3.5Plymouth Rock(2.367 reviews) - REVISIT TO THE FAMOUS SITE Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This American icon is encased in a Greek-inspired granite canopy and housed within the Pilgrim Memorial State Park. Many travelers make the journey from Boston to see this famous rock, which remains as a tribute to the Mayflower passengers who first step foot into the country. Free to visit year-round, the park also offers picturesque views of Plymouth Harbor and Mayflower II, a full-scale replica of the ship. While you’re in Plymouth, don’t miss the Pilgrim Hall Museum and Plimoth Plantation—a fascinating recreation of the original Plymouth Colony established in the 17th century. You can even embark on a historical tour which brings you to all the top sights. – TripadvisorSee more..
4.0Mayflower II(1.289 reviews)from $32.00 - Great Piece of History Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
Climb aboard the Mayflower II to share the experience of the Mayflower Pilgrims in 1620 when the Pilgrims crossed from England to America. A gift from the U.K. to the U.S. in 1957 for their friendship during the Second World War, this boat is a full-scale reproduction of the real Mayflower that sailed the Atlantic Ocean for 66 days. Here, you can enjoy the captain’s quarters, gallery and even below deck, lead by the boat’s handy guides. Entrance to the boat can be bought alongside other local attractions like the Plimoth Grist Mill. – TripadvisorSee more..
4.5National Monument to the Forefathers(618 reviews) - Magnificent! Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • State Parks • Monuments & Statues
Thought to be the largest solid granite monument in the United States, this 81-foot-tall granite statue was built to honor the passengers of the Mayflower. Boston sculptor Hammatt Billings designed the monument which features allegorical figures depicting the virtues of Faith, Morality, Education, Law, and Liberty. A dedication on the monument reads, “National Monument to the Forefathers. Erected by a grateful people in remembrance of their labors, sacrifices and sufferings for the cause of civil and religious liberty.” The original design called for the monument to be nearly twice as tall at 150 feet (just under the Statue of Liberty’s height of 151 feet). The monument is free to visit and open to the public year-round. Its site is managed and maintained by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic and their furry companions (on a leash) to enjoy the monument's lawn.See more..
Howland, the son of two Mayflower passengers, bought this house in 1667.See more..
4.5Richard Sparrow House(65 reviews) - Amazing History + Beautiful Art Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Art Galleries • Historic Sites
Built in 1640, this is Plymouth's oldest house.See more..
4.5Leyden Street, Plymouth Ma(22 reviews) - Walk or drive it, but do it. Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas
The fact that when you are on this street you realize that this is the first street in the US and you are truly walking where the Pilgrims walked. It's hard to not see this if you are in Plymouth as it is kind of in the middle of the historic area. Close by to many, many things and you will walk it if you take the Ghost Tour. We drove and walked it. Make sure you look at the signs on the houses that tell you who lived there. A must.See more..
4.5The Spooner House(12 reviews) - Don't miss this one! Historic Sites
Built in 1747, this was home to five generations of Spooners over 200 years.See more..
