Travel Back In Time: 8 Things To Do In Plymouth Massachusetts

Walk Pilgrim Memorial State Park

Centrally located, offers harbor views, dog-friendly, ideal for relaxing between exploring Mayflower II and Plymouth Rock.

Learn about 17th Century Indigenous Life

Historic Patuxet Homesite, live replica of Wampanoag life, explore traditional homes and gardens, interactive learning experience.

Go Below Deck on Mayflower II

Full-scale replica, immersive educational experience, learn about 17th-century ship-building technology, reopens mid-April through Thanksgiving 2024.

See Plymouth Rock

Famous landmark, symbol of freedom, located in Pilgrim Memorial State Park, often smaller and less impressive than expected.

Watch Grinding of Corn

Plimoth Grist Mill, a reconstruction of the first mill built by pilgrims, witness corn and wheat grinding, hands-on water power exhibit.

Go Whale Watching

Captain John’s Whale Watching, 4-hour trips from Plymouth Harbor, see various whale species, educational experience, available mid-April through mid-October.

Visit the Massasoit Statue

Located across from Plymouth Rock, honors Wampanoag leader Massasoit Sachem, acknowledge the history and resilience of the Wampanoag people.

Live Like a Pilgrim

17th Century English Village, real-life replica of pilgrim life, explore furnished houses and gardens, roleplayers provide authentic experience, open late March through Thanksgiving weekend.