Where is Amesbury, Massachusetts

Amesbury is a city in the Merrimack Valley region of northeastern Massachusetts and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area in Essex County. It is located about 40 miles north of Boston and is known for its historic downtown, Powwow River, and nearby Lake Gardner. The city combines New England history with outdoor recreation and a vibrant local arts scene.

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Where is Amesbury Located?

Amesbury is a city located in Essex County, Massachusetts, the United States. The city lies in northeastern Massachusetts near the New Hampshire border along the Merrimack River. It is approximately 4 miles (6 km) north of Newburyport, 20 miles (32 km) southeast of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and about 40 miles (64 km) north of Boston. Amesbury is located at 42.8576° North latitude and 70.9300° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 17,366. Amesbury covers approximately 13.69 square miles (35.46 sq km). The city is known for its beautifully restored mill buildings, thriving downtown, and its role as the birthplace of famous abolitionist and poet John Greenleaf Whittier.

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Distance from Amesbury, MA to Nearby Cities

• Newburyport, MA – 4 miles (6 km)
• Salisbury, MA – 5 miles (8 km)
• Haverhill, MA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Newbury, MA – 8 miles (13 km)
• Georgetown, MA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Rowley, MA – 11 miles (18 km)
• Exeter, NH – 12 miles (19 km)
• Hampton, NH – 13 miles (21 km)
• Portsmouth, NH – 20 miles (32 km)
• Lawrence, MA – 18 miles (29 km)
• Andover, MA – 24 miles (39 km)
• Beverly, MA – 24 miles (39 km)
• Salem, MA – 28 miles (45 km)
• Lowell, MA – 31 miles (50 km)
• Manchester, NH – 37 miles (60 km)
• Boston, MA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Nashua, NH – 39 miles (63 km)
• Cambridge, MA – 42 miles (68 km)
• Concord, NH – 50 miles (80 km)
• Portland, ME – 68 miles (109 km)

Top Attractions in Amesbury

• Downtown Amesbury
• Lake Gardner
• Powwow River Walk
• John Greenleaf Whittier Home
• Cider Hill Farm
• Lowell's Boat Shop
• Amesbury Town Park
• Alliance Park
• Millyard Museum District
• Maudslay State Park (nearby)

Airports Near Amesbury

• Portsmouth International Airport at Pease (PSM) – 19 miles (31 km)
• Beverly Regional Airport (BVY) – 24 miles (39 km)
• Lawrence Municipal Airport (LWM) – 18 miles (29 km)
• Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) – 39 miles (63 km)
• Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) – 43 miles (69 km)

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Amesbury Website.

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