Historic Plymouth self-guided walking audio tour
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Experience Plymouth's heritage through this self-guided walking audio tour. During the tour, you will see highlights of Plymouth and learn about the city's intriguing history.The tour begins with a walk along the waterfront where you'll receive an introduction to the history of both the English settlers who arrived in 1620 and the Wampanoag people who had inhabited the region for thousands of years. Your first stop offers a view of a replica of the Mayflower, the vessel that transported European colonists from England to Massachusetts.Next, you'll visit Plymouth Rock, the site traditionally associated with the 1620 landing of European settlers who established the Plymouth Colony. You'll discover the complex historical context surrounding this landmark while viewing this enduring historical symbol.The tour continues to the statue commemorating Ousamequin (also known as Massasoit), leader of the Wampanoag, where you'll learn about the historical relationship between the Wampanoag Nation and European settlers, including the circumstances that led to their initial alliance. You'll also gain historical perspective on the autumn harvest gathering of 1621, commonly referred to as the 'First Thanksgiving,' including historical details that differ from popular narratives.
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English
Important information
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* This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
* The entrance ticket to the attractions is not included
* After booking, you will receive instructions to download the app. You'll need to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data
* Once the tour is downloaded, you can take the guided tour offline
* The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
* You can take the tour anytime, as many times as you want. There is no expiration date
* Most stops along the tour have animated videos, allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms