America's Hometown — history lives here (and the beaches aren't bad either)
Population: 63,484 · South Coast Massachusetts
Plymouth is where American history literally began, and the town wears it well. Beyond Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower II, you'll find gorgeous beaches, Myles Standish State Forest (15,000 acres of outdoor paradise), a walkable downtown with local shops and restaurants, and a cranberry bog or two. It's tourist-friendly but deeply rooted in community.
Plymouth Public Library — beautiful historic building, extensive children's programming, museum passes to 15+ museums.
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