Title: Visit New Bedford: Best of New Bedford Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in New Bedford](https://expedia.ca/New-Bedford-Hotels.d1180.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in New Bedford](https://expedia.ca/New-Bedford-Vacation-Rentals.d1180.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to New Bedford](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-New-Bedford.d1180.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in New Bedford](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-New-Bedford.d1180.Travel-Guide-Activities)[New Bedford Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-New-Bedford.d1180.Car-Rental-Guide)[New Bedford Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/New-Bedford.d1180.Destination-Travel-Guides) # New Bedford ## Travel Guide ![The New Bedford Historic District is a National Historic Landmark District in New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States, west of the community's waterfront. During the 19th century, when the city was](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/ffc5d681-a17f-4ccc-952d-e122ff6c6e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The New Bedford Historic District is a National Historic Landmark District in New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States, west of the community's waterfront. During the 19th century, when the city was](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/ffc5d681-a17f-4ccc-952d-e122ff6c6e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Heading out from the ferry terminal, many fishing vessels docked in the area. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/cbd36f0f-12c8-449b-a69f-7be47eb3ca48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rich in history, a fantastic place to spend the day. I think they close fairly early but the second Thursday of every month is called Aha! Thursday and a lot of New Bedford is opened late, with discounts offered or even free. On Aha! Thursday, the Whaling Museum is opened till 8pm and is free. No excuse to miss it then!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/e20dad87-3b83-4301-8e4d-6c3b9e655c1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Bedford Harbor: Dredge, tugboat and Butler Flats Lighthouse.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/5cadbe2b-0d67-462b-9edb-e921daeb78b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit New Bedford Things to do Reviews ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_1180) - New Bedford Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in New Bedford ![Whaler Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27500/27418/d818de32_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Whaler Inn and Suites 500 Hathaway Rd New Bedford MA CA $115 CA $129 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in New Bedford. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Wonder Bowl and New Bedford Museum of Glass ... 8/10 Very Good! (97 reviews) Very clean Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=27418&PinnedHotelID=27418&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1180) ![Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3560000/3551400/3551384/eb19fbf7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford 185 Macarthur Drive New Bedford MA CA $173 CA $193 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Bedford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (824 reviews) Everyone was so kind. The room was super clean. The view was beautiful. Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=3551384&PinnedHotelID=3551384&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1180) ![New Bedford Harbor Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23260000/23251300/23251279/76e173eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### New Bedford Harbor Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel 222 Union St New Bedford MA CA $151 CA $169 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Bedford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) ROOM WAS NICE BUT SHOWER DIDN'T GET HOT Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=23251279&PinnedHotelID=23251279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=1180) [See all 1,914 properties in New Bedford](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026®ionId=1180) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![InnSeason Resorts Captain's Quarters](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1154100/1154022/7f1dbbf7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InnSeason Resorts Captain's Quarters 241 Grand Avenue Falmouth MA Stay at this aparthotel in Falmouth. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Falmouth Heights Beach and Island Queen Ferry ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews) Nice amenities and clean! Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Falmouth-Hotels-InnSeason-Resorts-Captains-Quarters.h1154022.Hotel-Information) ![Coastal chic meets French Provençal in this newly renovated oceanfront home. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66700000/66698300/66698285/ee45a1b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coastal chic meets French Provençal in this newly renovated oceanfront home. East Falmouth MA Book a stay at this beach vacation home in East Falmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Menauhant Beach and Falmouth Heights ... 10/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews) Scott is great to communicate with and is on top of any problems or issues and fixes them asap. House is always clean and ready beautiful location Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/East-Falmouth-Hotels-Coastal-Chic-Meets-French-Provencal-In-This-Newly-Renovated-Oceanfront-Home.h66698285.Hotel-Information) ![Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69240000/69239700/69239615/9c91c77e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dog Friendly Cottages w/ easy access to Newport, beaches, trails and vineyards Middletown RI Stay at this cottage in Middletown. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Thames Street and Newport ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews) We got early check in and the cottage worked out perfectly for us. Would def return! Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Newport-Hotels-Dog-Friendly-Cottages-W-Easy-Access-To-Newport.h69239615.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in New Bedford](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=1180&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check New Bedford hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03)[Mar 2 - Mar 3](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04)[Mar 3 - Mar 4](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=1180&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Rich in history, a fantastic place to spend the day. I think they close fairly early but the second Thursday of every month is called Aha! Thursday and a lot of New Bedford is opened late, with discounts offered or even free. On Aha! Thursday, the Whaling Museum is opened till 8pm and is free. No excuse to miss it then!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/e20dad87-3b83-4301-8e4d-6c3b9e655c1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Bedford Whaling Museum You can browse the exhibits at New Bedford Whaling Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to New Bedford. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Bedford-Whaling-Museum-New-Bedford.d6091777.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial view of New Bedford Whaling Museum building in New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park in historic downtown of New Bedford, Massachusetts MA, USA. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532666406/b2bf2ae2-36b0-4316-928e-a4c6387bdf2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Bedford Art Museum You can study the exhibits at New Bedford Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to New Bedford. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Bedford-Art-Museum-New-Bedford.d553248621532666406.Vacation-Attraction) ![St Anthony's of Padua Cath Church, Revere - Massachusetts](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532666423/9bf21169-a855-45f1-8c5f-4b1ec99fe838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Anthony of Padua Church St. Anthony of Padua Church is just one of the places to see in New Bedford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Anthony-Of-Padua-Church-New-Bedford.d553248621532666423.Vacation-Attraction) ![View this amazing collection in back of the antique store! Especially the glow-in-the-dark radon pieces.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1180/92e8958f-d894-45bc-8d4b-21c082c5a1ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Bedford Museum of Glass You can spend time exploring the galleries in New Bedford Museum of Glass during your travels in New Bedford. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Bedford-Museum-Of-Glass-New-Bedford.d553248621561930047.Vacation-Attraction) ![Buttonwood Park Zoo animal inhabitants](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6183450/c57207e1-5465-4644-be0a-b01d8b9b2c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buttonwood Park Zoo Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Buttonwood Park Zoo during your vacation in New Bedford? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Buttonwood-Park-Zoo-New-Bedford.d6183450.Vacation-Attraction) #### New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in New Bedford with a trip to New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. 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