
Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
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Is Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour worth booking?
Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour is a 0.8-hour experience in Cape Cod, United States, from $8 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- From
- $8 per person
Herman Melville said this city was perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all of New England. On this tour you will explore the streets that inspired Melville's tale, showcasing the city's nineteenth-century architectu
What you get
About this experience
Herman Melville said this city was perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all of New England. On this tour you will explore the streets that inspired Melville's tale, showcasing the city's nineteenth-century architecture and the landmarks that played a crucial role in both the whaling industry and Melville's masterpiece. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk guiding you step by step through the streets. Stop anytime, and listen again later anytime.
What's included
Included
- The tour never expires and you can go anytime, at your own pace.
- Walking tour of Historic New Bedford on our Walking Tour app
Not included
- No food, drink, admission or human guide, this is all outside on our walking tour app
What you'll see and do
The tour ends at the The National Lightship Sailors Memorial where you'll hear the history of the lightships and it's people.
5 minutes here
You'll stop outside the Seaman's Bethel, the historic spot that Melville used and wrote about in Moby Dick.
10 minutes here
The tour starts at the “A Dead Whale or a Stove Boat” Statue where you'll hear about the history, name and whaling.
5 minutes here
The tour stops by the Massachusetts 54th Volunteer Regiment Memorial, you'll hear about the people that fought, and the whaling link.
5 minutes here
The tour stops outside the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center, and you'll be guided step by step through the area.
5 minutes here
The tour starts outside the U.S. Customs house, where you'll hear the story of what happened here.
Pass by without stopping
The tour stops outside the Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern , and you'll hear it's history.
5 minutes here
New Bedford Whaling Museum
The tour stops outside the historic New Bedford Whaling Museum and you'll hear about whaling history and what it was used for
Pass by without stopping
You'll walk around the historic district stopping outside of historic places and hearing the story of whaling.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cape Cod
The tour starts outside the library at the “A Dead Whale or a Stove Boat” Statue, you'll learn the term, what whaling meant to this town, and how it shaped moby dick.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at the The National Lightship Sailors Memorial, where you'll hear the history of lightships and those this honors.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Worth it!
The guide’s voice and information made the tour engaging and interesting. Directions to next stop were clear, although sometimes I had to listen to them more than once, but that was easy to do either rewinding or opening the write up. It would be helpful to have your phone fully charged before starting. We took turns playing the narrative because we didn’t have earphones and it kept us n sync as well.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Cod.
How much does Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $8 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Cod usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Cod is not rushed.
Is Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Cod, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Cod can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Cod and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Moby Dick's New Bedford Smartphone Guided Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Cod within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cape Cod?
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Cape Cod covers Provincetown whale watching over Stellwagen Bank, dune tours in the National Seashore, seal cruises off Chatham, lighthouse loops and ferry day trips to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard. Whale sighting policies vary between operators. On Outty we rank every Cape Cod experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Lucinda Lipol Tour of Provincetown, Chatham Bites and Sights Walking Guided Food Tasting Tour, Wine and Wine Jelly-Sauce Tasting on Plymouth Bay. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cape Cod?
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June to September, with whales from April to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cape Cod?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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