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Hammond Castle

80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930
978-283-7673
Ranked #4 of 27 attractions in Gloucester
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Castles, History Museums, Art Museums
Traveler Description: Hammond castle was built by John Hays Hammond Jr. inventor of the remote control. The castle is a place to house a unique collection of medieval... more »
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Toronto, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Interesting and unique castle. Good to check out on the way to go whale watching in Gloucester More

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Salem, Massachusetts
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
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Followed the map to get to the place several miles from the city. It was closed, only opened on the weekends. Nothing indicated this to us before we wasted our time. More

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Chicago, Illinois
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

Great history, great building, in a great place! Take the tour, then wander about the grounds. More

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South Deerfield, Massachusetts
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

love this place! Go if you can! Love the stories told her. More

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Gloucester, Massachusetts
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

a good place to go when it has been raining for days and you can't figure anything else out to do while on vacation More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012

This is a really fun place to spend some time with kids. We like to visit on rainy days. It is ecclectic and odd and fascinating and educational - a great combination to keep everyone interested! More

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new york
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2012

we visited Hammond Castle during february break week and got to experience the "ghost" tour. The docent is a very entertaining, informative and personable man. he made the visit to the castle a "must see". the castle itself and the grounds are amazing but go when you can experience a tour as you will learn so much about the history... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

This place is little gem hidden in Magnolia. Perfect for any sort of photosession, wedding or just to enjoy nice views! Been there at least 3 times and every time discover something new. Strongly recommend! More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

Can't speak for the interior, but the gounds are nice. Not easy to find, so make sure you have a working GPS! More

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Stoneham, MA
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

Lots inside in all weather - the home of a very strange but brilliant inventor in love with the Middle Ages. But in the spring, summer and fall, the outdoors and views of the water and flowers are spectacular More

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