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\nMany know this quaint New England downtown as a haven for artists and as a place to relax by the sea. The locally-owned shops, restaurants and well-kept historic homes and buildings lend a hometown feel that also translates well to vacationers seeking a getaway but one with authenticity. The nearby ocean beaches rank amongst some of the best in New England.<\/p>\n
Can you guess this quaint downtown?<\/p>\n
It’s downtown Rockport, Massachusetts!<\/p>\n
Located on the North Shore of Massachusetts, Rockport is part of the beautiful Cape Ann region which also includes destinations like Gloucester<\/a>, Salem<\/a>, Essex, Newburyport<\/a> and Manchester-by-the-Sea. You are also minutes from Woodman’s of Essex<\/a>, one of the most famous seafood shacks in New England, as well as being the inventor of the fried clam!<\/p>\n A highlight of downtown Rockport: Bearskin Neck which features art galleries, cute shops and seafood places to eat. Another famous destination is Motif Number 1<\/a>, a red-painted fish shack that is known as one of the most painted buildings in America. It is a classic, quintessential New England scene.<\/p>\n I highly recommend you visit this beautiful seaside village with the quaint downtown!<\/p>\n For more information on Rockport, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n