things to do in Newburyport, MA

Paddle Salem Harbor at your own pace from Salem Willows Park

Explore Salem's witch trials, revolutionary roots and harbor history by foot and boat

Discover Salem's witch trial history with a local Spanish-speaking guide

Sail Salem Sound with your group of up to 40 and enjoy a private, hands-on experience

Cruise to Stellwagen Bank on a narrated 3–4 hour whale watch

Sunset sailing aboard John Alden's racing yacht

Ride New Hampshire's Seacoast by e-bike with local maritime stories

Trade downtown scenery for undeveloped riverbanks

Spend eight hours targeting haddock, pollock, and other bottom fish in Massachusetts waters.

Try an easy-to-learn sport amid the Maine woods

Fish for mackerel on a 4-hour morning cruise with a family-run crew

Sail into the sunset with live Celtic tunes and sea shanties

Experience a calm private winter paddle with dry suits and an expert guide on sheltered New England waters

Master Sue’s marinade and enjoy bulgogi with Korean sides

Flow through low-impact yoga alongside playful baby fainting goats

Unwind on the harbor with your own snacks and drinks

Craft a personalized herbal tincture with mushrooms and plant medicine basics

A private sunset outing aboard a historic schooner

Pedal peaceful rail trails through Portsmouth’s woods and marshes

See New Hampshire from above in the quiet of a sunrise balloon flight

Stroll blooming sunflower fields with local crafts, food vendors, and weekend music

Challenge friends to more than a bull's-eye

Fish Hampton Beach inlets for striped bass or bluefish

See visiting schooners up close during Gloucester's Heritage Day celebration