What to do in Plymouth, MA

Activities, attractions and tours

Plymouth which includes shopping
Plymouth which includes shopping
Pilgrim Hall Museum which includes flowers
Burial Hill featuring a cemetery
Plymouth which includes 4-wheel driving

Plymouth Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Plymouth has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Plymouth is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Plymouth to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Plymouth Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Plymouth.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Plymouth attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Plymouth Rock featuring a garden as well as a small group of people

Plymouth Rock

4/5(15 reviews)

No American historical tour is complete without a personal encounter with this symbol of national identity and origins.

Plymouth Rock
Plymouth Harbor showing a coastal town and a marina

Plymouth Harbor

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Visit the place where the Mayflower dropped anchor and the Pilgrims first touched the New World, a focal point of any visit to Plymouth.

Plymouth Harbor
Girl walking on the beach with white horse.

White Horse Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, White Horse Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Plymouth. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

White Horse Beach
Plymouth Plantation, Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Plimoth Patuxet Museums

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Chiltonville. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.

Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Adventures in Plymouth, Massachusetts exploring the coast and the beach. Start of Cape Cod

Plymouth Long Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Plymouth Long Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Plymouth. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Plymouth Long Beach
Mayflower II featuring general coastal views and a bay or harbour

Mayflower II

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Board this vessel to appreciate the experiences of brave colonists who enabled early settlement in what would become New England.

Mayflower II
National Monument to the Forefathers which includes a statue or sculpture

National Monument to the Forefathers

5/5(1 review)

Many compare this structure to the Statue of Liberty, but the complexity of this representation of core American ideals puts it in a category of its own.

National Monument to the Forefathers
Pilgrim Hall Museum showing heritage architecture

Pilgrim Hall Museum

See the most thorough documentation of the Pilgrim’s journey and settlement at one of the oldest continually running public museums in the United States.

Pilgrim Hall Museum

Plymouth Memorial Hall

You can study the exhibits at Plymouth Memorial Hall, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Plymouth. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Plymouth Memorial Hall

Explore areas of Plymouth

Seascape with the view of Plymouth Rock Monument and Pilgrim Memorial State Park in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District

If you're spending some time in Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District, Mayflower II and Plymouth Rock are top sights worth seeing.

Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District
Reflection Whale Fluke

North Plymouth

Though North Plymouth might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Monument to the Forefathers and Holmes Reservation.

North Plymouth
Plymouth Rock

Plymouth Cultural District

While visiting Plymouth Cultural District, you might make a stop by sights like Spire Center for the Performing Arts and Mayflower II.

Plymouth Cultural District
Endangered Plymouth red-bellied turtles -Massachusetts

Ponds of Plymouth

When in Ponds of Plymouth, you can plan a visit to Water Wizz and The Strand, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ponds of Plymouth
White waves rolling in diagonally on the rocky beach at Knobska Lighthouse beach on Cape Cod.

Buttermilk Bay

When in Buttermilk Bay, you can plan a visit to Water Wizz and Lyman Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Buttermilk Bay

 

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Day trip destinations from Plymouth

Six adirondack style chairs are set on a lawn and facing Buzzard's Bay in Fairhaven, Massachusetts.

Buzzards Bay

Red floating cranberries are enclosed by a boom in a shallow bog as they await harvest.

Wareham

Sagamore Beach

Sagamore Beach

Powder Point Bridge aerial view connects Long Island and Duxbury in town of Duxbury, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Duxbury

Frequently asked questions

Is Plymouth worth visiting?
From shopping to outdoor adventures and history, there are many interesting things to do in Plymouth. Be sure to discover the area's mix of unmissable sights, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Plymouth?
When you've checked off key attractions like Plymouth Long Beach and Manomet Beach, spend the rest of your day experiencing the retail and food options in Plymouth.
What is the top tourist attraction in Plymouth?
Don't leave without exploring Plymouth Long Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Plymouth.
Is three days enough to stay in Plymouth?
You can easily tour leading sights like Plymouth Long Beach, Priscilla Beach Theatre and Spire Centre for the Performing Arts with a three-day break in Plymouth. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a little longer and venture to Hyannis.
Is Plymouth a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city centre, Plymouth is a great destination to experience on foot. Wander between Plymouth Long Beach and Spire Centre for the Performing Arts. Then take a stroll through Plymouth Cultural District, located 0.16 kilometres from the centre, and North Plymouth, which is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Plymouth with kids?
If you're looking for sights and activities for all the family, take a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Plymouth with kids.

What to do in Plymouth for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or adventure seeker, there are loads of things to do in Plymouth for adults including Mayflower Brewing Company.
Are there free things to do in Plymouth?
From visiting parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Plymouth. If you're in need of ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Plymouth Long Beach is a must for anyone planning to save on their travelling adventures.

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