Self Guided Walking Audio Tour of Plymouth

Download GuideAlong's Plymouth audio tour for a historic journey. Walk the one-mile stretch of historic oceanfront neighborhoods to visit the famous Plymouth Rock and hear the tales behind the Mayflower voyage, the Wampanoag, and early settlers. In the bay, we can step aboard Mayflower II, a historically accurate, full-sized replica of the original sailing ship, then see Brewster Gardens, search for famous names at Burial Hill, and hear the lore of founding families at the Mayflower Society House. Finish up at the Grist Mill for a true colonial experience. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a personal guide by your side at every step Purchase one tour per person, or listen together by sharing headphones or a speaker.

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   Plymouth Rock - Pilgrim Memorial State Park

   10 min

   One of America’s most famous historic symbols, Plymouth Rock is traditionally associated with the Pilgrims’ arrival in 1620. See the rock beneath its grand waterfront portico and discover how this modest piece of stone became a powerful symbol of Plymouth’s founding story despite centuries of legend surrounding it.

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   Massasoit Statue

   10 min

   Standing above Plymouth Harbor, this monument honors Massasoit, the Wampanoag sachem whose relationship with the Plymouth colonists played a crucial role in the settlement’s early years. Created by sculptor Cyrus Dallin and installed for Plymouth’s 1921 tercentenary, the statue offers a chance to consider the complex relationship between the Wampanoag people and the newcomers.

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   Brewster Gardens

   15 min

   Follow Town Brook through this peaceful green space created in the 1920s on land connected to Plymouth’s earliest settlement. The gardens include the original plot granted to Elder William Brewster and highlight the fresh water source that helped make this area an attractive place for the English colonists to establish their community.

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   Stop 4

   10 min

   Set within Brewster Gardens, this bronze statue honors the English women who endured the hardships of Plymouth Colony’s earliest years. Sculpted by Henry Hudson Kitson and dedicated in 1924, the monument celebrates their courage and perseverance while offering a quiet stop along historic Town Brook.

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   Burial Hill

   15 min

   Once the site of Plymouth Colony’s first fort and meetinghouse, this historic hill later became the resting place of generations of Plymouth residents. Walk among centuries-old gravestones, find memorials associated with Mayflower passengers such as Governor William Bradford and William Brewster, and enjoy sweeping views toward Plymouth Harbor.

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   Mayflower II

   15 min

   Step aboard a full-scale reproduction of the ship that carried the Pilgrims across the Atlantic in 1620. Built in England and sailed to Plymouth in 1957, Mayflower II brings the difficult transatlantic voyage to life; admire the vessel from the waterfront or buy a ticket to explore its decks and exhibits.

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   Richard Sparrow House

   15 min

   Dating to around 1640, the Richard Sparrow House is considered one of Plymouth’s oldest surviving homes and a remarkable example of early colonial architecture. See how some of the town’s earliest English settlers lived, admire its traditional saltbox-style features, or visit the historic property and its collection of locally made art and crafts.

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   Plimoth Grist Mill

   15 min

   Discover how Plymouth’s early colonists transformed flowing water into power at this working reproduction of their 1636 grain mill. Set beside Town Brook, the mill still uses historic millstones to grind corn and other grains; buy a ticket to explore the machinery, learn how water-powered milling worked, and see the process in action.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
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• Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
• Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
• Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.

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