Mayflower II and the Plimoth Patuxet Museums

At Plimoth Patuxet, you will experience life as it was like in New England 400 years ago as well as what we think it means now from a 21st-century perspective. Visit exhibits including the 17th-Century English Village, Mayflower II and more.

Ticket Type

Qty

Price

Adult

13+

$46.00

Child

5-12 years

$29.00

Plimoth Patuxet Museums (One Museum, Four Historic Sites) is a 17th-century living history museum located in the oldest town in New England, Plymouth, Massachusetts. A charming, coastal fishing town that offers history, culture, arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation, beaches, boutique shopping, wineries and breweries, and a wide-variety of cultural dining experiences all within the historic downtown and waterfront area known as the Plymouth Bay Cultural District. The museum has been named the Best Open-Air Museum by USA Today for three years in a row.

Highlights

Step-aboard Mayflower II & see the Shallop, listed on the U.S. Register of Historic Places.
Step-back in time 400 years ago to experience life in the 17th-Century English Village with immersive experiences.
Visit with Northeast Woodlands Cultural Keepers at the Historic Patuxet Homesite to learn about the history and culture of the indigenous Wampanoag People then and now.
Watch and interact with Plimoth Artisans recreating 17th century arts.
Take a look inside the Plimoth Grist Mill and learn/see the history and workings of a reproduction 17th century mill in the original location built by Pilgrim John Jenney in 1636. A fun STEM and history program!

400 Years Back in Time with the Convenience of Today! Discover the history and heritage of the Wampanoag and other Indigenous Peoples who have lived here for over 12,000 years at the Historic Patuxet Homesite, then visit the 17th-Century English Village where Plymouth Colony comes to live in our immersive re-creation of the early English Pilgrim settlement, including our Rare Breed Animals. Stopby the Crafts Center to watch the recreation of 17th century arts and textiles from Plimoth Artisans, have a refreshment from the cafe overlooking the Village and Cape Cod Bay and learn the real story of the 1621 harvest feast known today as the First Thanksgiving in the gallery exhibit We Gather Together together.

Drive three miles south to visit the Mayflower and Plimoth Grist Mill, located in the Downtown Waterfront District and within a 10-15 minute walking distance. Learn about the famous 1620 transatlantic journey of the Pilgrims and the challenges they faced and the voyage of 1957 when the People of England presented Mayflower II to the People of the United States as a thank you gesture for help in WWII when you step aboard the historic ship located at Pilgrim Memorial State Park on Water Street.

Nestled along Town Brook at the other end of Brewster Gardens, a short walk from the waterfront is the Plimoth Grist Mill that tells the story of the grist (corn grinding) mill built by the Pilgrims in 1636. Step inside and explore the industrial side of 17th century Plymouth in this operational mill, Cornmeal, Grits and Flour are packaged for sale to the consumer.

The visit is self-guided. We recommend between 2 - 3 hours at Plimoth Patuxet, 1 hour at the Mayflower and to see Plymouth Rock, and 45 minute at the Plimoth Grist Mill. It is a short walk from the Mayflower/Plimoth Grist Mill. You will need to drive from Plimoth Patuxet to visit the Mayflower/Plimoth Grist Mill.

Operating Times

2026 Season: May 2nd - November 29 ** Mayflower is not available July 7th - 17th, she will be participating in Sail Boston, America 250. ** Combo and Heritage Pass will not be available.

2027 Season: March 13 - November 28

Open 7 days a week 9:00am - 5:00pm

Reservation Notes

Reservation in-advance is not needed. Tickets purchased are valid for the season, not a specific date! Purchasing a combination or Heritage Pass, guests may choose to visit the Mayflower and the Plimoth Grist Mill on different days from Plimoth Patuxet.

Duration

Self Guided

Booth Location

137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA 02360
PLEASE HOLD ONTO the ticket you receive. This is your entrance to the Mayflower/Plimoth Grist Mill if purchased.

Parking

Plimoth Patuxet offers free parking in the main parking lot. Visitors with disabilities should park in the lower lots, following signs for "Bus Parking" There is metered parking on the waterfront and free parking at Jenney Pond adjacent to the Plimoth Grist Mill. You may also download the Ride Circuit app on the See Plymouth website to help with free, electric car service while in the Downtown Waterfront District.

Age Requirements

Child Ticket: 5-12 years

Notes

For those with mobility concerns, at Plimoth Patuxet we offer a few golf cart services to transport you from the visitor center to the exhibits and back.

Mayflower II dockside exhibit is ADA compliant, but the ship is not, there are stairs.

Food - Plentiful Cafe at Plimoth Patuxet is open 9am - 4pm, serving hot food 11am - 3pm. Here you may expand the experience to the 17th century with a tasting of English and Wampanoag dishes or modern selections.

International Guests - We offer written site map translations in Chinese, French, German, Italian, JApanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish. Please ask on arrival. Unfortunately we do not have audio guides.

Day of contact, onsite - For any concerns or questions, please call 508-746-1622 ext '0' and ask for group receiving, they will be able to assist you. If you prefer to email us, our address is [email protected]. Special Events included with admission - June 20: Strawberry Thanksgiving at the Historic Patuxet Homesite

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