Pilgrim Memorial State Park (Plymouth Rock)

There are plenty of activities in and around Pilgrim Memorial State Park, offering entertainment and educational opportunities to tourists and locals alike.

About Pilgrim Memorial State Park

With almost a million visitors a year, Pilgrim Memorial State Park is one of the busiest parks in the entire state of Massachusetts. Located in the southeastern portion of the state, this park sits near Plymouth Rock, at the location of the first home made by European settlers in America.

Things to see

The National Monument to the Forefathers, Plymouth Rock and a scale replica of the Mayflower are just a few of the sights to see within the park, and these three attractions are accessible on foot or by van, with tours offered locally.

Activities close to the park

There are plenty of activities within close proximity to the park, including the Pilgrim Wax Museum. The wax museum is currently the only museum in the entire United States that is dedicated to telling the stories of the pilgrims and their efforts to settle in America. The Pilgrim Hall Museum, not far away, is home to a number of remarkable artifacts from these early settlers. Lodging, beaches and plenty of restaurants are also located in close proximity to the park.

The Massachusetts state park system offers many ways for people to rest, relax and explore. Rich with pertinent and historical places to visit, Pilgrim Memorial State Park is just one of the many parks to patronize in order to learn about the early efforts made to settle the United States.