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Plymouth Rock

Plymouth, MA
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Ranked #15 of 33 attractions in Plymouth
Type: Historic Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Monuments/ Statues
Description: Now surrounded by protective pillars, this unimposing rock was allegedly the first piece of land touched by the Pilgrims in the New World.
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Amboy, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

I really expected something BIG, but the Plymouth Rock is not that big. The plaque by it is informative and the area is nice, just do not think you will see a big rock. For the history point it is worth the stop.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Plymouth Rock is a must-do when you are in Plymouth. It is in the heart of Plymouth, and it will not take much time to take it in. There are constant 15-minute talks by park rangers that really illuminate the story of the Pilgrims. This short visit really showed us a new way of looking at the Pilgrims: this is... More

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Williamsburg, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

A giant step back in American History. Really worth the trip to Plymouth. Mass. The Plymouth Musume is up the hill from the rock which overlooks Plymouth Bay and the Mayflower, the ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth , Mass.The Plymouth Rock has a concrete canopy over the top for protection from the weather. The rock is not as... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Ok, so the rock is kind of small, but I read that it's because it was moved and cracked and has been been beaten up by the waves for so mnay years!!! It's FREE and located directly in the middle of Plymouth Harbor. It is outside but surrounded by a sort of barrier protecting it from the sun and paople... More

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floRida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

So what it's not 75 feet tall, so what the pilgrims may not have walked on it, so what, etc. it is amazing to walk in a town settled over 400 years ago and if you're there why not see a piece of history. Take a picture, put it in your album or on Facebook and cross off "see Plymouth... More

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Morgan Hill, California
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61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

I know there is a lot of history (true or not) behind this rock, but it looks like a rock that has been cemented together with the year 1620 chisled in it. The monument that surrounds the rock is nice to look at though.

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Reading, Massachusetts, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

I am used to seeing the rock when we visit, the plus is the structure around it and the people they have that tell the story

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Marshall, Minnesota
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Plymouth is a cute little town, but I was disappointed learning more history of Plymouth Rock. It's not in its original placement and its hard to see for a child or person in a wheelchair. I was also disappointed that the Mayflower II was gone for repair. If I would have known that I would have gone on vacation at... More

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Orlando, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013 via mobile

Stopped by to check out Plymouth Rock and was surprised by its size but overall worthwhile to teach my kids about history of Thanksgiving. The man that was there did a short history lesson on the rock and the Pilgrims which my kids enjoyed. This is a free attraction and worth a visit. We thought the area was beautiful as... More

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Tampa Bay, FL
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Plymouth is a great small town that if fun to walk around and enjoy. We visited the rock and there was a man (who I believe volunteered for the park) was there to offer answers to any questions we had. He even had a beaver skin and shared the story of how it used to be a coveted item! Real... More

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