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28 Best and Fun Things To Do In Duxbury, Massachusetts


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Famous for its delicious seafood, this historic seaside town in Plymouth County is a must-visit on any trip to Massachusetts. Duxbury is beautifully serene and there are plenty of things to do!

Visitors can stroll along the waterfront or stop by one of the area’s many boutiques and shops. There are also plenty of restaurants, cafes, and bars to choose from when you’re in town, ideal for unwinding after a busy day. And, if you’re looking to try some fresh seafood while you’re there, be sure to stop by the Island Creek Oyster Farm.

Finally, there is Duxbury Beach Park, which is ideal for swimming, walking, or watching the sunset.

Read our list below to discover more fun things to do in Duxbury, Massachusetts

The 28 Most Popular Things To Do In Duxbury, Massachusetts

28. The Gurnet

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

27. Monponsett Pond

4.5 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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26. Burrage Pond – Upper Reservoir

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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25. The Major John Bradford Homestead

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

Location: 50 Landing Road Kingston MA

24. Clark’s Island

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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23. Shipyard Lane Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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22. Round Pond

4.5 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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21. Blackmans Point

4.5 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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20. King Caesar House

3.7 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: 120 King Caesar Road Duxbury MA

Tel:  781 934 6106

Web Address:   http://duxburyhistory.org/historic-houses/

19. Silver Lake

4.8 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

18. Duxbury Bay

4.3 ★★★★☆ (10 reviews)

17. Oldham Pond

4.6 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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16. Saquish Head

4.7 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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15. Duxbury Pier Lighthouse (Bug Light)

4.5 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

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Location: Plymouth MA

Tel:  508 747 1620

14. Gurnet Light

4.5 ★★★★★ (29 reviews)

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Location: 1 Grant Street Plymouth MA

13. Winslow House

4.8 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: 634 Careswell Street Marshfield MA

Tel:  781 837 5753

Web Address:   http://winslowhouse.org/

12. Cranberry Cove

4.5 ★★★★★ (32 reviews)

Location: Camp Kiwanee Road Hanson MA

Tel:  781 293 2333

Web Address:   https://hanson-ma.gov/recreation-department/events/111673

11. Stetson Meadows

4.5 ★★★★★ (79 reviews)

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Location: Marshfield MA

Web Address:   https://nsrwa.org/listing/stetson-meadows/

10. Duxbury Beach Reservation

4.3 ★★★★☆ (259 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://duxburybeach.com/

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9. Duxbury Rural & Historical Society

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: 479 Washington Street Duxbury MA

Tel:  781 934 6106

Web Address:   http://duxburyhistory.org/

8. Gurnet Point, Massachusetts

5.0 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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7. Art Complex Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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Location: 189 Alden Street Duxbury MA

Tel:  781 934 6634

Web Address:   http://artcomplex.org/

6. Alden House Historic Site

4.7 ★★★★★ (49 reviews)

Location: 105 Alden Street Duxbury MA

Tel:  781 934 9092

Web Address:   http://alden.org/

5. Mass Audubon’s North Hill Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

4.5 ★★★★★ (56 reviews)

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Location: Mayflower Street Duxbury MA

Tel:  781 837 9400

Web Address:   http://massaudubon.org/northhill

4. Duxbury Beach

4.6 ★★★★★ (75 reviews)

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3. Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

4.6 ★★★★★ (82 reviews)

Location: Crescent Street Duxbury MA

Tel:  508 747 5360

Web Address:   https://mass.gov/locations/myles-standish-monument-state-reservation

2. Green Harbor Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (88 reviews)

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1. Duxbury Beach Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (163 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://site.duxburybeachpark.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Duxbury, Massachusetts! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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