Food scene
Amazing seafood dishes! Plenty of outdoor seating. Takeout available, especially during COVID
30 locals recommend
Bob Lobster
49 Plum Island TurnpikeAmazing seafood dishes! Plenty of outdoor seating. Takeout available, especially during COVID
Plum Island Grille
2035 2 Plum Island TurnpikeLocal favorite for grab and go bagels and more! French toast bagels are a popular choice
24 locals recommend
Abraham's Bagels
11 Liberty StLocal favorite for grab and go bagels and more! French toast bagels are a popular choice
Stone Crust Pizza
8 Pleasant StNewburyport favorite for crispy pizza and healthy salads!
This small shop has a wonderful selection of fresh donuts, some Gluten Free sweet options, and delicious coffee
6 locals recommend
The Angry Donut and Cafe
42 inn stThis small shop has a wonderful selection of fresh donuts, some Gluten Free sweet options, and delicious coffee
Great breakfast spot on the island! Grab a bite to eat before heading to the beach
40 locals recommend
Mad Martha's Cafe
51 Northern BlvdGreat breakfast spot on the island! Grab a bite to eat before heading to the beach
Great place to get ice cream and iced coffee right on the beach!
Georgie Porgie's Ice Cream Factory, LLC
2 Northern BlvdGreat place to get ice cream and iced coffee right on the beach!
Groceries and Essentials
Plum Island Provisions
29 Plum Island TurnpikeFor nearby necessities, this store is a short walk
Market Basket Plaza
17 Storey AveActivities
Scenic hiking - enjoy Plum Island’s beautiful views and wildlife.
Refuge visitor center UPDATED HOURS: starting January 11th 2019, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
The center features multimedia exhibits, an auditorium where visitors can view an introductory video about the refuge, a multipurpose room, and The Plover’s Nest gift shop (operated by the Friends of Parker River National Wildlife refuge).
The refuge itself provides many visitor opportunities. From the 6.5 mile long Wildlife Drive, visitors can view wildlife in a variety of habitats including salt marsh, dune, and maritime forest. The Hellcat Interpretive Trail boardwalk includes both a marsh and dune loop. A number of other boardwalks provide access to the refuge’s ocean beach (when the beaches aren’t closed because of piping plover management – April 1st thru late summer). Two observation towers, the handicap accessible Pine Trail, the Bill Forward Bird Blind, and a number of other wildlife viewing areas provide almost limitless opportunities to observe, photograph and otherwise enjoy wildlife.
64 locals recommend
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Refuge RoadScenic hiking - enjoy Plum Island’s beautiful views and wildlife.
Refuge visitor center UPDATED HOURS: starting January 11th 2019, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
The center features multimedia exhibits, an auditorium where visitors can view an introductory video about the refuge, a multipurpose room, and The Plover’s Nest gift shop (operated by the Friends of Parker River National Wildlife refuge).
The refuge itself provides many visitor opportunities. From the 6.5 mile long Wildlife Drive, visitors can view wildlife in a variety of habitats including salt marsh, dune, and maritime forest. The Hellcat Interpretive Trail boardwalk includes both a marsh and dune loop. A number of other boardwalks provide access to the refuge’s ocean beach (when the beaches aren’t closed because of piping plover management – April 1st thru late summer). Two observation towers, the handicap accessible Pine Trail, the Bill Forward Bird Blind, and a number of other wildlife viewing areas provide almost limitless opportunities to observe, photograph and otherwise enjoy wildlife.
Riverside Cycle
50 Water StFor those who wish to rent bikes, this is a popular rental shop
This is a beautiful low-key beach that can be easily accessed around the corner from the house. Turn left onto Dartmouth Way to access the beach
Newbury Beach
This is a beautiful low-key beach that can be easily accessed around the corner from the house. Turn left onto Dartmouth Way to access the beach
This is a popular beach on Plum Island, but is located farther from the house
19 locals recommend
Plum Island Beach
North Reservation TerraceThis is a popular beach on Plum Island, but is located farther from the house
This park features 19th century gardens and plantings, rolling meadows, towering pines, and one of the largest naturally-occurring stands of mountain laurel in Massachusetts. It's the perfect place for a walk, bike ride or picnic. Educational programs are offered during the summer
57 locals recommend
Maudslay State Park
74 Curzon Mill RdThis park features 19th century gardens and plantings, rolling meadows, towering pines, and one of the largest naturally-occurring stands of mountain laurel in Massachusetts. It's the perfect place for a walk, bike ride or picnic. Educational programs are offered during the summer
Very fun family-oriented farm with play areas, pick-your-own fruit, and a full farm store. There are also hard cider tastings and food trucks on the weekends
18 locals recommend
Cider Hill Farm
45 Fern AveVery fun family-oriented farm with play areas, pick-your-own fruit, and a full farm store. There are also hard cider tastings and food trucks on the weekends
Shopping
Local gift store for great finds and souvenirs. This store offers many 100% natural products for the face and body for men, women, children, and even dogs!
The Plum Island Soap Company
205 Northern BlvdLocal gift store for great finds and souvenirs. This store offers many 100% natural products for the face and body for men, women, children, and even dogs!
Jabberwocky Bookshop
50 Water StA favorite for book lovers. This store also offers toys and books for kids
An interesting assortment of old and new items. A fun stroll, even if just for window shopping
7 locals recommend
Oldies Marketplace
27 Rear Water StAn interesting assortment of old and new items. A fun stroll, even if just for window shopping
A beautiful selection of gifts made from salt, including lighting/ candle holders, salt slabs, and cookbooks
Salt Cellar
28 State StA beautiful selection of gifts made from salt, including lighting/ candle holders, salt slabs, and cookbooks
Traveler advice
What to pack
Plum island essentials
In warmer weather, beach clothes and sandals are a must! Bring some sweatshirts and a raincoat just in case the ocean breeze gets chilly at night. If you like to hike, bring some sneakers or boots to explore the parks and reservations. In winter and fall be sure to pack warm clothes and a jacket