Rocky and historic, Gloucester and aptly named Rockport combine for a beautiful northern Massachusetts destination perfect for a leisurely day trip.

Often outshone by its more famous neighbor, Salem, Gloucester's past is punctuated with tales of heroism and high seas adventure, and lovelorn widows forced to raise their children alone. 
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10 Ways To Spend Father's Day In & Around Boston

BOSTON (WBZ) ―

Looking for a new, different way to spend this Father's Day? From pirates to picnics or PawSox, we have some ideas across all price ranges.


A PIRATE ADVENTURE: What Dad doesn't love to play pirate? Stage Fort Park in Gloucester is the scene of an annual Pirate Faire each Father's Day weekend. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the fair features audience involved entertainment, music, food and a marketplace – all set on "Pirate Island." The Pirate Faire is rain or shine and costs $12 for adults and $8 for kids.

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