"ROCKPORT" a Rockport Travel Page by Pawtuxet

Rockport has always been a magnet for artists, boasting dozens of galleries along its main street and scattered amongst the interesting seaside architecture of the town. The phenomenal light in Rockport has inspired creative work for generations.
Rockport is an ideal base for visiting neighboring towns of Gloucester, Essex, Marblehead, Manchester-by-the-Sea and many other scenic destinations north of Boston.
Life revolves around the town square. Here we find a wonderful assortment of shops, restaurants and artist galleries. It has long been a tourist destination for those who want a good dose of salty air, some interesting shopping, and maybe a boat ride.....sliding over to the beach at the end of the day. Everything is within easy walking distance, so it is also ideal for bus trips. Dozens of buses drop their passengers for the day or afternoon....knowing there is surely enough to amuse their tourists.
The shoreline is fabulous from protected beaches to rocky cliffs to salt marsh. You can swim, kayak, sail, fish, and photograph til you run out of energy and then there is even more that you missed.
I never tire of Rockport....try to go at least once every year....stay 3 or 4 days and always want more.

At the tip of Bearskin Neck we found a violinist playing classical music in this vast, open, sunny space....The music was even more beautiful in this setting. I purchased his CD so I could remember that unique moment. He might be seen in Boston at Fanuel Hall or most anywhere he can find a beautiful arena and people to listen....