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Places of interest in Plymouth

Plymouth is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Plymouth, and make it a breeze to explore Plymouth and 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 holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Plymouth attractions

Plymouth 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 in Plymouth to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Plymouth.

Looking for things to do in Plymouth 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 of Plymouth or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Plymouth attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Recommended things to do in Plymouth

Number of things to do	9
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Historic Plymouth (Mayflower) Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: £10
Top 5 things to do	Massachusetts Highlights: Freedom Trail, Salem & More Tour Wine and Wine Jelly-Sauce Tasting on Plymouth Bay Boston to Plymouth includes Quincy, Mayflower and Plantation Historic Plymouth (Mayflower) Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Massachusetts: Smartphone-Based Audio Tour Bundle
Half-day tours	Plymouth Pirate Cruise Experience Kayak The Creek Nature Tour
With kids	Boston to Plymouth includes Quincy, Mayflower and Plantation Plymouth Pirate Cruise Experience Kayak The Creek Nature Tour Plymouth: Whale Watching Cruise

What to do in Plymouth

Popular places to visit

Plymouth Harbor

4/5(24 reviews)

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 Rock

4/5(17 reviews)

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

Plimoth Patuxet Museums

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Mayflower II

4/5(2 reviews)

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

National Monument to the Forefathers

4/5(11 reviews)

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.

Pilgrim Memorial Hall Museum

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

White Horse Beach

5/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, White Horse Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Plymouth. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Plymouth Long Beach

4/5(1 review)

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

Plymouth Memorial Hall

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

Explore areas of Plymouth

Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District

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

North Plymouth

While North Plymouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Monument to the Forefathers and Plymouth Harbor.

Plymouth Cultural District

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Ponds of Plymouth

While Ponds of Plymouth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Water Wizz and The Strand.

Buttermilk Bay

Buttermilk Bay might not have many top sights, but Water Wizz and Onset Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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