The best things to do in Plymouth

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Franklin Park Zoo

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Franklin Park Zoo is your go-to when the week needs a nature break, with the indoor Tropical Forest, kid-pleasing Children’s Zoo, playful…

1 Franklin Park Rd (Boston)

Franklin Park Zoo is your go-to when the week needs a nature break, with the indoor Tropical Forest, kid-pleasing Children’s Zoo, playful Nature’s Neighborhoods, Franklin Farm, and the seasonal Butterfly Oasis, plus real conservation work that makes each visit feel good for you and the planet.

From the Quincy newsletter, August 21, 2026

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View Boston

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When the week is doing the most, take the elevator up to View Boston for 360° views, breezy indoor-outdoor decks, and the new Summer…

800 Boylston St Fl 52 (Boston)

When the week is doing the most, take the elevator up to View Boston for 360° views, breezy indoor-outdoor decks, and the new Summer Reimagined exhibits that turn the city into a giant, interactive cheat sheet. Cap it with a cocktail at Stratus Rooftop Bar and remember why you live here.

From the Boston newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Roadrunner

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Roadrunner keeps concerts easy with a clean, roomy floor, a tiered balcony for actually seeing the stage, and multiple bars so your…

89 Guest St (Boston)

Roadrunner keeps concerts easy with a clean, roomy floor, a tiered balcony for actually seeing the stage, and multiple bars so your intermission sprint is optional. Check the calendar for this week, grab a friend, and make a midweek show feel like a small victory.

From the Somerville newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Fenway Park

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Fenway Park has 100+ years of stories, the small-capacity buzz locals love, and yes, the occasional big-name concert. Home of the Red Sox,…

4 Jersey St (Boston)

Fenway Park has 100+ years of stories, the small-capacity buzz locals love, and yes, the occasional big-name concert. Home of the Red Sox, it’s perfect for a last-minute game or a ballpark tour when you want a dose of real-deal Boston.

From the Brookline newsletter, September 13, 2026

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If you’ve been itching to play somewhere with real movement this week, Waverly Oaks Golf Club brings coastal winds, rolling elevation, and…

444 Long Pond Rd

If you’ve been itching to play somewhere with real movement this week, Waverly Oaks Golf Club brings coastal winds, rolling elevation, and expansive fairways on a Brian Silva design, including back-to-back par 5s and water in play. Round it out with a bite at The Waverly Grille or plan an elevated event.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Southers Marsh Golf Club weaves 18 holes around working cranberry bogs, an executive-style track that still plays like a championship test.…

30 Southers Marsh Ln

Southers Marsh Golf Club weaves 18 holes around working cranberry bogs, an executive-style track that still plays like a championship test. This week, if weather acts up, The Barn’s nine Toptracer bays keep swings dialed, and New England Golfguide named it No.

From the New Bedford newsletter, August 5, 2026

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If you’re plotting a wedding or milestone bash, 1620 Winery at Cordage Park nails the historic-on-the-water vibe with flexible packages, an…

55 Loring Blvd

If you’re plotting a wedding or milestone bash, 1620 Winery at Cordage Park nails the historic-on-the-water vibe with flexible packages, an in-house coordinator, and spaces that also fit corporate events, showers, and private parties.

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 15, 2026

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When you want a local spot that feels like a true escape, Old Sandwich Golf Club is the kind of private course where conditioning matters,…

247 Old Sandwich Rd

When you want a local spot that feels like a true escape, Old Sandwich Golf Club is the kind of private course where conditioning matters, pace stays sane, and the camaraderie is real. If you're thinking membership, this is a place to settle in and actually love your rounds.

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Underground at Ink Block turns the space beneath the overpass into Boston's urban playground, with 21 jaw-dropping murals curated by Street…

90 Traveler St (Boston)

Underground at Ink Block turns the space beneath the overpass into Boston's urban playground, with 21 jaw-dropping murals curated by Street Theory, a free first-come pickleball court, a dog area, skate park, bike paths, and events. Perfect quick creative recharge when Waltham feels routine.

From the Boston newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Pinehills Golf Club

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With two championship 18s by Rees Jones and Nicklaus Design, Pinehills Golf Club delivers daily-fee golf with superb conditioning, a…

54 Clubhouse Dr

With two championship 18s by Rees Jones and Nicklaus Design, Pinehills Golf Club delivers daily-fee golf with superb conditioning, a practice facility you could happily get lost on, and a clubhouse Grille worth lingering over. When you want serious golf without leaving town, this is the move.

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Short on time but craving swings? Squirrel Run Country Club packs an 18-hole executive layout that plays fun, fast and friendly, with…

32 Elderberry Dr

Short on time but craving swings? Squirrel Run Country Club packs an 18-hole executive layout that plays fun, fast and friendly, with well-kept greens, local leagues that keep the game social, and just-right yardages for quick tune-ups or after-work rounds.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 26, 2026

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CrossWinds Golf Club’s 27-hole spread mixes rolling fairways, big undulating greens, and legit elevation changes, so it’s fun whether…

424 Long Pond Rd

CrossWinds Golf Club’s 27-hole spread mixes rolling fairways, big undulating greens, and legit elevation changes, so it’s fun whether you’re playing the black tees or just chasing daylight. Practice on multi-level grass tees and target greens, join a league, then debrief in the restaurant and bar, or book an event.

From the Plymouth newsletter, September 11, 2026

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If your swing needs a little Cape Cod inspiration this week, White Cliffs Country Club delivers with a Gary Player-designed 18-hole course…

1 Eastcliff Dr

If your swing needs a little Cape Cod inspiration this week, White Cliffs Country Club delivers with a Gary Player-designed 18-hole course and cliff-top views of Cape Cod Bay. Members can follow up a round with beach time, Har-Tru tennis, the four-season mineral pool, and dinner from Executive Chef Jeremy Martin.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Puttshack - Boston

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Swap the same-old plans for Puttshack Boston, where tech-infused mini golf means balls that keep score, interactive challenges, and plenty…

58 Pier 4 Blvd. (Boston)

Swap the same-old plans for Puttshack Boston, where tech-infused mini golf means balls that keep score, interactive challenges, and plenty of friendly trash talk. Grab shareable bites and craft cocktails between holes and make it a Seaport date night or crew hang that actually delivers.

From the Boston newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Plimoth Cinema

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Need a midweek reset that is not just another streaming scroll? Plimoth Cinema has the live-capture of Hadestown and Jane Campion’s The…

137 Warren Ave

Need a midweek reset that is not just another streaming scroll? Plimoth Cinema has the live-capture of Hadestown and Jane Campion’s The Piano running through August 13, then The Rivals of Amziah King lands August 14 to 20. Make it a proper Plymouth night out.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Simons Theatre

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Craving a mini escape that doesn't involve a long drive? Simons Theatre at the New England Aquarium throws you into 3D ocean adventures on…

1 Central Wharf (Boston)

Craving a mini escape that doesn't involve a long drive? Simons Theatre at the New England Aquarium throws you into 3D ocean adventures on a giant screen nearly five stories high, with Penguins: A Love Story, Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, and Ocean Dreams bringing big feels and bigger visuals.

From the Leominster newsletter, August 29, 2026

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This week, give Atlantic Country Club a go for 18 championship holes spread over 187 acres with bent grass fairways and greens that roll…

450 Little Sandy Pond Rd

This week, give Atlantic Country Club a go for 18 championship holes spread over 187 acres with bent grass fairways and greens that roll true. Then hit their 12-acre range with up to thirty grass stations or snag a lesson with PGA pro Don Daley to keep the mojo going.

From the New Bedford newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Whether you're tuning up the short game this week or plotting a stress-free outing, Plymouth Country Club delivers classic Donald Ross…

221 Warren Ave

Whether you're tuning up the short game this week or plotting a stress-free outing, Plymouth Country Club delivers classic Donald Ross vibes on an 18-hole championship track that still keeps locals honest. Private and member-governed, with golf outings and events if you want to make a day of it.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Plymouth Rock

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You’ve walked past it forever, but Plymouth Rock is still the quickest way to get your myth-versus-history fix and a harbor breather; catch…

79 Water St

You’ve walked past it forever, but Plymouth Rock is still the quickest way to get your myth-versus-history fix and a harbor breather; catch the short in-season park program at the portico, hear why this glacial boulder became an icon, then enjoy a few quiet minutes waterside.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Putt Across America

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Putt Across America turns a quick Boston outing into a coast-to-coast 18-hole journey through iconic landmarks, from roaring waterfalls to…

4 S Market St (Boston)

Putt Across America turns a quick Boston outing into a coast-to-coast 18-hole journey through iconic landmarks, from roaring waterfalls to Bourbon Street to a lucky spin on the Vegas strip. It's indoors, bright, photo-friendly, and perfect for birthdays, group hangs, or an easy night of friendly trash talk.

From the Newton newsletter, September 5, 2026

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In a thoughtfully updated historic space, Plymouth Center for the Arts features exhibits and a solid education program that keeps locals…

11 North St

In a thoughtfully updated historic space, Plymouth Center for the Arts features exhibits and a solid education program that keeps locals creating. If your living room wall is judging you, this is where to find inspiration or pick up some new skills.

From the Plymouth newsletter, August 31, 2026

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