New Bedford · Bristol County, MA
Things to do this weekend in New Bedford
Scout analyzed 52 New Bedford places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.
Places analyzed
52
Matches
24
Typical spend
$15
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Best neighborhoods for this weekend
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Smith Mills
Dunkin'
A quick stop for coffee and a donut or breakfast sandwich, suitable for a solo start to the day or a brief family stop. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit lasting about 15 minutes.
Nightlife
Top Shelf Bar & Grill
Outdoors
East Beach
Outdoors
Clasky Common Park
Food & Drink
Cove Surf and Turf
Classic seafood plates share the menu with burgers & chops at this casual spot with a cozy interior.
Food & Drink
The Breakfast Klub
Food & Drink
Little Phoenix
Outdoors
Myles Standish State Forest
Giant property with ponds, hiking & biking trails, plus hunting & 35 miles of equestrian trails.
Shopping
Tia Maria's European Café
Family-owned breakfast & lunch spot with dinner some nights plus beer, wine & espresso drinks.
Arts & Culture
Zeiterion
Performing arts center in a grand, historic building with musical & dramatic programming.
Family
FunZ Trampoline Park
Food & Drink
The Black Whale
Contemporary bar & eatery serving innovative seafood dishes & raw shellfish amid harbor views.
Food & Drink
The Vault Performing Arts Center &Pub
Lively spot offering creative American grub, housemade brews & a downstairs venue for rock concerts.
Food & Drink
Green Bean
Bright, colorful cafe offering coffee drinks, pastries & wraps, including vegan options.
Food & Drink
Friendly Donuts
Food & Drink
The Baker - New Bedford
Food & Drink
Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern
Charming tavern in historic digs offering a seafood-heavy menu, draft beers & creative cocktails.
Outdoors
Ames Nowell State Park
Park with boating & fishing lake plus trails for hiking, horseback riding & cross-country skiing.
Outdoors
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center
District with many historic attractions dedicated to the town's 19th-century whaling history.
Food & Drink
Antonio's Restaurant
Low-key, family-owned Portuguese eatery dishing up large portions of old-world seafood dishes.
Outdoors
Fort Taber Park
Waterfront 47-acre park featuring a 19th-century fort, museum, playground & expansive green space.
Food & Drink
Toast N Jam
Food & Drink
Smashed
Food & Drink
The Nook
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 40 of the 52 analyzed New Bedford places fit this weekend.
- 28% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 100% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed.
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