- TripBuzz found 252 things to do with kids in or near Dartmouth, Massachusetts, including 246 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Oak Bluffs and Middletown.
- From Demarest Lloyd State Park to Round Hill, the Dartmouth area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Farms & Ranches, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Parks.
- Separated into north and south regions, the city of Dartmouth offers diverse environments whether one is seeking scenic farmland, historical suburbs or a thriving business economy. Visitors to either end will enjoy a mix various ethnic restaurants, historical tours and shopping. South Dartmouth offers access to Martha's Vineyard by boat and premier fishing.
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Ocean Explorium is a local marine science education center which offers visitors a chance to learn about oceanic life and its interaction with humans. It houses multiple acquatic exhibits and touch tanks which feature rays, sharks, jellyfish and more, coupled with many other non-living exhibits.
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684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA
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The largest theatrical venue in New Bedford, Massachusetts is the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. It presents a full schedule of plays and concerts. The Zeiterion is as famous for its opulent interior as for the quality of its productions.
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The Zeiterion Theatre is a performing arts venue that offers a number of different performances to the local community throughout the year. These include musicals, comedic performances, and dance productions, among others.
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Walking and people watching is an enjoyable pastime at Acushnet Avenue. Portuguese markets and bakeries line the streets. Other options for visitors include boutiques, an antique store and local pubs.
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18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740
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Established in 1903, New Bedford Whaling Museum houses one of the world's largest collection of artifacts related to the whaling industry including the world's largest whale ship model called the Lagoda as well as multiple art, science and history galleries.
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33 William Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
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New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park preserves the whaling heritage of New Bedford which was a major whaling port in 19th-century. The park contains a historic landmark district, New Bedford Whaling Museum, the Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum among many other attractions.
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Featuring a walking path, Coast Guard Park offers visitors views of the ocean and the various fishing vessels at the docks. The park has a Lightship Sailors Memorial to honor the lives lost in a sinking accident in 1944.
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The new Bedford Museum of Glass
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61 Wamsutta St, New Bedford, MA
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The New Bedford Museum of Glass celebrates the beauty and history of glass within this seaport town. The collection continues to grow and includes art glass made by the famous Mount Washington and Pairpont factories.
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New Bedford's Fort Taber Park is a popular place for military reenactments of battles that took place in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. The park also includes Fort Rodman and is managed by a non-profit institution dedicated to local history.
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Lanes are open for bowling daily at Wonder Bowl. Grab some friends and family or enjoy a solo game. Cosmic bowling is offered every Friday and Saturday night. Birthday parties and group bookings are available.