About Cape Ann
Cape Ann is a rocky peninsula located in northeastern Massachusetts on the Atlantic Ocean. The cape is located approximately 30 miles northeast of Boston and forms the northern edge of Massachusetts Bay. The towns of Gloucester, Essex, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport comprise Cape Ann.
The City of Gloucester
Gloucester - Gloucester was originally a part of the town of Rockport but in 1840 officially separated and was incorporated as a city in 1973.
The City of Beverly
Beverly - Beverly was originally a part of Salem and was first settled in 1626. The city officially separated from Salem in 1668.
The City of Rockport
Rockport - Rockport was first settled in 1623 and was incorporated as a town in 1840. Rockport is surrounded by the city of Gloucester on the east and the Atlantic Ocean on the rest of its sides. Rockport is located a distance of 35 miles northeast of Boston.
Manchester by the Sea
Manchester - Manchester-by-the-Sea is a town on Cape Ann, in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States.The town is known for scenic beaches and vista points.
The City of Ipswich
Ipswich - Ipswich is a coastal town in Essex County, MA, US. Home to Willowdale State Forest and Sandy Point State Reservation, Ipswich includes the southern part of Plum Island.
The Town of Essex
Essex - Essex was first settled in 1634 and officially incorporated as a town in 1819. Currently the town is a part of Massachusetts' Essex County. It is surrounded by the towns/cities of Hamilton, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Gloucester and Ipswich. Essex is located a distance of 26 miles north of Boston.