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New Bedford’s tourist destinations

The Port of New Bedford
As cruise ships approach the Port of New Bedford, passengers enjoy breathtaking views of Buzzards Bay, the southern approaches to the Cape Cod Canal, and the city's beaches. On the way into the inner harbor, cruise ships pass through the Hurricane Barrier, the largest stone structure in the eastern United States. Cruise ships berth in the heart of a dynamic working waterfront amid commercial fishing vessels and docks busy with workers repairing and outfitting vessels. In addition to fishing vessels, visitors may see ocean-going freighters, high-speed passenger ferries, tugboats, barges, sailboats, powerboats, or whaleboats in the harbor.

Passenger Terminal The passenger terminal at State Pier - a short walk from the cruise ship dock - is available to cruise passengers. The terminal offers a visitor information kiosk and public restrooms. The terminal is open seven days a week from approximately 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Monday through Wednesday) and 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Thursday through Sunday).
Getting Around The city's downtown historic district is adjacent to the waterfront. This area is a popular tourist destination known for its museums, galleries, shops, and restaurants and is home to the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. The downtown historic district is easily accessible from the cruise ship dock.
	The cruise ship dock is a 10-minute walk from the historic district.
	Complimentary shuttle service is available to cruise ship passengers. The shuttle makes a continuous loop to and from the terminal with stops in the downtown historic district. Shuttle service runs seven days a week from early morning until 9 p.m. (later on weekends).
	Local taxicab service is available at State Pier.
(Note: Regional and interstate bus lines provide service from the downtown bus terminal to Boston, Cape Cod, Rhode Island, and New York City. Several auto rental companies also are located in the city.)
Concierge Service The Port of New Bedford offers a variety of tourist attractions and services for cruise ship passengers. Port staff are available to assist passengers and crew if special requests or specific needs arise. During business hours, contact the HDC at 508/961-3000.