New Bedford · Bristol County, MA
Hidden gems in New Bedford
Scout analyzed 51 New Bedford places and surfaced the ones that actually fit hidden gems.
Places analyzed
51
Matches
5
Typical spend
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Typical visit
2 hr
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Arts & Culture
Zeiterion
Performing arts center in a grand, historic building with musical & dramatic programming.
Arts & Culture
Fort Rodman
Waterfront fort built during the Civil War era & a nearby military museum with historical artifacts.
Outdoors
Freetown-Fall River State Forest
Vast public land with a wading pool, picnic area, 50+ miles of dirt trails & a trout-stocked brook.
Arts & Culture
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Half-scale model of a whaling ship & exhibits on the history of the global whaling industry.
Arts & Culture
The Children's Museum of Greater Fall River
Kids' museum with interactive exhibits in the areas of math, science, technology &the arts.
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