Plymouth Pilgrims: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Immerse yourself in American history with a self-guided walking audio tour of Plymouth, the landing place of the Pilgrims. Explore the town, learn about the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag, and visit iconic sites like Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower replica.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Plymouth Visitor Information Center - The MA Visitor Information Center is a major stop for visitors traveling to and from Boston, Plymouth, Cape Cod, and throughout all of New England.

Note: This 1 mile-long tour covers the essentials of Plymouth in 1 hours.

  • Mayflower II - Mayflower II is a reproduction of the 17th-century ship Mayflower, celebrated for transporting the Pilgrims to the New World in 1620. The reproduction was built in Devon, England during 1955–1956, in a collaboration between Englishman Warwick Charlton and Plimoth Plantation, an American museum.
  • Mayflower Society House - Across the street and up the hill from Plymouth Rock is the historic Mayflower Society House – an 18th century home originally built by Edward Winslow, great-grandson of the Pilgrim Edward Winslow. The story of the Society House extends across three centuries. Experience its rich history on a tour where you will learn about the many influential Plymouth families who lived here and preserved this home over the years.

Hear fascinating stories about the struggles of the Winslow family – Loyalists during the Revolutionary era; stand where Ralph Waldo Emerson and Lydia Jackson exchanged vows; relive the great restoration in 1898 by famous New England architect Joseph Everett Chandler, and imagine the hive of activity this peaceful house would have been when it was used as a Red Cross headquarters during World War II.

  • Plymouth Rock - Plymouth Rock is the traditional site of disembarkation of William Bradford and the Mayflower Pilgrims who founded the Plymouth Colony in December 1620.
  • Massasoit Statue - Massasoit is a statue by the American sculptor Cyrus Edwin Dallin in Plymouth, Massachusetts. It was completed in 1921 to mark the three hundredth anniversary of the Pilgrims’ landing. The sculpture is meant to represent the Pokanoket leader Massasoit welcoming the Pilgrims on the occasion of the first Thanksgiving.
  • Brewster Gardens - The park up ahead and walks toward the center. This is Brewster Gardens, named for William Brewster, one of the original Mayflower passengers.
  • Pilgrim Maiden Statue - Brewster Gardens is a bronze statue, The Pilgrim Maiden by Henry Hudson Kitson (1922), and a stainless steel sculpture honoring Plymouth’s immigrant settlers from 1700 to 2000.
    The Pilgrim Maiden is dedicated to the intrepid English women whose courage and devotion brought a new nation into being.
  • Old Burial Ground - Burial Hill is a historic cemetery or burying ground on School Street in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Established in the 17th century, it is the burial site of several Pilgrims, the founding settlers of Plymouth Colony. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.
  • Richard Sparrow House Inc - The Richard Sparrow House is a historic house at 42 Summer Street in Plymouth, Massachusetts, and the oldest surviving house in Plymouth. The house was built around 1640 by Richard Sparrow, an English surveyor who arrived in Plymouth in 1636.
  • Plimoth Grist Mill - The Plimoth Grist Mill is a working grist mill located in Plymouth, Massachusetts. It is a reconstruction of the original Jenney Grist Mill, and it stands on the site of the original mill.
  • Pilgrim Hall Museum - The Pilgrim Hall Museum at 75 Court Street in Plymouth, Massachusetts is the oldest public museum in the United States in continuous operation, having opened in 1824.
  • National Monument to the Forefathers - The National Monument to the Forefathers, formerly known as the Pilgrim Monument, commemorates the Mayflower Pilgrims. Dedicated on August 1, 1889, it honors their ideals as later generally embraced by the United States. It is thought to be the world’s largest solid granite monument.
  • Hedge House - The Plymouth Antiquarian House is a historic house museum in Plymouth, Massachusetts owned by the Plymouth Antiquarian Society. The house was built in 1809 for William Hammatt, a New England sea captain. The Hedges, a family of entrepreneurs, purchased the house in 1830 and lived there until 1919.
  • Jenney Interpretive Centre - Exhibits in the Interpretive Centre focus on the Pilgrims, stories of their faith and values, the abolitionists and slavery, the family – the cornerstone of society.
  • Jabez Howland House - The Jabez Howland House is a historic house at 33 Sandwich Street in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The oldest portion of this two-story wood-frame house was built by Jacob Mitchell in 1667 and purchased by Jabez Howland, son of Mayflower passengers John Howland and Elizabeth Tilley Howland, two of the original Pilgrims.
  • Long Beach Rock - Long Beach is a barrier beach– a peninsula that serves as a barrier between the open ocean and the mainland coast.
  • Plimoth Patuxet Museums - Plimoth Plantation is a living history museum in Plymouth, Massachusetts, founded in 1947. It attempts to replicate the original settlement of the Plymouth Colony established in the 17th century by the English colonists who became known as the Pilgrims.
What's Included
  • Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Visit the place where the Pilgrims landed! As one of the earliest English settlements in North America, Plymouth is an essential stop for any history lover. Get to know the Pilgrims, the Wampanoag who helped them, and learn what life was like in the New World. Plus, visit famous artifacts like Plymouth Rock and an exact replica of the Mayflower! Whether you want to dive deeper into American history, or simply want to stroll through a picturesque coastal town, Plymouth is a must-see.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email with instructions. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the separate app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular.
  • How to start the tour: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Walking Tours: couples can share one using headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
136 Water St
Water Street
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(19 Ratings)
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Bronwyn_s
Jan 1, 2024
This tour saved our trip! - Visiting Plymouth in the off-season when all the museums and attractions are closed was a bit disappointing, BUT this walking tour saved the entire trip!! My fiancé and I were still able to get the Plymouth experience and history through this tour. We will definitely try others.
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Jane
Oct 18, 2023
Great tour for teens that don’t want longer tours - This audio tour was easy to use and was just enough history for my teens and tweens that didn’t want a long tour. I appreciated that it had a map, audio and also the written text so while we were at lunch I could read ahead to what we were going to do. The town is surreal and worth walking through.
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Joann
Aug 23, 2023
Awsome - Enjoyed this self guided tour, the information of historical sites were interesting. I loved how the app automatically started giving information as we reach to every sites.
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Dougc233
Jun 24, 2023
Walk while you learn a part of history! - It was a great way to explore the area and learn more about it’s history at our own place. It was very interesting and enjoyed the stories. The app worked well and easy to use.
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Q4866zmvickiem
Oct 9, 2022
MUST SEE!! - The physical history that people get to see and interact with. The beauty and culture of Plymouth and the residents who take care of it. The residents are wonderfully nice. The best Clam Chowda from Cabby Shack!!!
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Robin_l
Sep 21, 2022
No whales but still had fun - We saw a sun fish. We didnt see any close ups of the whales so they gave us rain check tickets for up to a yr.
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Fernando594_m
Apr 27, 2024
Good but way overpriced for its content - It’s a good self-guided tour if you are in the area. I’ve done dozens of these self guided tours all over the world on a different app (VoiceMap) and this one is very expensive for the content and the stories. It should be around $7, not $15.
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X5079zgcindyk
Jun 8, 2023
Pleasant tour - We enjoyed the guided tour because it took us places in Plymouth that we wouldn’t have gone on our own. We learned some additional history about the sites along the way. The information is overly simplified. Not sure who the target audience is for this tour? There is a navigation error at sites 16 and 17. When you get to the church, turn right and go up the stairs to the cemetery. Don’t go left as the map directs you to do.
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Melody_s
Jun 1, 2024
Was not able to activate once we got to starting point - We were not able to download the app so we were not able to use this on our tour. We walked inside the visitor center and they have us a map with information in multiple sites of interest. Calling customer service was not helpful. Was really disappointed with this your but did enjoy the driving tour a few days earlier.
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William_s
Jul 3, 2023
Bad Trip. - Not being able to locate basically half of the landmarks thanks to terrible self guided map directions.
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