Ipswich, MA guidebook & things to do in nearby towns
Food scene
Nice for a special Occasion. Make a reservation, ask about last call hours. Often closed on Saturday’s for special events.
Grove
101 Main StNice for a special Occasion. Make a reservation, ask about last call hours. Often closed on Saturday’s for special events.
Ipswich Ale Brewer's Table
2 Soffron LnA nice, new local spot. Popular, make a reservation. Good food - fried pickles, rueben, burgers, salads and more.
Fox Creek Tavern
141 High StA nice, new local spot. Popular, make a reservation. Good food - fried pickles, rueben, burgers, salads and more.
Heart and Soul Cafe
0 Central StBreakfast, lunch, dinner live music at night, frozen yogurt.
Ithaki Modern Mediterranean
1A Hammatt StA local favorite. Very good.
Zumi’s Espresso
40 Market StFresh coffee, baked goods and ice cream
Choate Bridge Pub
3 S Main StLocal clams, bar food
Historic, memorable, bar area with large leather chairs. Nice for a special occasion- colonial atmosphere and decor.
11 locals recommend
1640 Hart House
51 Linebrook RdHistoric, memorable, bar area with large leather chairs. Nice for a special occasion- colonial atmosphere and decor.
Coastal Green Grocer Inc
51 Market StRiverview Restaurant
20 Estes StLocal favorite
Russell Orchards
Fresh foods and goods, ice cream, farm animals
Famous local clam shack/restaurant. Fresh lobster and sea food. Gift shop, ice cream. Featured in several movies including Mystic Pizza and Grown Ups.
37 locals recommend
Woodman's of Essex
119 Main StFamous local clam shack/restaurant. Fresh lobster and sea food. Gift shop, ice cream. Featured in several movies including Mystic Pizza and Grown Ups.
Pomodori
146 High StDelivers
Fresh baked goods, fresh picked produce, wine, gifts, toys and more. Visit with farm animals and pick your own fruits
30 locals recommend
Russell Orchards
Fresh baked goods, fresh picked produce, wine, gifts, toys and more. Visit with farm animals and pick your own fruits
Clam Box of Ipswich
246 High StAppleton Farms Dairy Store
209 County RdFresh produce, dairy
On the way to Crane Estate
Farm Bar & Grille
233 Western AveCK Pearl
112 Main StBoat House Grille Essex
234 John Wise AveShea's Riverside Restaurant & Bar
122 Main StShopping
Betsy Frost Design
4 Market StBe Modern
39 S Main StMid century Antiques and vintage furniture and goods
AnnTiques
45 South Main Street“a place for chefs, cooks, and anyone who loves food!” -cellardooripswich.com
Cellar Door Culinary, Wine & Craft Beer Shop
1 N Main St“a place for chefs, cooks, and anyone who loves food!” -cellardooripswich.com
Henry Bear's Park
3 Market StToy shop
Awesome Flea Market - antiques, snacks, vintage finds. Sunday mornings
12 locals recommend
Todd Farm Flea Market
285 Main StAwesome Flea Market - antiques, snacks, vintage finds. Sunday mornings
Nostos Boutique
21 S Main StVintage toys and more!
Olde Ipswich Shop & Gallery
83 County RdCVS
114 Central StForget-Me-Not Consignment Shop
28 Market StIpswich Pottery
315 High StSightseeing
Book tours in advance. Famous estate that has been featured in movies including 1980s thriller Flowers in the Attic, The Equalizer, Witches of Eastwick, soon to be released Alice Fades Away and more.
43 locals recommend
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
290 Argilla RdBook tours in advance. Famous estate that has been featured in movies including 1980s thriller Flowers in the Attic, The Equalizer, Witches of Eastwick, soon to be released Alice Fades Away and more.
Ipswich Museum
54 S Main StJohn Whipple House
1 S Main StWalking/Trails
Mass Audubon's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
87 Perkins RowStrawberry Hill
56 Jeffrey's Neck RdWillowdale State Forest
277 Linebrook RoadDow Brook
Sandy Point State Reservation
37-39 Refuge RdPlaces to work
Fastest internet in the North Shore. A professional and comfortable place to rent an office or work are for the day or longer. Conference rooms too!
Ipswich Public Library
25 N Main StHistoric
Gathr
42 Market StRent a workspace. Clean and welcoming work space
Transportation
Skip the traffic and take the train! If Boston is your final destination you can take the Commuter Rail to North Station. North Station is located in TD Garden -home of the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics, concerts, and many more great events! North Station is walking distance (about 10 min) to Fanuil Hall, Government Center and the North End. Downtown Crossing, Back Back Bay and Beacon Hill are a bit further of a walk, but doable on a nice day. There are Subway (the T) options from Government Center to get to Back Bay, Fenway, etc...
Check the Commuter rail schedule to Newburyport, Salem, Boston and other towns at https://www.mbta.com/schedules/commuter-rail
Commuter Rail Station (Ipswich)
Skip the traffic and take the train! If Boston is your final destination you can take the Commuter Rail to North Station. North Station is located in TD Garden -home of the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics, concerts, and many more great events! North Station is walking distance (about 10 min) to Fanuil Hall, Government Center and the North End. Downtown Crossing, Back Back Bay and Beacon Hill are a bit further of a walk, but doable on a nice day. There are Subway (the T) options from Government Center to get to Back Bay, Fenway, etc...
Check the Commuter rail schedule to Newburyport, Salem, Boston and other towns at https://www.mbta.com/schedules/commuter-rail
Activities
Foote Brothers Canoe / Kayak Rentals
230 Topsfield RdCrane Beach
Essex River Cruises & Charters
35 Dodge StNewburyport Whale Watch
54 Merrimac StMetroRock Newburyport
40 Parker StHenry Graf Jr. Memorial Skating Rink
28 Low StSchooner Thomas E. Lannon
63 Rogers StEssex Shipbuilding Museum station
Gloucester Fleet Deep Sea Fishing & Charters
75 Essex Ave