seaside town of Plymouth, scenic and bustling with many shops and restaurants, so you can easily spend a full day at the Plantation and in town, or slow things down by staying overnight to make it a weekend. A reproduction of the Mayflower is moored in Plymouth Harbor, three miles from the Plantation, so you can purchase a combination ticket to complement your Plantation visit and climb aboard. It’s humbling to see how 100 people crammed themselves into such a small space (with livestock!) for two months at sea only to arrive in America to work long and hard building their homes and finding food. While children of all ages may not be mature enough to truly appreciate our country’s humble beginnings, exposing them through interactive and hands-on history, is a great start. And for the price of a spa day, you can open your whole family’s eyes to their history while giving yourself a very different perspective on pampering. Carrie Wattu is editor of baystateparent. This is her first time visiting Plimoth Plantation after living in Massachusetts for 40 years!
• A jogging stroller for little ones is ideal since some of the terrain is not paved. • Definitely review the helpful hints on the Plimoth Plantation website ahead of time. There is an abundance of practical and helpful information that can really enhance your trip.
check in to the hotel and complete the Plantation tour the next day as well as visit the Mayflower 11. We also recommend the KOA in Middleton about 15 minutes away. They offer cabins for about $70 per night as well as lodges with heat in the $130 range.
Staying Over: If you choose to stay the night in Plymouth, there are numerous hotels in the downtown area within walking distance to restaurants, shops and the Mayflower 11. A family could spend an afternoon at the Plantation,
Plimoth Plantation is located at 137 Warren Avenue in Plymouth. For more information, visit plimoth.org or call 508-746-1622.
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Preparing for Plimoth Recommended Age: If you are unsure if your little one will enjoy Plimoth Plantion, please keep in mind that children under 5 are free, which should make the decision easier. If you have school-aged children and are conscientious about finances, it probably makes the most sense to plan your trip when your child has a grasp of history... possibly age 9 and up. The child can make a lot of connections with what they have learned in school. Cost: If you have a full day or are spending the weekend, we recommend purchasing combination tickets which includes admission for two consecutive days to the Plantation and the Mayflower 11: • 17th-Century English Village • Wampanoag Homesite • Visitor Center and exhibition galleries • Craft Center • Nye Barn • Mayflower II Ship • Dockside Exhibit
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Adults are $29.50; Children (6-12) are $19. Children under 5 are FREE (unless booked with a school group). A Plimoth Pass is available for $122.50, which includes 2 adults and up to 4 children (6 - 17). Also check AAA for discounts.
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Timing: Plan to spend about 2.5 hours at the Plantation and then about 45 minutes on the Mayflower 11, which is located 3 miles in Plymouth harbor (There is no shuttle between the Plantation and the Mayflower 11. You need to drive to the Mayflower 11 and park).
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Other Tips: • Pack your own snacks and drinks if desired.
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