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Plymouth Day Tour from Boston: History & Heritage Experience

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Step back in time and explore Plymouth's rich history with this immersive tour that brings the early days of the Pilgrims to life. Walk through a recreated 17th-century English Village, complete with timber-framed houses furnished with authentic reproductions of the objects the Pilgrims used daily.

Visit the Patuxet Homesite to learn about the Indigenous peoples who have called this land home for over 12,000 years. Discover their enduring culture and heritage, which continues to thrive today.

See the iconic Mayflower II, a full-scale replica of the ship that carried the Pilgrims across the Atlantic in 1620. Plus, explore the historic Plymouth Grist Mill, where you'll learn how the millstones ground corn and how the mill has powered local industry for centuries.

This tour offers a fascinating glimpse into early American history, blending cultural heritage with engaging storytelling, all within a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts between 6 to 8 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore each stop comfortably.

What languages are available for the tour?

The tour is conducted in English.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, children aged 1-17 and adults up to 399 are welcome. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

What is included in the tour?

Your package includes private transportation, admission to Mayflower II, Plimoth Patuxet Museums, and the Plimoth Grist Mill, as well as beverages like Coca Cola, Coca Cola Zero, and Polar Orange Dry.

Are meals included?

No, lunch is not included. You can choose to bring your own or purchase food during the day.

How do I meet the tour?

You can be picked up from designated hotels or meet at the start point. Pickup is in a black Lincoln Navigator, with exact times confirmed after booking.

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Duration 6 hours – 8 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 6 to 8 hours
Languages English
Group size Up to 6
Ages accepted Youth 1–17; Adults 18–399
Accessibility Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; moderate physical fitness recommended

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Entry to Mayflower II
  • Entry to Plimoth Patuxet Museums
  • Beverages: Coca Cola, Coca Cola Zero, Polar Orange Dry
  • Entry to Plimoth Grist Mill

Not included

  • Children must use a child restraint system (like a booster seat) until they are 8 years old or taller than 57 inches
  • Lunch (own expense)

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1: Patuxet Homesite & 17th-Century Village

    Explore the recreated English Village built by the Pilgrims, with authentic furnishings and objects. Learn about the Native peoples who have lived here for over 12,000 years at the Patuxet Homesite.

    3 hours
  2. Stop 2: Mayflower II

    Visit Plimoth's full-scale reproduction of the historic ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth in 1620.

    1 hour
  3. Stop 3: Plimoth Grist Mill

    Discover how the Pilgrims' grist mill operated, from grinding corn with 200-year-old millstones to understanding the mill's role in local ecology.

    1 hour
  4. Stop 4: Plymouth Pilgrim Monument

    Visit the world's largest solid granite monument, commemorating the Mayflower Pilgrims and their ideals, dedicated in 1889.

    15 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Pickup available or meet at the start point

Black Lincoln Navigator

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How to get there

Pickup is available from 247 listed hotels. Exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.

Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund.

  • 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
  • No refund if canceled within 24 hours of departure

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From $279.00 per person

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