Gloucester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gloucester

With a population of 28.789, Gloucester is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gloucester to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Gloucester

If you’re looking for affordable options, Latitude 43 (25 Rogers St.) and Tonno (2 Main St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Mile Marker One Restaurant (75 Essex Ave) and The Rudder (73 Rocky Neck Ave) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Gloucester.

When to visit Gloucester

Gloucester in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gloucester in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gloucester

Plane

When flying to Gloucester, you’ll arrive at Beverly (BVY), which is located 21 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Gloucester departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gloucester.

Car

Another option to get to Gloucester is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 43 km from Gloucester. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gloucester, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Providence, the bus ride to Gloucester takes 97 km and will cost you around $16. From Providence, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 169 km.

Plane

When flying to Gloucester, you’ll arrive at Beverly (BVY), which is located 21 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Gloucester departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gloucester.

Car

Another option to get to Gloucester is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 43 km from Gloucester. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gloucester, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Providence, the bus ride to Gloucester takes 97 km and will cost you around $16. From Providence, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 169 km.

Airports near Gloucester

Airlines serving Gloucester

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gloucester

Most booked hotels in Gloucester

Beauport Hotel Gloucester
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 229 reviews)
$256+
Hampton Inn Salem Boston
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1472 reviews)
$231+
Hawthorne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 705 reviews)
$203+
Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 51 reviews)
$190+
Sea Lion Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 257 reviews)
$161+
Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1181 reviews)
$251+

Renting a car in Gloucester

Renting a car in Gloucester costs $38 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 88% cheaper than airport locations in Gloucester.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Gloucester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Gloucester is Compact (Kia Niro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gloucester costs $38 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 88% cheaper than airport locations in Gloucester.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Gloucester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Gloucester is Compact (Kia Niro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.