Tour di guida autoguidato di Cape Ann a Gloucester e Rockport

In breve

Tour di guida autoguidato di Cape Ann a Gloucester e Rockport è un'esperienza 2 h – 3 h privata a Gloucester, USA, organizzata da Stories with Action. I viaggiatori le assegnano 4,1 su 5 in 113 recensioni su Viator e Tripadvisor. I prezzi partono da 15,40 € a persona ed è disponibile la cancellazione gratuita. Incluso: Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour., Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help., Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included..

In sintesi

Durata

2 h – 3 h

Gruppo

Tour privato — solo il tuo gruppo

Lingue

English

Prelievo

Ritrovo al punto di partenza

Conferma

Conferma immediata

Viaggiatori

1–4 per prenotazione

Età

Viaggiatore 0–120

Cancellazione

Cancellazione gratuita (vedi termini)

Opzioni e disponibilità

• Cape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport

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Orari e prezzi provengono dal calendario aggiornato dell’operatore e vengono confermati al momento della prenotazione.

Panoramica

Itinerario

1. Tappa 1 · 10 min

   Our Cape Ann excursion begins at the Gloucester Visitor Information Center. We'll get our view breathtaking views of the waterfront from this point.
   
   Note: The tour is over 23.5 miles long, with more than 43 audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.
   
   New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

2. Tappa 2 · 5 min

   Instead of setting off on our drive right away, we'll first check out the most striking feature of the scenery: the massive Tablet Rock. In 1907, the plaque the rock was unveiled to Commemorate the first settlers in this area.

3. Tappa 3 · 5 min

   We can also choose to walk around this area before our driving, admiring the amazing views of the park, the ocean, and the city.

4. Tappa 4 · 5 min

   Our drive along Cape Ann's scenic harbor begins once we cross the canal. First, we'll admire Cape Ann's most famous momument: the Fisherman's Memorial. As we continue, we'll learn about the significance of fishing in Cape Ann's past — and the famous movie about it, "The Perfect Storm".

5. Tappa 5 · 5 min

   Here we can choose to pause again to explore Cape Ann's Harborwalk. Along the path are 41 granite slabs containing pieces of the town’s long, odd, sometimes sad history. These “story moments,” as they are called, were put together by teams of volunteers eager to show the world what Gloucester is made of. Taken together, they form a mosaic of this strange, beautiful place.

6. Tappa 6 · 5 min

   Cape Ann and Glouchester’s whale watching industry guarantees whale sightings with every voyage. Their boats often take passengers to a marine wildlife preserve that’s been called one of the top five whale-watching destinations in the entire world!

7. Tappa 7 · 5 min

   As we drive along scenic Cape Ann's waterfront, we'll discover beaches both big and small. We can choose to stop at one, some, or all, as we learn more about what's unique about each one.

8. Tappa 8 · 5 min

   Beauport, also known as Sleeper–McCann House, Little Beauport, or Henry Davis Sleeper House, is a beautiful historic home tucked away on the Cape Ann waterfront. As we drive, we'll dive back into Cape Ann's history.

9. Tappa 9 · 5 min

   During the early 1800s, maritime trade in Gloucester was booming. Ships traveling between these ports and China or India were turning enormous profits, and captains started to become especially anxious at the prospect of losing their extremely valuable cargo in a shipwreck. Enter: lighthouses!

10. Tappa 10 · 5 min

    Thacher Island is a small island off Cape Ann on the Massachusetts coast in the United States. It is a part of the Town of Rockport. It was a place where some naval confrontations, both minor and major, took place, which helped secure a victory for the colonists.

11. Tappa 11 · 5 min

    Annisquam Harbor Light Station is a historic lighthouse on Wigwam Point. As we approach, we'll learn more about shipwrecks, shipping, fishing, and maritime trade.

12. Tappa 12 · 5 min

    Our brings us to "the most painted building in America"!

13. Tappa 13 · 5 min

    This land was once home to a large number of bears, but don’t worry! They’re long gone now. According to legend, one such bear was caught by the tide and killed in 1700, which is how this place got its name.

14. Tappa 14 · 5 min

    Our scenic drive along Cape Ann now leaves Gloucester and brings us into Rockport. We'll learn more about Rockport and the region as we drive.

15. Tappa 15 · 5 min

    Granite Pier is one of the Rockport’s oldest piers. As you might have guessed, this used to be where ships would be loaded with granite for transport. As we explore the pier and nearby beaches, we'll get a better understanding of the Cape Ann of days past, and that of the present. Our drive then continues along Halibut Point and Harvey Reservation.

16. Tappa 16

    Halibut Point State Park and Halibut Point Reservation are adjacent parcels of conserved, oceanside land located on Cape Ann in the town of Rockport, Massachusetts.

17. Tappa 17

    Front Beach is a beautiful sandy beach on Sandy Bay in Rockport. From warm summer days to bright winter mornings, this beach is enjoyed by visitors

18. Tappa 18 · 5 min

    Located on Washington Street in the northern section of the City, this small, quiet beach has been enjoyed by families in Lanesville for many years. It is a great place to bring small children due to the small confines of the beach. Parking is limited and restricted to vehicles with a current City of Gloucester beach sticker.

19. Tappa 19

    Harvey Reservation is one of the best spots on Cape Ann to sit and watch the sunset. This small reservation offers a short trail, a granite bench, and a terrific spot for a seaside picnic.

20. Tappa 20 · 5 min

    Our scenic drive along Cape Ann has finally looped back to Stop 1! We're nearly back at the Gloucester Visitor Information Center.

Punto d'incontro

Valutazioni dei viaggiatori

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• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
• Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
• At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
• Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
• Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
• More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
• Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
• Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
• Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
• Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
• The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

Termini di cancellazione

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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