mari Anne Motel | 2 Ocean Blvd | Hampton, NH | 19.6 mi. | (603) 926-5411 | | Cap'n Jacks Waterfront Inn | 253 Humphrey St | Swampscott, MA | 19.8 mi. | (617) 595-7910 | | King Cottages | 131 Lafayette | Seabrook, NH | 19.9 mi. | (603) 474-2262 | | Mainsail Motel & Cottages | 40 Ashworth Ave | Hampton, NH | 20.2 mi. | (603) 929-4200 | | Ashworth By The Sea | 295 Ocean Blvd | Hampton Beach, NH | 20.3 mi. | (603) 926-6762 | | Kentville Hotel | 315 Ocean Blvd | Hampton Beach, NH | 20.3 mi. | (603) 926-3950 | | Jonathan's Motel | 415 Ocean Blvd | Hampton, NH | 20.3 mi. | (603) 926-6631 | | Oceanside Hotel | 365 Ocean Blvd | Hampton, NH | 20.3 mi. | (603) 926-3542 | | Homestead Studio Suites Hotel | 200 Jubilee Dr | Peabody, MA | 20.4 mi. | (978) 531-6632 | | Hampton House Hotel | 333 Ocean Blvd | Hampton Beach, NH | 20.4 mi. | (603) 926-1033 | | Sea Spiral Suites | 449 Ocean Blvd | Hampton, NH | 20.5 mi. | (603) 926-2222 | | Best Western | Rt 107 & Stark Rd | Seabrook, NH | 20.9 mi. | (603) 474-3078 | | Burgess Motor Inn | | Seabrook, NH | 20.9 mi. | (
) - | | Hampshire Inn | 20 Spur Rd | Seabrook, NH | 20.9 mi. | (603) 474-5700 | | Holiday Inn Express | 11 Rocks Rd | Seabrook, NH | 21.0 mi. | (603) 474-1150 | | Susse Chalet Inn | Clark Rd & Rt 110 | Amesbury, MA | 21.1 mi. | (978) 388-3400 | | Hampton Inn | 59 Newbury St | Peabody, MA | 21.3 mi. | (978) 535-9807 | | Homewood Suites | 57 Newbury St | Peabody, MA | 21.3 mi. | (
) - | | Springhill Suites Boston / Peabody | 43 Newbury St | Peabody, MA | 21.4 mi. | (978) 535-5000 | | Hampton Falls Inn | 11 Lafayette Rd | Hampton Falls, NH | 21.4 mi. | (603) 926-9545 | | Candlelite Motel | 319 N Main St | Middleton, MA | 22.0 mi. | (978) 774-9791 |
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Rockport Weather & Climate
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Southeastern Massachusetts , along the coast, has a continental climate with maritime influences. Some areas are classified as humid continental, and others are humid subtropical. Summers are warm and humid with the possibility of thunderstorms. Occasionally these storms are severe with hail and heavy downpours. Winters are cold and snowy, with most snowfall occurring between December and March. Spring and autumn are mild, but changeable depending on the wind direction and jet stream. Cool sea breezes are common, especially in spring. Fog is also commonplace, especially in spring and early summer. Tropical storms or hurricanes are possible, especially in early autumn, but not common.
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High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
37°F |
20°F |
4.33 in. |
34°F |
| February |
39°F |
22°F |
3.78 in. |
33°F |
| March |
46°F |
29°F |
4.39 in. |
37°F |
| April |
56°F |
38°F |
4.51 in. |
40°F |
| May |
67°F |
48°F |
3.44 in. |
49°F |
| June |
76°F |
57°F |
3.74 in. |
59°F |
| July |
82°F |
63°F |
3.41 in. |
61°F |
| August |
80°F |
62°F |
3.27 in. |
62°F |
| September |
73°F |
54°F |
3.93 in. |
59°F |
| October |
62°F |
45°F |
4.23 in. |
52°F |
| November |
52°F |
36°F |
4.93 in. |
47°F |
| December |
41°F |
26°F |
4.50 in. |
39°F |
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Rockport Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Beverly Municipal airport (BVY) located about 15 miles west of Rockport in Beverly, Massachusetts, the Lawrence Municipal airport (LWM) located approximately 25 miles west of Rockport in Lawrence, Massachusetts, the General Edward Lawrence Logan International airport (BOS) located roughly 28 miles southwest of Rockport in Boston, Massachusetts, and finally the Pease International Tradeport airport (PSM) located around 30 miles northwest of Rockport in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
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Rockport Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Pirate's Fun Park | Salisbury | MA | 18.4 mi. | | | Jeepers | Methuen | MA | 29.4 mi. | | | Canobie Lake Park | Salem | NH | 30.9 mi. | | | York's Wild Kingdom | York Beach | ME | 35.6 mi. | | | Funworld Game Center | Nashua | NH | 43.7 mi. | | | Whalom Park | Lunenburg | MA | 57.8 mi. | | | Funtown Splashtown U.S.A. | Saco | ME | 59.1 mi. | | | Palace Playland | Old Orchard Beach | ME | 60.8 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Water Country | Portsmouth | NH | 29.6 mi. | | | Aquaboggan Water Slide | Saco | ME | 59.1 mi. | | | Water Wiz | Wareham | MA | 61.9 mi. | | | Westport Water Slide | Westport | MA | 78.5 mi. | | | Yawgoo Valley Ski Area and Waterpark | Exeter | RI | 88.1 mi. | | | Water Wizz | Westerly | RI | 107.9 mi. | | | Maple Breeze Park | Pawcatuck | CT | 108.1 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Rockport Golf Club | Rockport | MA | | | | Cape Ann Golf Course | Essex | MA | 8.3 mi. | | | Candlewood Golf Club | Ipswich | MA | 10.3 mi. | | | Rowley Country Club | Rowley | MA | 13.2 mi. | | | Beverly Golf & Tennis Club | Beverly | MA | 15.1 mi. | | | Old Newbury Golf Club | Newbury | MA | 15.5 mi. | | | New Meadows Golf Club | Topsfield | MA | 15.6 mi. | | | Evergreen Valley Golf Course | Newburyport | MA | 16.6 mi. | | | Salem Municipal Golf Course | Salem | MA | 17.0 mi. | | | Meadow At Peabody | Peabody | MA | 17.9 mi. | | | Middleton Golf Course | Middleton | MA | 20.3 mi. | | | Amesbury Golf & Country Club | Amesbury | MA | 20.7 mi. | | | Larry Gannon Municipal Golf Course | Lynn | MA | 21.6 mi. | | | Kelley Greens Golf Course | Nahant | MA | 22.0 mi. | | | Sagamore Spring Golf Club | Lynnfield | MA | 23.1 mi. | | | Lynnfield Center Golf Club | Lynnfield | MA | 23.2 mi. | | | Hillview Golf Course | North Reading | MA | 23.6 mi. | | | Bradford Country Club | Bradford | MA | 23.8 mi. | | | Cedar Glen Golf Club | Saugus | MA | 24.0 mi. | | | SagamoreHampton Golf Club | North Hampton | NH | 24.2 mi. | | | Far Corner Golf Course | West Boxford | MA | 24.3 mi. | | | Colonial Golf Club | Wakefield | MA | 25.3 mi. | | | Mount Hood Golf Course | Melrose | MA | 25.5 mi. | | | Rolling Green Golf Course | Andover | MA | 25.9 mi. | | | Apple Hill Golf Club | East Kingston | NH | 26.9 mi. | | | Stoneham Oaks Golf Course | Stoneham | MA | 27.3 mi. | | | Unicorn Golf Course | Stoneham | MA | 27.3 mi. | | | Breakfast Hill Golf Club | Greenland | NH | 28.0 mi. | | | Exeter Country Club | Exeter | NH | 28.2 mi. | | | Crystal Springs Golf Club | Haverhill | MA | 28.4 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Nashoba Valley | Westford | MA | 41.9 mi. | | | Wachusett Mountain | Princeton | MA | 65.6 mi. | | | Temple Mountain | Peterborough | NH | 69.2 mi. | | | Pats Peak | Henniker | NH | 70.8 mi. | | | Highlands Mountain | Northfield | NH | 72.8 mi. | | | Gunstock | Gilford | NH | 73.3 mi. | | | Ragged Mountain | Danbury | NH | 86.8 mi. | | | Mount Sunapee | Mount Sunapee | NH | 87.3 mi. | | | Shawnee Peak | Bridgton | ME | 96.8 mi. | | | Mount Snow | Brattleboro | VT | 98.8 mi. | | | Haystack at Mount Snow | Brattleboro | VT | 98.8 mi. | | | Waterville Valley | Waterville Valley | NH | 99.8 mi. | | | Mount Tom | Holyoke | MA | 106.5 mi. | | | Wildcat Mountain | Jackson | NH | 106.6 mi. | | | Ascutney Mountain Resort | Brownsville | VT | 109.0 mi. | | | Loon Mountain | Lincoln | NH | 109.6 mi. | | | Berkshire East | Charlemont | MA | 114.4 mi. | | | Suicide Six | Woodstock | VT | 116.8 mi. | | | Okemo Mountain Resort | Ludlow | VT | 116.9 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Plum Island State Park | | MA | 8.2 mi. | | | B W Palmer State Park | | MA | 13.8 mi. | | | Hampton Beach State Park | | NH | 20.8 mi. | | | North Hampton State Park | | NH | 21.9 mi. | | | Jenness Beach State Park | | NH | 23.5 mi. | | | Rye Harbor State Park | | NH | 24.7 mi. | | | Wallis Sands State Park | | NH | 25.8 mi. | | | Odiorne Point State Park | | NH | 26.4 mi. | | | Boston Harbor Island State Park | | MA | 27.2 mi. | | | Kingston State Park | | NH | 28.4 mi. | | | Fort McClary State Park | | ME | 29.6 mi. | | | Wompatuck State Park | | MA | 33.4 mi. | | | Warren H Manning State Park | | MA | 34.6 mi. | | | Cushing Memorial State Park | | MA | 34.8 mi. | | | Vaughan Woods State Park | | ME | 38.8 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Wenham Museum | Wenham | MA | 14.3 mi. | (History) | | Salem Witch Museum | Salem | MA | 16.9 mi. | (History) | | Museum of Sentimental Art | Salem | MA | 16.9 mi. | (Miscellaneous) | | Peabody Essex Museum | Salem | MA | 16.9 mi. | (Multidisciplinary) | | Andover Historical Society | Andover | MA | 26.3 mi. | (History) | | USS Constitution Museum | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (History) | | Boston Area and New England Museums | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (Miscellaneous) | | New England Museum Association | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (Miscellaneous) | | Museum of Science | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (Science) | | Museum of Bad Art | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (Art) | | Museum of Fine Arts | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (Art) | | Commonwealth Museum of Massachusetts History | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | (History) | | Museum Loan Network | Cambridge | MA | 31.4 mi. | (Miscellaneous) | | MIT Museum | Cambridge | MA | 31.4 mi. | (Science) | | Public Health Museum in Massachusetts | Tewksbury | MA | 31.4 mi. | (Miscellaneous) | | Longyear Museum | Brookline | MA | 34.0 mi. | (History) | | Museum of Transporation | Brookline | MA | 34.0 mi. | (Technology) | | American Textile History Museum | Lowell | MA | 35.4 mi. | (Technology) | | American Textile History Museum | Lowell | MA | 35.4 mi. | (History) | | Charles River Museum of Industry | Waltham | MA | 36.8 mi. | (Technology) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| New England Aquarium | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | | | Franklin Park Zoo | Boston | MA | 30.4 mi. | | | Roger Williams Park Zoo | Providence | RI | 70.3 mi. | | | Mystic Aquarium | Mystic | CT | 113.4 mi. | |
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