Massachusetts, United States
Walk the decks of a 106-foot reproduction of the 1620 Pilgrims' ship. Costumed role-players tell stories of the 66-day Atlantic crossing.
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Top ratedExplore the rich history of Plymouth, Massachusetts, on this immersive day trip. Starting with a scenic ride on the MBTA Commuter Rail, visit the renowned Plimoth...
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Discover the ship, the waterfront, and the main museum sites.
3 spotsMayflower II VesselThe historic 106-foot reproduction ship with interactive exhibits.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
2 spotsWaterfront & PierThe harbor area holding the ship's boarding pavilion and Plymouth Rock.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
3 spotsMain Museum CampusThe main living history museum 2.5 miles south of the Mayflower II.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
The ship sailed from Devon, England to Massachusetts in 1957.
It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
Plan your visit
A typical visit aboard the ship takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Visit on weekday afternoons to avoid large morning school groups.
Park at metered lots on Water Street near Pilgrim Memorial State Park.
Adult tickets cost $19.00 for the ship only.
The ship is a full-scale reproduction of the vessel that carried the Pilgrims in 1620. Builders constructed it in Devon, England, between 1955 and 1957. It crossed the Atlantic under sail in 1957.
Today, it serves as a floating museum operated by Plimoth Patuxet Museums. You can explore the Main Deck, the 'Tween Decks, and the Half Deck. Read our Mayflower II vs Original guide for authenticity details.
Costumed interpreters answer questions in character as 1620s passengers. Check Best Footwear before you visit, as the wooden decks get slippery.
We list exact inclusions and distances without exaggeration.
We note crowding issues and accessibility constraints.
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It’s a great transportation arrangement and includes both the Plymouth Patuxet museum and the Mayflower II. First was a commuter train where the conductor is familiar with and then a personal driver around Plymouth once you get off the train. Best part there’s no lines to enter either of the museums. I had a great time.
Great day at plimouth plantation and mayflower II. Plenty of time to explore Plymouth and grab a bite.
We loved it. Very well organized. We had 4 people in our party and we love the golf cart ride. It was heaven sent.
The associates on the Mayflower ll had little customer service skills. We were unable to ask questions. The associates seemed to be preoccupied with I dont know what but it was not the people visiting. It appeared like they just couldnt wait for the 5°clock whistle to blow. AND there were not many people aboard.
Great experience! Very informative and fun and we loved the step by step tour, would definitely do this again
The information was well presented and detailed enough to give a good understanding of the events. It was nice that the narrator filled in history while walking to each subsequent location. For some reason the app stopped every time we passed the John Carver Inn and we had to restart it, it happened on both phones we were using. Not a big deal, just info for the tech team.
Travel tips
Ticket Prices GuideCompare single ship tickets to full combo passes for Mayflower II.Read 
Parking & DirectionsFind parking at State Pier and travel between Plimoth Patuxet sites.Read 
Timing your visitFind out the best times to avoid school groups and heavy crowds.Read 
Visiting with KidsTips for exploring the Mayflower II with children and strollers.Read 
Best FootwearChoose the right shoes for safe walking on the historic wooden decks.Read 
Mayflower II vs OriginalCompare the 1957 Mayflower II reproduction to the original 1620 ship.Read No. The original ship was dismantled in the 17th century. The Mayflower II is a full-scale reproduction built between 1955 and 1957. Check our Mayflower II vs Original guide for details on its authenticity.
A standalone adult ticket for the ship costs $19.00. Seniors pay $17.10, and tickets for children aged 5 to 12 cost $13.00. Combo passes for all Plimoth Patuxet sites are available for $44.00 to $46.00 for adults. See Tickets for options.
Yes. Visitors can board the ship and explore the interior, known as the 'Tween Decks. The ceilings are low and the stairs are steep.
The ship is moored at the State Pier on Water Street in Plymouth, Massachusetts. It sits in the downtown waterfront area near Plymouth Rock.
A typical visit aboard the ship takes between 30 minutes and an hour. Allow 15 minutes for the Main Deck and 15 minutes for the 'Tween Decks below.
The ship arrived in Plymouth under sail in 1957. Today, it remains moored at the State Pier as a floating museum for most of the year.
Secure your tickets in advance to skip the box office line.
