The Cape Ann Nearby guide is a complete directory of the many attractions, restaurants, shops and services you can enjoy in Cape Ann of Massachusetts area while staying at The Manor Inn. Click the symbol to the left for maps and directions to all attractions, beaches and more.



 

We are also on public rail service. Information on the MBTA's train service out of Boston's North Station is available at www.mbta.com/schedules_and_maps/rail/

AMTRAK train service information throughout the northeast and beyond can be found at www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=Amtrak/HomePage

Gloucester has public bus transportation through the Cape Ann Transportation Authority (CATA).
Schedule:   www.canntran.com/

Visit Salem, Rockport, Boston and More.

The Manor Inn is close to all the wonders and attractions of Boston's North Shore. Scenic Rockport is just 15 minutes away; the witchcraft exhibits of historic Salem are 25 minutes away; a day trip to Boston is just 40 minutes. All destinations are easily traveled to by car or train.

Salem Attractions - Click Here For Salem Information & Maps From Here

Boston Attractions - Click Here For Boston Information & Maps From Here

Essex is 8 miles due west on route 133.

Where's The Beach? Click Here For Maps To Area Beaches From Here

Walk to restaurants, whale watching, deep sea fishing, Gloucester Harbor and shopping.

Two restaurants, a movie theatre and a busy marina are within a 3 minute walk from The Manor Inn and Steakhouse.

Another 7 minute walk and you'll find yourself at Stacey Boulevard where you can view Gloucester's outer harbor, visit the "Fisherman at the Wheel" memorial statue and explore Stage Fort Park. From the boulevard it is a short walk to picturesque downtown Gloucester and the heart of our famous fishing port and America's oldest seaport. 

Cape Ann boasts to be the Whale Watching Capital of the World and is home to many noted artists.  Rocky Neck in East Gloucester is the oldest operative art colony in the United States, and boasts more than thirty artists in residence, in a setting that is picturesque and artistically inspiring.

Walk to restaurants, whale watching, deep sea fishing, Gloucester Harbor and shopping.

Two restaurants, a movie theatre and a busy marina are within a 3 minute walk from The Manor Inn and Steakhouse.

Another 7 minute walk and you'll find yourself at Stacey Boulevard where you can view Gloucester's outer harbor, visit the "Fisherman at the Wheel" memorial statue and explore Stage Fort Park. From the boulevard it is a short walk to picturesque downtown Gloucester and the heart of our famous fishing port and America's oldest seaport. 

Cape Ann boasts to be the Whale Watching Capital of the World and is home to many noted artists.  Rocky Neck in East Gloucester is the oldest operative art colony in the United States, and boasts more than thirty artists in residence, in a setting that is picturesque and artistically inspiring. 

Check with us for dates of the many area festivals held throughout the summer season.

Cape Ann Events 2008 (Chamber of Commerce Web Site)

Yankee Whale Watch and Deep Sea Fishing

Kayman Charters ~ Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Schooner Thomas E. Lannon ~ Schooner Sailing and Sightseeing

White Elephant Shop ~ Unique Antiques, Old Things, and Collectables

Anne Rowe Fishing Charters ~ Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Sweet Dream lll Sportfishing

Sandy B Fishing Charters

Tuna Hunter Fishing Charters

Capt. Bill & Sons Whale Watch