Things to do in Rockland
Fenway Park
Though generations have come and gone, Fenway Park remains, much like it did the day it opened on April 20, 1912. The home of the Boston Red Sox resounds with the echoes of great baseball players: Cy Young, Babe Ruth, Jimmy Collins, Duffy Lewis, Tris Speaker, Harry Hooper, Joe Cronin, Bobby Doerr, Johnny Pesky, Ted Williams, Jimmie Foxx, Carlton Fisk, Jim Rice and Carl Yastrzemski, to name just a few. Call 877-REDSOX9 for more information.
4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA
Freedom Trail
This three-mile ribbon of red paint links 16 historical sites. Most visitors start the trail at the Boston Common . The National Park Service offers 90-minute guided tours starting at the Boston National Historical Park Visitor Center . Maps are also available here. Stops include the Old State House , Faneuil Hall and the Old North Church . You can also discover Paul Revere's house. Call (617) 242-5642 for more information.
15 State Street, Boston, MA
Museum of Science
Within this museum are a planetarium, an IMax movie theater and a two-story Van de Graaf generator, capable of producing 2.5 million volts of electricity. Call (617) 723 2500 for more information.
1 Science Park, Boston, MA
New England Aquarium
The mission of the New England Aquarium is to increase understanding of aquatic life and environments, to enable people to act to conserve the world of water, and to provide leadership for the preservation and sustainable use of aquatic resources. This mission is fulfilled through exhibits, and through education, conservation and research programs. Exhibits showcase the diversity, importance and beauty of aquatic life and habitats, and highlight critical aquatic conservation issues. Programs emphasize species, habitats, and issues critical to New England. Call (617) 973-5200 for more information.
Central Wharf, Boston, MA
Plymouth Plantation Mayflower
Plimoth Plantation is located in the picturesque seaside community of Plymouth, Massachusetts. This quaint tourist destination offers a memorable New England getaway. Whether you’re planning a day trip or an extended vacation, the whole family will enjoy a variety of exciting activities that will satisfy everyone’s interests. Experience the thrill of whale watching and deep-sea fishing, or relax on a harbor cruise. Bask in the sun on our beaches, grab a bite to eat, and join in the fun at our summer concert series. Connect with your ancestors as you travel back in time at Plimoth Plantation and Mayflower II. Visit some of the most historic houses and museums in Massachusetts, and marvel at the famous Plymouth Rock. Enjoy the spectacular fall foliage of a New England autumn and the crimson beauty of a cranberry bog harvest.There’s also wonderful shopping, antiquing, golfing and an impressive selection of restaurants! Call (508) 746-1622 for more information.
137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA