- Our list of the best things to do in New Bedford, Massachusetts, features the top 298 nearby activities — including 138 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- New Bedford, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
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Lower College Pond Road, Plymouth, MA 02366
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Serving as the largest publicly owned recreation area in southeastern Massachusetts, the Myles Standish State Forest provides many outdoor activities. Guests can enjoy fishing, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, and cross country skiing in the winter.
20.4 Miles
Featuring full stadium seating and digital sound, Island Cinemas 10 is a movie theater showing the latest Hollywood released films to its guests. Other amenities include weekly ticket specials, a large concessions menu, and birthday party hosting.
20.5 Miles
Featuring ten auditoriums, Island Cinemas displays first-run feature films utilizing digital projection and sound. The theater offers a snack bar with food and drinks, stadium seating with rocker chairs and facilities for private parties and events.
20.7 Miles
Open since 1996, Island Surf & Sport has been voted the #1 surf camp and rental location in Newport. The instructors are experienced and can make every lesson fun, all surfing supplies are available for rental, and windsurfing is also available.
20.8 Miles
The Newport Storm Brewery and Thomas Tew Distillery make a variety of craft beers as well as single barrel rum. The facility welcomes visitors for either guided or self-guided tours and for tastings.
20.8 Miles
The Capawock Theatre is a historic cinema that shows a mix of newly released as well as independent movies to the local community. The theater also shows occasional classic films and offers concessions to its guests.
21.0 Miles
Menemsha Hills is a nature reserve located on the island of Martha's Vineyards. It comprises of multiple picnic sites and sightseeing points in addition to a number of nature trails which can be used for hiking.
21.0 Miles
Island Cove Miniature Golf is the only outdoor recreation center present in Martha's Vineyards. It is a water-themed course featuring a number of waterfalls, streams and ponds.
21.0 Miles
Located near Mill River, Hopewell Park features baseball fields and basketball courts along with a children's playground. During the summer, a public pool for swimming is open and the park has an area with bells.
21.0 Miles
The most popular oceanfront location in Newport is found at Easton's Beach. The site features gentle sands that are perfect for walking on, gentle surf for swimming and is conveniently located near shops and eateries.