Ready for an adventure kiddies? Then come to Fall River and see the aging ruins of the Old Fall…read moreRiver Ice House. But please, be discreet. Signs around the entryway state that fishing, boating, swimming and camping are strictly prohibited. But ever since I was a child I always wondered what the old Medieval looking ruin had to offer the not so faint of heart. Now as an adult literalist, I interpret the absence of a no trespassing order as something akin to an invitation. One side of the structure can be seen on the right while driving north on Route 24 coming from 195. Take exit 5 and follow Eastern Avenue then take a left onto New Boston Road. At the end, turn left onto Willow Street which turns into Ruth Street (over the freeway) and then Meridian Street (in a very short distance). Park on Hannah Street or Bergeron Street and then walk back toward whence you drove and go around the left of the fence across the road. What awaits you on the other side is a lonesome path long neglected over time. Weeds and trees flourish between cracks in the crumbling asphalt. Once past the noise from the street, an eerie quiet sets in. A short walk will lead you to the northern shores of the pond. Continue along and watch for the ruins on the right. Inside you will find excellent photo opportunities and a remarkable example of structural decay and a forest gradually reclaiming lost ground. Vines ensnare the surrounding trees and creep alongside the walls of the massive building. The colossal inner chambers are full of trees and enormous stones that have given way to time. Interesting exterior brickwork nestled among stones can be seen as one moves along the southern edge of the building closer to the shore. One wall bears the scar of what may have been a large lightning strike. Most of the walls have soaring vacancies in the stonework that may have once held windows or doors. Sadly, there is some graffiti, but it's a minor distraction in such an exciting place. After you've had your fill of the ruins, continue along the path and feel the eyes of the forest upon you. Low walls of stone accompany you throughout most of your journey and it would be difficult to get lost. Bear left when the path splits about a half mile after you've gone over the causeway (it can be difficult to discern) and you will eventually return to Meridian Street. Do NOT forget your camera!

Good. Had a good time looking at the old buildings and seeing the tools that they used.read more

This house is being beautifully and carefully restored. We attended their Colonial Life event and…read morehad a fabulous time! They had many reenactors on hand who were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It was a great experience and we will definitely be back!

Very small landmark where the first Puritan settlers landed in Portsmouth, RI. There is parking at…read morethe entrance and a very short walk where you will find a shaded glade with a running brook and a small waterfall, memorial benches scattered throughout, and an herb garden in memory of the late Anne Hutchinson and Mary Dyer. Very peaceful little spot!!

DO NOT STAY HERE: I stayed at the lighthouse for one night. That amounted to $600, and that's with…read morehaving to wait two years for my stay. The lighthouse itself was fine. If you can get around the bugs and the dust and being stranded for 24 hours in the middle of the ocean, you may enjoy yourself. My primary concern is the lack of safety aboard the lighthouse and the lack of care for same. At 7:30 in the morning, a strange man rolled up next to the lighthouse so close as if he was going to tie. I informed the owner, Kevin, that this happened and his response was, " Oh, probably just a fisherman. I have no control over who comes up to the lighthouse because it's public waters." I am a young female, who was staying completely alone. No locks on the doors or windows, including the bathroom door, and this is in Fall River - one of the most dangerous cities in Massachusetts. Days after my stay, the owner decided to contact me and chew me out for not giving a $50 tip. I have no idea where $50 came into play. I would never tip anyone $50 even if they cleaned my entire bathroom with their tongue. But he kept insisting that I owed him $50 for a tip and also calling it a "fee". I have worked in hospitality and tourism for the last five years, and I have never expected, chased a guest for, or been angry about not receiving a tip. I've also never stipulated the amount I was to be tipped. I found the owner wildly unprofessional, rude, and money hungry. He was not at all concerned about the safety of me or other guests for that matter. I would consider myself to be a pretty good guest. I cleaned up after myself and I even did a little extra cleaning for them, since the lighthouse really needed it. But I was met with nasty text messages days after my departure about a $50 tip that they felt entitled to. I'd also like to mention that I'm a cancer patient in my 20's and this is a grown man who makes at least $600 a night per guest and he still had the nerve to try something like this.

What an awesome lighthouse to visit! We had a lot of fun here. Nick has done a phenomenal job…read morerestoring this lighthouse, he provided the ride out and he was a fantastic host! You can spend the night here giving you the ability to live and understand the life and role of a 19th century lighthouse keeper. The lighthouse is equipped with modern day conveniences such as a modernized kitchen with a sink, refrigerator, microwave, gas cook-top stove, dinnerware and fresh drinking water. It also has solar electricity and indoor heat. There is a bathroom with an eco-friendly vanity & toilet but there is no shower. There is one queen size mattress, a sofa & chairs with a flat screen TV & DVD. You will also find an outdoor propane BBQ that you can cook on as well. You are allowed to bring alcohol, there is NO swimming and no smoking. Check it out!

Always a great place to visit. Once a year they have a free admissions day if you catch at the…read moreright time. You must register online in order to take advantage of it. The area seems to be picking up with more people. The Carousle and the Cafe. Since they did a make over of the Cafe which offers more food and drink choices and gift shop items it made it more inviting. On the right day there might be some outdoor entertainment which they never had prior to the cafe opening there. Worth the visit.

I love touring the ships & going to the museum, as well as…read moreseeing the carousel there :) I've gone there since I was a little girl & never get tired of going there It holds a lot of memories for me & there's always a lot to learn about the history of the events

The Gates of the City Monument celebrates the sister-city link between Fall River and Ponta…read moreDelgade, the capital of the Portuguese island of São Miguel in the Azores. The monument is a scaled-down recreation of Ponta Delgada, the largest city in the Azores islands. On the Fall River replica, the east side of the monument has the Ponta Delgado seal at the top, while the west-facing side has a three-dimensional representation of the Fall River municipal seal. There is a plaque at the base, "These 'gates' symbolize the friendship between two sister cities. Fall River and Ponta Delgada. Reaching across the Atlantic, to share their cultures, their hopes and the dreams of their people. July 22, 2006. Edward M. Lambert, Jr. Mayor." There is also a second plaque that commemorates the visit of His Excellency the President of the Portuguese Republic on June 22, 2007. The three-arched monument is 60 feet tall and was completed in 2006. Almost half of the population of Fall River claims Portuguese roots, according to Census Bureau data. [Review 18638 overall - 1218 in Massachusetts - 2160 of 2022.]

Located on the USS Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., is this little museum. A great addition to Battleship…read moreCove, its another way for youth and adults to get to see history up close rather than in a classroom and textbook.

Love this little museum in Fall River right next to the Battleship. Is free to go in and they even…read morehave a small theater where you can watch some movies about the history of the city. Everyone I've spoke to there has been very friendly. They have a small gift shop located next door too.

This was a fun museum to stop in and see. It's a very laid back tour in which you simply walk…read morearound and read the wall and look at the displays. It was free admission and included with the Battleship Cove tour. Some really great history here especially if you're a Titanic history buff like myself. The staff consisted of one young woman who was very polite and helpful. It's about a 500 yard walk from Battle Shop cove and worth every step. Done really cute items in the gift shop as well. I really enjoy maritime museums and this was no exception.

Kennedy Park is the largest of the City's parks in the City of Fall River. Kennedy Park is an…read morehistoric park designed by famed Fredrick Law Olmstead who also designed Central Park in NYC. The Park is split into 3 sections: Upper (Borders - S.Main St, Middle St, Broadway and Bradford Ave), Middle (Borders - Broadway, Middle St., Bay St. and Bradford Ave), and the Lower (Borders - Bay St, Middle St, Club St and Mt. Hope Bay coastline). Kennedy Park features: 2 Softball fields - One at upper section of the park, one at the lower section of the park. 2 Little league fields - Both at the upper section 3 Basketball Courts (brand new as of 2016) - Located at the upper section 4 Tennis courts - Located at the middle section A Pavilion with spectacular views of Mount Hope Bay - Located at the middle section A Warming House (bathrooms) - Located at the middle section A Scenic Overlook (overlooks Mount Hope Bay) - Located at the lower section An Ice Skating Rink (HUGE!) / During summer months you can see kids roller skating, bike riding, etc here - Located at the middle section Walking paths - Throughout the park, but the upper park has one that is ideal for laps and is 0.7 miles around. Huge sledding hill - Just beyond the pavilion located at the middle section One of the most prominent features is a NEW Inclusive Playground completed in June 2014. The playground is in natural colors so it blends with the landscape of the historical park. It features an all steel design with double wide ramps throughout so 2 wheelchairs can pass each other. It is beautifully shaded by large mature trees. The flooring at the playground is GTImpax Turf which is a synthetic turf safety surfacing. It has a 12' fall height meaning it protects kids from broken bones and concussions if they accidentally fall from the equipment (tallest point of the playground is 8'). It is also accessible for children with mobility devices and once again, blends with the natural landscape. There is a 5-12 yr old section of the playground that is 100'X60'. Max height is 8' with slides, climbers, bridges, etc. There is a 2-5 yr area that is 92'X53' with a max height of 4'. There is also a Swing/Picnic area that is 61'X58'. There are adequate benches and the picnic tables are accessible. There are 2 belt swings, 2 toddler swings, 2 ADA swings and a tire swing. There are multiple climbers, slides, spinners, a seesaw, etc throughout. This playground is HUGE and is a place where ALL kids can play. Kennedy Park is centrally located in the City and near the finest Fall River attractions including the Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast, Heritage Park, Downtown, Battleship Cove, the Carousel and the waterfront.

I prefer Nixon Forest, but this place will do…read more The cute little park is located in Fall River Massachusetts and a good place to go and hang out and soak up some nice air, and some rain usually, lol. It's in a kind of a polluted city, but it's a beautiful location and this park is one of my favourite little spots in all of Fall River.