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Things to see in New Bedford, Massachusetts (United States): 31 places and when to go
New Bedford, Massachusetts is a city in United States with around 136,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Architecture (9), Nature (8), History (6). The best known are USS Lionfish, Battleship Cove and USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr.. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 9 h. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.6561, -70.9447
- Population
- About 136,000
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Architecture (9) · Nature (8) · History (6) · Temples (6) · Wildlife (6) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 263 km as the crow flies
What to see in New Bedford, Massachusetts
The places in and around New Bedford, Massachusetts, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- USS Lionfish1943 Balao-class submarine19 km
- Battleship CoveMaritime museum in Fall River, Massachusetts, USA19 km
- USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr.1945 Gearing-class destroyer19 km
- Cathedral of St. Mary of the AssumptionChurch in Massachusetts, United States18 km
- New Bedford Whaling MuseumMaritime museum in New Bedford2.9 km
- Cuttyhunk LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States27 km
- Cleveland East Ledge LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States21 km
- Freetown-Fall River State ForestProtected area in Massachusetts, United States15 km
- St. Anne Shrine of Fall RiverChurch building in Fall River, United States of America19 km
- St. Anthony of Padua ChurchChurch1.4 km
- Tarpaulin Cove LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States26 km
- Bird Island LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States19 km
- Butler Flats LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States7.2 km
- Charles M. Braga Jr. Memorial BridgeBridge in Fall River, Massachusetts19 km
- Church of the AscensionChurch building in Massachusetts, United States of America18 km
- Clarks Point LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States7.9 km
- Copicut WoodsNature reserve in Fall River, Massachusetts11 km
- Cuttyhunk HarborBay in Dukes County, Massachusetts, United States of America26 km
- Demarest Lloyd State ParkRecreation area in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, U.S15 km
- Lees RiverTidal river in Massachusetts, United States22 km
- Ned Point LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States12 km
- Santo Christo ChurchChurch building in Fall River, United States of America19 km
- Slocum's River ReserveProtected landscape in Massachusetts13 km
- St. John the Baptist ChurchChurch in New Bedford, Massachusetts3.5 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
- History: United States Customhouse, Wing's Neck Light
- Nature: Westport Town Farm
- With kids: Buttonwood Park Zoo
- Diving: City of Taunton
- Food and drink: Buzzard's Bay Brewery
- Stargazing: UMassD Observatory
When to go to New Bedford, Massachusetts
The best time to visit New Bedford, Massachusetts is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:18
- FebPossible10:23
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:08
- MayBest time14:21
- JunBest time15:00
- JulBest time14:44
- AugBest time13:41
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:51
- NovPossible9:36
- DecPossible9:00
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 9 h. In April, 30 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to New Bedford, Massachusetts
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 263 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Carver13 places27 km
- Taunton5 places30 km
- Newport, Rhode Island31 places36 km
- Oak Bluffs13 places38 km
- Sandwich12 places38 km
- Providence, Rhode Island38 places43 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in New Bedford, Massachusetts?
The best known: USS Lionfish, Battleship Cove, USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, New Bedford Whaling Museum. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit New Bedford, Massachusetts?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h of daylight, and in December, 9 h.
How do you get to New Bedford, Massachusetts?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 263 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with New Bedford, Massachusetts as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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