Ocean Park Retreat Marblehead Guidebook
Food scene
Delicious French bistro-inspired cuisine - inventive cocktails and fine wines. From an affordable bistro burger and frites to savory mussels, you will love it.
47 locals recommend
5 Corners Kitchen
2 School StDelicious French bistro-inspired cuisine - inventive cocktails and fine wines. From an affordable bistro burger and frites to savory mussels, you will love it.
A cozy winter spot with a lovely outdoor patio for warm months, you'll love host Emily Brankman's speical touches. Great cocktails, wood-fired pizzas, and hearty American fare.
7 locals recommend
Sea Salt
126 Washington StA cozy winter spot with a lovely outdoor patio for warm months, you'll love host Emily Brankman's speical touches. Great cocktails, wood-fired pizzas, and hearty American fare.
BIG cocktails, sailors and local seafood. You'll love the prices in this dark, crowded pub.
35 locals recommend
Maddie's Sail Loft
15 State StBIG cocktails, sailors and local seafood. You'll love the prices in this dark, crowded pub.
Crosby's Marketplace
62 Central StBest local grocery store with beer and wine.
Shubie's Marketplace
16 Atlantic AveEat Well Kitchen
12 Atlantic AveSettler
2 Lynde StThe Landing Restaurant
81 Front StreetAdea's Mediterranean Kitchen
90 Lafayette StA & J King Artisan Bakers
48 Central StCaramel French Patisserie
281 Essex StTerrys Old Fashion Ice Cream Shop
22 Atlantic AveFresca Pizza and Pasta
50 Atlantic AvePlus Cafe
34 Atlantic Ave
The Beacon Restaurant & Bar
123 Pleasant StreetNotch Brewery & Tap Room
283R Derby StChannel Marker Brewing LLC
95 Rantoul StOld Planters Brewing Co.
232 Rantoul StFar From The Tree Cider
108 Jackson StThe Blue Ox
191 Oxford StLedger Restaurant
125 Washington StGreat Indian food... not the greatest looking restaurant but the food is fantastic 👌🏻
12 locals recommend
Anmol Restaurant (Pick-Up Available)
258 Rantoul StGreat Indian food... not the greatest looking restaurant but the food is fantastic 👌🏻
FRANK
112 Rantoul StCasa Corona
33 Smith StMarblehead House of Pizza Inc
7 Atlantic AveManhattan Sandwich Company
1 Bessom StCafe Vesuvius Marblehead
18 Bessom StLittle Harbor Lobster Company
3 Beacon StJava Sun Coffee Roasters Inc
35 Atlantic AveCasa Mia Cucina Italiana
261 Washington StCaffé Italia Trattoria
10 School StWhole Foods Market
331 Paradise RdTiny hole in the wall, off the beaten track but lovely "cakie" donuts.
7 locals recommend
Ziggy's & Sons Donuts
2 Essex StTiny hole in the wall, off the beaten track but lovely "cakie" donuts.
Coffee Time Bake Shop
96 Bridge StHouse-made goodies of all types:)
Backbeat Brewing Company
31A Park StBeer!
Gentile Brewing Company
59 Park StLocal brews:)
Great Brewery in magnificent setting...well worth the scenic drive.
15 locals recommend
Great Marsh Brewing Company
99 Main StGreat Brewery in magnificent setting...well worth the scenic drive.
The Little Store
9 Green StGreat little Italian Restaurant, great prices and it's BYOB:)
Lolo Poke Beverly
503 Rantoul StGreat healthy grain bowls...delicious and nutritious !
Elia Taverna Marblehead
261 Washington StreetGreek food...yummy:)
SCOOP By Sea Salt
118 Washington StreetICE CREAM!
Njord Haven
408 Humphrey StreetDanish/Asian Fusion food..interesting concept and cool modern space!
Tambo 22
22 Adams StreetDelicious upscale Peruvian fare...highly recommend this place:)
Spitfire Tacos Marblehead
87 Pleasant StreetGreat elevated street food style Tacos
Amores Kitchen Bar
165 Pleasant StreetUpscale Mexican food
Soall Bistro
10 Bessom StGreat value, great Vietnamese food
Sightseeing
Drive out to the Marblehead lighthouse and enjoy Chandler Hovey Park. Bring a picnic and sit on the rocks in the sun and ocean breeze.
14 locals recommend
Chandler Hovey Park
Lighthouse LaneDrive out to the Marblehead lighthouse and enjoy Chandler Hovey Park. Bring a picnic and sit on the rocks in the sun and ocean breeze.
Devereux Beach
Sandy beaches, life guards as well as a seasonal cafe
The Jeremiah Lee Mansion
161 Washington StWonderful historic mansion. A must-see!
A wonderful local gallery and historic home with affordable art, special events and more.
11 locals recommend
Marblehead Arts Association
8 Hooper StA wonderful local gallery and historic home with affordable art, special events and more.
Fort Sewall
8 Fort Sewall LnCrocker Park
Castle Rock
Castle Rock LaneLovely and varied trails, dog friendly, see deer, snapping turtles, birds and coyotes... fabulous any time of the year.
6 locals recommend
Salem Woods
Willson StreetLovely and varied trails, dog friendly, see deer, snapping turtles, birds and coyotes... fabulous any time of the year.
Steer Swamp Conservation Area
188 Washington StShort trails, wildlife and lovely in any season.
Beautiful pond next to Historic Burial Hill Graveyard, fish for Sunfish, Bass and fresh water Cray's or just watch the Model Boat Club race the sail boats.
9 locals recommend
Redd's Pond
Beautiful pond next to Historic Burial Hill Graveyard, fish for Sunfish, Bass and fresh water Cray's or just watch the Model Boat Club race the sail boats.
Peabody Essex Museum
161 Essex StCrowninshield Island
Gerry Island
Black Joe's Pond
Grace Oliver Beach
Cape Ann Whale Watch
415 Main StEssex River Cruises & Charters
35 Dodge StThe House of the Seven Gables
115 Derby StGas House Beach
Preston Beach
454 Atlantic AveSalem Ferry
10 Blaney StLynn Woods
106 Pennybrook RdAbbot Hall
188 Washington St
Hawthorn Pond Conservation Area
188 Washington St
Ware Pond
Russell Orchards
Tiki Hut Boats Corp
10 Blaney StWolf Hollow station
Appleton Farms
Massachusetts 1AMarblehead Museum
170 Washington StWyman Woods
Walk thru the woods next to the Salem harbor
Rail trail is great for cycling or walking north to Salem or south as far as Nahant
Marblehead Rail-Trail
Marblehead Rail-TrailRail trail is great for cycling or walking north to Salem or south as far as Nahant
Nahant Beach
1 Nahant RdGreat beach but non residents are charged a hefty parking fee
Mahi Harbor Cruises & Private Events
24 Congress StSchooner Fame
86 Wharf StForest River Conservation Area
408 Loring AveOlde Salem Greens Golf Course
75 Wilson StBeverly Commons Conservation Area
Greenwood AvenueSUP East Coast Style
102 Ocean AvenueGreat way to explore Marblehead harbor and great views of the town.
Little Harbor Boathouse Kayak • Standup Paddle • Fish
40 Doaks LnGreat way to explore the harbor!
City/town information
Great historic New England town, Marblehead was a major shipyard and is often referred to as the birthplace of the American Navy, a title sometimes disputed with nearby Beverly. Marblehead was once the fishing capital of Massachusetts. It is also the origin of Marine Corps Aviation. Three US Navy ships have been named USS Marblehead. A center of recreational boating, it is a popular sailing, kayaking and fishing destination. Several yacht clubs were established here in the late 19th century, which continue to be centers of sailing.
It is home to the Marblehead Light, Fort Sewall, Little Harbor, Marblehead Neck Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary, Crocker Park, and Devereux Beach. Archibald Willard's famous painting The Spirit of '76 currently resides in Abbot Hall.
29 locals recommend
Marblehead
Great historic New England town, Marblehead was a major shipyard and is often referred to as the birthplace of the American Navy, a title sometimes disputed with nearby Beverly. Marblehead was once the fishing capital of Massachusetts. It is also the origin of Marine Corps Aviation. Three US Navy ships have been named USS Marblehead. A center of recreational boating, it is a popular sailing, kayaking and fishing destination. Several yacht clubs were established here in the late 19th century, which continue to be centers of sailing.
It is home to the Marblehead Light, Fort Sewall, Little Harbor, Marblehead Neck Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary, Crocker Park, and Devereux Beach. Archibald Willard's famous painting The Spirit of '76 currently resides in Abbot Hall.
A historic coastal city in Essex County, Massachusetts located in the North Shore region. Continuous settlement by Europeans began in 1626 and Salem would become one of the most significant seaports in early American history.
Salem is a residential and tourist area that is home to the House of Seven Gables, Salem State University, Pioneer Village, the Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Salem Willows Park, and the Peabody Essex Museum. It features historic residential neighborhoods in the Federal Street District and the Charter Street Historic District.
Much of the city's cultural identity reflects its role as the location of the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692, as featured in Arthur Miller's The Crucible. Police cars are adorned with witch logos, a public elementary school is known as Witchcraft Heights, and the Salem High School athletic teams are named the Witches. Gallows Hill was originally believed to be the site of numerous public hangings and is currently a park used as a playing field for various sports.
164 locals recommend
Salem
A historic coastal city in Essex County, Massachusetts located in the North Shore region. Continuous settlement by Europeans began in 1626 and Salem would become one of the most significant seaports in early American history.
Salem is a residential and tourist area that is home to the House of Seven Gables, Salem State University, Pioneer Village, the Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Salem Willows Park, and the Peabody Essex Museum. It features historic residential neighborhoods in the Federal Street District and the Charter Street Historic District.
Much of the city's cultural identity reflects its role as the location of the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692, as featured in Arthur Miller's The Crucible. Police cars are adorned with witch logos, a public elementary school is known as Witchcraft Heights, and the Salem High School athletic teams are named the Witches. Gallows Hill was originally believed to be the site of numerous public hangings and is currently a park used as a playing field for various sports.
Marblehead Antiques
118 Pleasant StAbbot Public Library
3 Pleasant StGerry Playground
Stramski WayCVS
200 Essex StNeighborhoods
Marblehead Historic District
Walk to the Historic District for local shops, souvenirs, art and more!
Marblehead Neck
Movie Theatre
Warwick Place
123 Pleasant StCabot Street Cinema Theatre
286 Cabot St