What to do in NBPT

Newburyport is one of my favorite places to be.  Charlie grew up in town – we now live in Amesbury, which is a few minutes away. NBPT is straight out of a Dicken’s tale – with  cobblestone streets, brick buildings, lots of nature to play in and the ocean is moments away.  Many cute, but expensive, stores to shop in and a beautiful boardwalk to stroll as you see the boats leave and enter via the Merrimac River.  We’ve found some great places to eat.  We take our dog, Cleo, to Maudsley State Park and set her free.  It’s minutes to the boating, beaching,  fishing, nature trails and bird watching.  We even have a bald eagles that winter here – bird watchers go crazy.  There are beautiful homes in town to admire.  We can head 25 minutes South and arrive in historic Salem, MA – site of the famous witch trials.  We can head 25 minutes North and arrive in a seaside Port, Portsmouth.  Portsmouth is much bigger than Newburyport and has a genuine submarine that you can explore.  You could go Northward still (1/2 hr) – and explore the beauty of Maine.  We hope you enjoy your stay!  I can’t wait to spend time with you in a place that I consider home, and make new memories.

Things To Do:

Beachcombing at Plum Island a natural landscape with 9 miles of ocean beach, sandy dunes and tidal salt marshes.

Birding at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge – considered one of the best year round bird watching destinations in North America.

Boating – Deep Sea Fishing * Charters * Whale Watching * River cruises * Kayaking * Swimming * Scenic coastline beaches

History Sites – The Custom House Maritime Museum * Cushing House Museum * Lowell Boat Shop * Spencer-Pierce-Little Farm * Oak Hill Burying Ground *

Explore – Maudslay State Park a 400 acre wooded estate with 19th century gardens – bike, hike, ,jog or enjoy horseback riding with rolling agricultural land and mountain laurels. Includes 2 miles of frontage on the Merrimack River great for picnics

For the kids – Moseley Woods This park overlooks the Merrimack River at the crossroads of Merrimac and Spofford and Moseley streets. This park provides a roofed pavilion, play equipment for children, and with prior notification, allows gas grills to be brought onto the premises. Please see the Moseley Woods website for more details.

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