Great Things to Do in MA

(To find more great things to do while visiting Plymouth County, MA, see our Destination Plymouth page.)

What do you like to do on vacation? Steep yourself in a region’s history, enjoy the great outdoors, relax by the water, do something you can’t do anywhere else? A vacation in Plymouth checks all those boxes and more! Go on board the Mayflower II, see Plymouth Rock and the interactive villages and homesites at the Plimoth Patuxet Museums. Or plunk your umbrella down on one of many picturesque beaches. Go on a pirate cruise, or a whale-watch. Take a fast ferry to Provincetown or tour the harbor on a paddlewheel boat. Enjoy the rides at Edaville Family Theme Park, go fishing, walk on the harbor’s breakwater jetty, go hiking, take a ghost tour at night, go sea kayaking or, in the winter, ice skating or cross-country skiing. Please visit our website to learn more about these activities and others to prepare for your trip to Plymouth.

Looking for an unforgettable experience in America’s Hometown? A visit to Plimoth Patuxet offers something for everyone! Here you will discover the legacies of our ancestors, Indigenous and immigrant alike. From the Historic Patuxet Homesite and 17th-Century English Village to our downtown locations, Mayflower II and the Plimoth Grist Mill, inspiring journeys to the past begin here. Take a break from exploring the Museum to peruse historically inspired goods in our Museum Shops, indulge in tasty snacks and dishes at Plentiful Café, or catch a film at Plimoth Cinema—there are endless possibilities to discover! Named the Best Open-Air Museum in the USA in 2024, 2025, and 2026 by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

Sip at 1620 Wine Bar in Plymouth, MA is your go-to spot for relaxed vibes and unforgettable flavors. This cozy, speakeasy-like lounge offers a delightful blend of award-winning wines and custom-crafted cocktails, each created by their bow-tie wearing, expert mixologists. Sip’s food menu is a playground for your taste buds, featuring small plates like chicken parm sliders, braised short ribs, and the ever-popular Lobster Rangoon. Whether you're in the mood for a self-guided wine tasting, bespoke cocktails, or live music, Sip has it all. Enjoy live performances from local musicians every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Exclusively 21+, this charming venue ensures an adults-only experience. And if you’re coming with a group of six or more, be sure to snag a reservation.

Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary on Eliot Street in Natick offers nine miles of walking trails through a variety of field, woodland, and wetland habitats. A quarter-mile, accessible trail and boardwalk along the bank of Indian Brook and over the marsh offers great opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and sketching. To enjoy this site in the winter, bring your snowshoes or cross-country skis. Stroll along the edge of Indian Brook, which flows into the Charles River at the sanctuary, and look for wood ducks and signs of beavers and otters from the 110-foot-long bridge.

For a romantic walk in a leafy woods, visit World’s End in Hingham, a nature preserve tucked into the end of a curve of shoreline that sweeps southeast from Boston. Rolling hills and rocky shorelines offer views of the Boston skyline, while tree-lined carriage paths make delightful walking trails. The 251-acre landscape includes rocky shores, broad hillsides, and open fields bracketed by woodlands. The property is ideal for walking, picnicking, jogging, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, or simply enjoying the outdoors. It is managed by the admirable Trustees of the Reservations, and open to the public for walking year-round.