Almost everyone has heard of Cape Cod, but many people don't realize that there's another Cape in Massachusetts. Visit the charming town of Rockport, 40 miles northeast of Boston on Cape Ann, settled in 1690. Artists flock there to capture the rustic coastal landscape. Purchase many of their creations at galleries in the charming, classically New England town center, where you can spend hours on end browsing the adorable shops. The town is also famous for great sailing. Charter a boat or take lessons at the local yacht club. While you're on the water, visit Thacher Island, just a mile offshore, and its twin lighthouses.
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Almost everyone has heard of Cape Cod, but many people don't realize that there's another Cape in Massachusetts. Visit the charming town of Rockport, 40 miles northeast of Boston on Cape Ann, settled in 1690. Artists flock there to capture the rustic coastal landscape. Purchase many of their creations at galleries in the charming, classically New England town center, where you can spend hours on end browsing the adorable shops. The town is also famous for great sailing. Charter a boat or take lessons at the local yacht club. While you're on the water, visit Thacher Island, just a mile offshore, and its twin lighthouses. 