Village Landing Marketplace features a collection of eclectic shops. Photo by Gary Higgins

Village Landing, Plymouth

Plymouth’s waterfront has a lot to offer for those willing to walk past Plymouth Rock. By all means visit the local icon, but then continue on. Walk along the harbor and town wharf. There are cement paths to use, and the view is spectacular. Stop in at the Village Landing Marketplace on the left just past the rotary on Water Street. Its eclectic shops offer everything from fine chocolates to fine wines.

Cost: $10.99 for a bottle of Pilgrim’s White (dry white dinner wine) from the Plymouth Winery; $10.45 for a grilled chicken sandwich with fries and a ginger ale at the East Bay Grille.

Time: 60 minutes

At the Crow’s Nest restaurant in Village Landing Marketplace, owner David Iandoli serves up grilled sandwiches and chowder. Photo by Gary Higgins

WALK AROUND

Parking is free at Village Landing. Stone paths wind through the marketplace and benches offer quiet respites, especially if you go in the off-season.

CHECK IT OUT

The marketplace offers New England crafts, fine gifts, collectibles, T-shirts, a winery and specialty clothing shops.

QUICK BITES

There are several sandwich shops along Water Street before you get to Village Landing. You can also grab a bite at the Blue-Eyed Crab in the marketplace, next door at the Crow’s Nest restaurant, or across the street at the East Bay Grille.

RELAX

After lunch and shopping, take a stroll to the public boat launch or the fishing pier. Walk along the water or sit on a nearby bench.