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Ipswich

Massachusetts, United States · North America

About Ipswich

Ipswich sits on the route: 10 minutes from Rowley, 39km from Skinny House.

Ipswich is a town located in Massachusetts, United States. With a population of 4,222, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Ipswich sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ipswich to your route.

About Ipswich

Ipswich ( ) is a coastal town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 13,785 at the 2020 census. It contains the census-designated place of the same name. Home to Willowdale State Forest and Sandy Point State Reservation, Ipswich includes the southern part of Plum Island. A residential

Read more community with a vibrant tourism industry, the town is famous for its clams, celebrated annually at the Ipswich Chowderfest, and for Crane Beach, a barrier beach near the Crane estate. Ipswich was incorporated as a town in 1634.

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Ipswich offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Ipswich located?

Ipswich is located in Massachusetts, United States, North America. The coordinates are 42.6793 latitude, -70.8412 longitude.

What is the population of Ipswich?

Ipswich has a population of approximately 4,222 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
4,222
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Massachusetts
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
42.6793, -70.8412

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Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Ipswich

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Skinny House

Boston's narrowest house, four storeys tall and just 10.4 feet across at its widest, tapering to 6.2 feet inside: narrow enough to touch both walls. Wedged into Hull Street opposite Copp's Hill Burying Ground.

39 km · about 45 min drive

museum

Museum of Fine Arts Boston

One of the most comprehensive art museums in the world, with exceptional collections of Asian, Egyptian, and Impressionist art.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Nubble Lighthouse (Cape Neddick Light)

Perched on a rocky islet just off York, Maine, this 1879 lighthouse is one of the most photographed in the world: a signature stop on a coastal US-1 road trip through southern Maine.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Nearby Destinations

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Rowley

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 1,416

Essex

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 1,471

Wenham

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 4,518

Topsfield

🇺🇸 United States

10 km awayPop. 2,717

Manchester-by-the-Sea

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 5,366

Boxford

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 2,339

Danvers

🇺🇸 United States

14 km awayPop. 26,493

Beverly

🇺🇸 United States

14 km awayPop. 41,186

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