Location: Plymouth
Top Things to do in Plymouth
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Plymouth, Massachusetts (MA)
It's no wonder that the Pilgrims fell in love with America when they landed at gorgeous Plymouth, set in the calm waters of Plymouth Harbor along Cape Cod Bay. It was here that the first English colonists made war and then peace with the Natives, celebrating their newfound cooperation with the first Thanksgiving dinner. Visit the landmarks that honor this piece of American history, from Plymouth Rock to Mayflower II to Burial Hill. Or just enjoy the sandy beaches and calm sea breeze.
Restaurants in Plymouth
1. Native Plymouth Tours
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5.0 based on 48 reviews
The first organized walking tours of historical downtown Plymouth, Massachusetts presented through the eyes and perspective of Native American Guides. Have fun learning the shared history of the Wampanoag and the Pilgrims in an enlightening and educational manner. We do tours year round by booking only for groups of 4 paid Adults or more!
2. Jabez Howland House
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5.0 based on 67 reviews
Howland, the son of two Mayflower passengers, bought this house in 1667.
Reviewed By jpatrickr - Bonita Springs, United States
Built by the son of Pilgrim John and Elizabeth Tilley Howland. The pilgrims actually stayed here during the winter months. Well restored building with many period artifacts and a nice tour. Very reasonable with a small but reasonably priced gift shop. Nice hand dipped candles!
3. The Jenney
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5.0 based on 499 reviews
Historic Plymouth Tours and Educational Programs. Your journey into history begins here. Discover Plymouth's History - a Walking Tour: Hear about the people, places, and events that shaped the beginning of our country as you walk through the historic district of Plymouth. Forefathers Monument Tour - This hidden gem is the largest free standing solid granite monument in our country. The faith of the Pilgrims will become real to you as you learn what each of the five statues represents. Business Not as Usual - Pilgrim Economics and Conversations with a Pilgrim: Our guides help visitors learn all aspects of the Pilgrim family including economics, education, government, and faith. All tours require a reservation. Visit our website for tour times and information. Open seasonally.
Reviewed By E9625YOjonathanm - Tuxedo Park, United States
If one didn't know better, it would be easy to believe that Leo Martin was the 103rd Mayflower pilgrim (or perhaps the 105th depending on how you count, but let Leo explain that to you himself). It was a true pleasure to spend time with someone so dedicated to helping us truly understand what we thought we already knew. The museum itself has an abundance of simple, well-presented information. It is not an exhibit of artifacts, but one focusing on the ideals and principles that helps puts the events of 1620 and beyond in perspective. Although it is possible to visit the Jenney Museum without taking advantage of one of the excellent tours, my wife and I highly recommend the Plymouth walking tour which covered a remarkable amount of ground in a little over an hour. Stops included Town Brook, Brewster Gardens, Leyden Street, Burial Hill, and of course, the Rock in all its glory (again I encourage you to experience Leo's commentary for yourself). Leo's presentation was a near-perfect combination of fact, philosophy, anecdotes, and witty commentary. At the conclusion I felt that I didn't just know about the Mayflower pilgrims, but that I knew the Mayflower pilgrims. This was truly the highlight of our visit to Plymouth!
4. Americana Theatre Company
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5.0 based on 72 reviews
Established in 2011, Americana Theatre Company is a non-profit professional theatre company. It is our mission to enliven the cultural atmosphere of the South Shore by telling stories that entertain and stories that matter.
5. Pilgrim Food Tours
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
Pilgrim Food Tours offers guided food tours of historic Plymouth. Tour participants will enjoy a scenic stroll through Downtown Plymouth, stopping along the way to enjoy food and beverages from some of the best restaurants and specialty shops in Plymouth. Participants will receive an insider's view into to the history, architecture, and culinary specialties that define our town. Tours last 3 hours and include an easy 1.25 miles of walking.
6. Pilgrim Hall Museum
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4.5 based on 443 reviews
America's oldest public museum is dedicated to the preservation and presentation of both Native American and Pilgrim artifacts.
Reviewed By Stoneforest88 - Boston, United States
We visited this museum in nov 2018. It is a great museum to visit with lots of information about plymouth and pilgrims and puritans who initially landed in plymouth in 1620.....definitely worth the visit!
7. Plymouth Night Tour
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Plymouth's Best Guides trained as real Paranormal investigators! History, haunting, and investigation!! Anything is possible... limited nights, 7pm. Tours begin at 65 Main St, Plymouth, in front of Guilty Bakery. FACE MASK IS REQUIRED!!!
8. Richard Sparrow House
9. Burial Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 335 reviews
William Bradford, the second governor of Plymouth Colony, is buried here.
Reviewed By suef2
The tombstones are all very well maintained and it was a pleasure to see a historical cemetery that was so well maintained. It is under a lot of trees so it's cooler and fun to walk through and see all the old names. Be advised, there are some hilly sections for those who can't walk well.
10. Mayflower Society House and Library
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
This museum is the headquarters for the General Society of Mayflower Descendants.
Reviewed By joa705 - Somerset, United States
Lovely docent tour for just $5 for AAA members and/or seniors. Otherwise just $7. About 45 minutes to learn the house history of this beautiful home. While there we met 12th generations of the Brewster heritage quite by accident who only learned of their heritage from a genelogy search. Tour are seasonal until October and run on the hour opens at 11AM. Up the hill from Plymouth Rock that have 10 minute tours and by the National Site near where the Mayflower was there are park ranger tours 3x a day.11,2 and 4 PM which are free.
