Rockport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rockport

With a population of 4,966, Rockport 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 Rockport to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Rockport

Rockport in February
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rockport in February
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rockport in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.8″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Rockport, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Rockport

Plane

Although Rockport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 45 km from Rockport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rockport departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rockport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rockport to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rockport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 49 km from Rockport. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rockport, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Portland, the bus ride to Rockport takes 185 km and will cost you around $32. From New York, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

Although Rockport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Boston Logan Airport (BOS), which is located 45 km from Rockport. Boston Logan Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Rockport departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Rockport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Rockport to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $15 for a 2h 27m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rockport is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 49 km from Rockport. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rockport, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. From Portland, the bus ride to Rockport takes 185 km and will cost you around $32. From New York, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 435 km.

Airlines serving Rockport

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,299 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rockport

Average rates range from around $261 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $280 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rockport

Most booked hotels in Rockport

The Seafarer Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 126 reviews)
$256+
Addison Choate
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 133 reviews)
$217+
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 228 reviews)
$256+
Yankee Clipper Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 131 reviews)
$200+
The Cove at Rockport
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 279 reviews)
$197+
Ocean House Hotel at Bass Rocks
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 52 reviews)
$193+

Renting a car in Rockport

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Rockport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Rockport is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Rockport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Rockport is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.