Plymouth, Massachusetts

Discover Plymouth, Massachusetts, America’s Hometown

Welcome to Plymouth, Massachusetts a coastal town where history and New England charm meet. Known as America’s Hometown, it’s where the Pilgrims landed in 1620 and today offers historic sites, beautiful scenery, and attractions year-round.

Discover the birthplace of our nation at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, a living history village that brings the 1600s to life. See the famous Plymouth Rock, explore the Mayflower II, and walk through Brewster Gardens to experience life as the first settlers did. Throughout the town, history blends seamlessly with modern-day Plymouth.


Beaches

Visitors can enjoy several beaches in Plymouth, Massachusetts, such as Long Beach and White Horse Beach. The town’s Recreation Department also manages public swimming areas at Morton Park and Fresh Pond. Keep in mind that some beaches have limited public access, especially during the busy summer season.


Explore the Waterfront

Plymouth’s scenic harbor is the heart of the town, filled with shops, galleries, and restaurants serving local favorites like fresh seafood and New England chowder. Visitors can take a harbor cruise, go whale watching, or relax and enjoy the views along the waterfront promenade.

Dining

East Bay Grille

Classic, contemporary food with waterfront dining

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Lunch, Dinner

173 Water Street
508-746-9751

Cork + Table

Contemporary American cuisine with a southern flair

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Dinner

23 Court Street
774-454-3683

Terrace Rooftop Dining

Waterfront view dining

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Lunch, Dinner

150 Water Street

71 West Atlantic Steakhouse

Ocean views and the best of land and sea

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Lunch, Dinner

114 Water St Second Floor
508-830-0001

Rye Tavern

Farm to table

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Dinner

517 Old Sandwich Road
508-591-7515

42 Degrees North

Seafood and more

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Lunch, Dinner

690 State Road
508-224-1500


Golf Courses

Plymouth, MA has several golf courses, including public options like Pinehills Golf Club, Waverly Oaks Golf Club, and Crosswinds Golf Club, as well as private clubs like Plymouth Country Club and White Cliffs Country Club. These courses offer a range of experiences, from championship layouts to executive courses with unique features like ocean views and cranberry bogs.


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