RT Plymouth Rock

Traditional site of disembarkation the Mayflower Pilgrims who founded Plymouth Colony in December 1620

General Information

Hours:

Public access is typically available from dawn to dusk; guided tours and staffing hours run seasonally from spring through fall.

Fees:

The site is free to visit. Tours and interpretive programs at nearby Pilgrim Memorial State Park or Pilgrim Hall Museum may carry a separate fee.

Pet Policy:

Leashed pets are allowed outdoors but pets are not permitted inside visitor centers or historic structures.

Closest cities with hotels:

Plymouth, MA

Seasons:

Best spring through fall, with limited access during winter months.

Plymouth, MA Weather Forecast

How to Get There

From downtown Plymouth, MA, follow Water Street along the waterfront. Turn onto Cole Street, then proceed to Pilgrim Memorial State Park to reach Plymouth Rock and the surrounding memorial site.

Overview

Plymouth Rock is the traditional landing place of William Bradford and the Mayflower Pilgrims in December 1620, though the Pilgrims never mention it, and the first claim dates to 1741. It broke in half in 1774, was rejoined in 1880 and inscribed "1620," and now sits under a granite canopy on the harbor front. The state manages it as part of Pilgrim Memorial State Park, with guides on hand from April through November.

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