Daytripping

A great aspect about living in the Boston area is the fact that it's so easy to take a day trip north, south, east or west and you'll always find something pleasing.  Gloucester and Rockport are two destinations that are less than an hour from Boston and have lots to offer. 

Fisherman's Memorial

  Gloucester, "America's Oldest Seaport",  is an active fishing community with a proud history.  It's easy to sense the hard work of this community as the fishing crews dock their boats and unload their catch. A must-see along the Gloucester harbor is the Fisherman's Memorial.  A symbol of Gloucester's past, the Fisherman's Memorial acts like a guard to the fleets as they leave the harbor on their next journey out to sea.  The names of fishermen that have perished at sea are listed at the site.  The memorial states that over ten thousand Gloucester fishermen have been lost at sea.  Ten thousand fishermen died trying to make a living. That amount is a staggering figure.  I like to think that the Fisherman's Memorial is also a welcome sight to those fishing vessels that have returned safely to their community and families.

George's Coffee Shop

 While strolling along the harbor area be sure to check out the many restaurants and shops that Gloucester has to offer.  There are plenty of seaside eateries but if you want a good neighborhood spot head to George's Coffee Shop.  It's located a couple blocks from Main Street and serves breakfast and lunch until about 1:30pm.  (Breakfast is served all day) George's Coffee Shop has friendly service and the food is hearty.  A nice touch in the restaurant are the various sports photographs displayed on the shelves.  Customers can buy the photos and half the proceeds will go towards the purchase of phone cards for the troops.

Another area of Gloucester that is definitely worth visiting is Rocky Neck.  Located in East Gloucester, Rocky Neck is an artists' enclave bursting with creativity.  There are various art galleries and shops to visit in this quaint section of town.  You can't help but be inspired when walking around Rocky Neck. 

Gloucester Harbor

George's Coffee Shop is located at 178 Washington St.