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Do you stare longingly at Pinterest boards, wishing you could travel to beautiful locales and take amazing photos? Well you can with a trip to Plymouth, MA. This coastal town is full of beautiful, picturesque attractions perfect for your Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook profile. Channel your inner photographer and visit these places for that perfect, stunning shot.

Brewster Gardens

Linking the waterfront and the downtown business districts of Plymouth, Brewster Gardens is a popular place for visitors and locals alike to relax and take stunning photos. Get pictures of the manicured gardens and bubbling Town Brook that winds through the lush, green landscape. Check out the fountains and the statue of the Pilgrim Maiden for a tranquil shot that belongs on any Pinterest dream board.

Coles Hill

A National Historic Landmark, Coles Hill is a must-visit for anyone who loves history and scenic views. Located across the street from Pilgrim Memorial State Park, you’ll get scenic shots of the granite canopy that protects Plymouth Rock as well as the sparkling waters of Plymouth Harbor. While you’re on the hill, you can also get some postcard-worthy pictures of the Massasoit Statue and the Pilgrim Sarcophagus, which both present a stately image among the manicured lawn of Coles Hill.

Jenny Pond Park

Located at the site of Plimoth Grist Mill, Jenny Pond Park is an idyllic spot for anyone who loves a cottagecore aesthetic for their photos. Featuring a replica of the original John Jenney Grist Mill from 1636, a large waterwheel turns steadily in the river, creating a lovely backdrop for your photos.

Mayflower II

Want a photo that will stand out on people’s Instagram feed? Then head over to Plymouth Harbor to get some seafaring photos of the Mayflower II. This full-scale replica of the tall ship that brought the Pilgrims to the New World is a standout sight along the pier. You can get beautiful nautical photos of the ship on the water, or you can step aboard and get close-up shots of the detailed replica of a 17th century ship. 

Mayflower Society House

Stately historical houses make for great photography, and the Mayflower Society House is the perfect example. Get amazing exterior shots of the historic eighteenth century mansion built by Edward Winslow, with its white siding making it beautiful against the lush green lawn during spring and summer and the stark white snow and bright blue skies during the winter. Explore the Mayflower Society’s Colonial Revival Garden, which gives a romantic backdrop to any couple’s photo with its roses, trimmed hedges, and fountain in the center.

Whether you use your phone camera or professional photography equipment, you’ll find Plymouth can provide you with the perfect settings and subjects for your pictures. Take some beautiful photos and be sure to tag us with @seeplymouth so we can admire your shots!