See Plymouth County, MA

See & Experience All We Have to Offer

No matter the time of year, the gorgeous landscapes and historic charm of Plymouth County, MA are a sight to be seen. Step into the country and region's past in America's Hometown of Plymouth, MA on your New England trip! Visit Plimoth Patuxet Museums and Mayflower II, where the stories of New England's first European settlers comes to life. Experience the recreated English Village, the Historic Patuxet Homesite, and board the reproduction 17th-century merchant ship that brought these hearty souls to the "New World".

As you'll discover, the history is just the beginning in the area. You'll also find great places to get outdoors to explore, have some family fun, enjoy a great meal or live entertainment. The ocean is always present, offering the chance for a fishing trip, sunset cruise, or day at the beach in Plymouth, Duxbury and Scituate, MA, There's great shopping in the area too, from outlets in Kingston and Brockton, MA to boutiques to farm shops & markets in Carver and Marshfield, MA. And when the day's done, there's lovely inns and resorts in the area to choose for a good rest.

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Mayflower II

Around Plymouth County & The South Shore

Life along the Massachusetts South Shore is lovely any time of year. These typical New England towns with church steeples and town greens will make your drive a comfy, relaxing experience especially when you find the perfect place to rest. Amble along the downtown streets where unique one-of-a-kind shops offer treasures, gifts and memorabilia.

• John & Priscilla Alden made their home in the Town of Duxbury, MA where visitors are always welcome and encouraged to explore this historic site.
• The Metrosouth region of Plymouth County has one of the finest craft museums in the country, the Fuller Craft Museum in Brockton, MA.

Inn at Scituate Harbor, Scituate, MA

Cranberry Country

A colorful outdoor experience awaits in Cranberry Country where area farms in the towns of Plymouth, Carver, Acushnet, Freetown and Wareham, MA provide visitors with a view of fall harvesting of this truly American berry.

• Log on to Cranberries.org to see what Massachusetts Cranberries has in store at our local cranberry bogs and harvest tours.
• Sample the local flavors and locally-made spirits at 1620 Winery at Cordage Park. This winery also holds group tours, wedding & receptions, and has an upscale waterfront wine bar with great dining and sometimes live music.
• Also in the area is Myles Standish State Forest, an expansive area with trails for hiking, biking and wildlife peeking, lakes with beaches for swimming or fishing, and a few campsites to complete the experience.
• Families return regularly to enjoy Edaville Family Theme Park in Carver, MA, which is a great day out and quite affordable!

Eat and Drink

Plymouth, MA restaurants are a treat for hungry visitors as well as locals.

• While on your stroll along Plymouth Harbor, head to lunch at an outdoor picnic table or open-deck seating at one of the many restaurants on Town Wharf. It's here that you'll find the Lobster Hut and Wood's Seafood - some of the most basic and best New England seafood dining experiences.
• Near the wharf on Water Street is where you can find the Shops at Village Landing - a collection of boutiques, restaurants and eateries. This is where you'll find Local Roots, an eatery with a water view, great food and a selection of smoothies and cocktails.
• Head up to Court Street and find cozy corners, full-out formal dining, or outdoor patios. A great spot to check out is the Food Court Craft Kitchen, which has a widely varied menu that changes seasonally. And a craft bar, too. If you're looking for something more formal, Martini's Bar and Grill is the spot.

Whether fresh seafood, a variety of ethnic choices, casual dining, or a formal experience, your culinary curiosity will be satisfied in this historic town.

Historic Museums

Plymouth County's museums bring the history of the area and its people to present time for you to experience.

• Hull Lifesaving Museum in nearby Hull, MA honors maritime heritage.
• Scituate, MA hosts the Maritime & Irish Mossing Museum and Mann Farmhouse & Museum.
• The Middleborough Historical Museum in Middleborough, MA features Tom Thumb memorabilia.
• Pilgrim history abounds at the Alden House Historic Site in Duxbury, MA.
• Right in Plymouth, MA, Pilgrim Hall Museum showcases items brought over on the Mayflower voyage and Plimoth Patuxet Museums brings the Pilgrims and Wampanoag story to life at their Native Homesite and English Village.

Plymouth County has been welcoming visitors since the Mayflower Pilgrims arrived in 1620. If you haven't made it here, you owe it to yourself to experience a piece of Americana that has long held the heart and history of New England. Treat yourself and See Plymouth!