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The Drawing Room
A carefully curated art & design shop featuring handcrafted, original gifts by New England artisans, paint by Farrow & Ball and Annie Sloan, and a fine selection of regional wines from Buzzards Bay to Burgundy.
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
preserved to tell the history of whaling, including stories on the Underground Railroad, immigration, textiles, and commerce. Housed in an 1853 former bank building, the Visitor Center features free activities including an introductory movie, the Corson MakerSpace, and seasonal daily walking tours.
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Anchored by the sea and its stories, NBWM shares the art, science, history, and culture of this vibrant maritime region and its people. We’re a champion for whale conservation and a keeper of the region’s collective memory.
Beauty Union
Private boutique-style services specializing in the art of beautyWith a 30+ year career in beauty which includes film, bridal and education, Lori Gomes brings together a collective of independent hair artists known as the “union”. Featuring Alfaparf Milano and Olaplex hair care brands. Corrective color, hand tied extensions, curly cuts, bridal, and more.
A cards and collectibles shop featuring Pokemon, sports, and other TCGs.
A hip hop based youth development organization that engages young leaders to positively transform their community through skill-based mentoring, organizing and the arts.
Acushnet Creamery’s second location, serving our homemade ice cream, frappes, sundaes, hot dogs, and quahogs!
Alison Wells Fine Art Studio & Gallery specializes in original paintings, prints and greeting cards by New Bedford based Trinidadian Artist Alison Wells.
A boho “beautique” offering color, extensions, & hair smoothing treatments. Plus, a cozy lounge and gift shop!
Massages, facials, waxing, body treatments, nails, sauna, couples packages, and group and corporate events.
Burgers inspired by New Bedford, chicken sandwiches, waffle fries, and more!
Haircuts, lived in color, blow outs and more.
A modern jewelry store featuring an eclectic mix of styles and designers including Anna Beck, Ayala Bar, Chan Luu, Mikal Winn and many more.
Private boutique-style services specializing in the art of beautyWith a 30+ year career in beauty which includes film, bridal and education, Lori Gomes brings together a collective of independent hair artists known as the “union”. Featuring Alfaparf Milano and Olaplex hair care brands. Corrective color, hand tied extensions, curly cuts, bridal, and more.
An innovative florist, providing only the freshest blooms to the New Bedford and surrounding area, focused on wedding design and local events as well as day-to-day floral needs.
Serving up boba, tea, organic coffee, espresso as well as a variety of sweet and savory treats.
Serving a fresh, bold, and innovative menu that honors the history of New Bedford! Local seafood, raw bar, sushi, & great cocktails!
Private and small group fitness and nutrition coaching by a team of trainers dedicated to helping you attain your personalized fitness goals.
Authentic Neapolitan brick-oven sourdough pizza in 90 seconds plus salads, calzoni, beer and wine, outdoor seating.
Southeastern Massachusetts’ leading resource for education and workforce development.
Established in 1894, is the 12th oldest zoo in the United States and features over 240 species, most notably Asian elephants, red pandas, sloths, cougars, black bears, eagles, seals, otters, & more!
Free environmental exploration center. Learn about our local waters and how you can protect & enjoy them!
Serving downtown New Bedford since 2004. Serving micro roasted coffee, Liege style waffles, smoothies and smoothie bowls, breakfast & lunch sandwiches, freshly baked pastries.
Authentic Mexican food, including burrito bowls, taco salad, nachos & more!
A locally-owned fashion boutique featuring clothes, shoes, and accessories from chic to casual! Stocking straight & plus size styles from brands like Free People, Show Me Your Mumu, and more!
A women-owned boutique based in New Bedford selling contemporary women's apparel, home decor gifts and more.
A rustic Italian restaurant featuring fresh seafood, brunch menu, & more!
Family-owned since 1947, Carter’s stocks workwear staples like Timberland, Carhartt, Levi’s, Sperry, & more!
A curated collection of fine upscale women’s fashions, from casual and contemporary to evening apparel! Style assessments, personal shopping & special orders available.
Originally built in 1857 as the library, it was reconstructed between 1906-1912. It is home to one of the oldest continually operating public elevators in the United States.
Mixed-use co-working space, featuring education/meeting space, art gallery, businesses, non-profit offices and storefronts. Gallery open daily.
A vintage toy store specializing in 80’s & 90’s childhood favorites!
Farm-to-Fork menu sized for sharing, wine and liquor flights, seasonal outdoor dining.
A well-curated antique shop specializing in local ephemera, costume jewelry, and mid-century collectibles.
Classic cocktails & delicious bar food served in a historical setting. From-scratch menu, handmade to order cocktails, & a rotating selection of local & regional craft beers.
The M/V CUTTYHUNK is a beautifully maintained whale-watchstyle boat. Safe, fast and comfortable, The M/V CUTTYHUNK brings up to 149 passengers to and from Cuttyhunk Island in just one hour with a friendly and professional crew dedicated to making your trip the best it can be!
Serving up authentic Mexican, Salvadorian and Guatemalan food.
Scratch-made soups, gourmet grilled cheese, seasonal sides, outdoor dining.
From-scratch dining experience, locally grown ingredients, house-made cheese, pickles and sauces, the original NB poutine.
A family & POC-owned business with an amazing selection of pipes, bongs, and tobacco products, with a friendly & knowledgeable staff!
Located on New Bedford’s historic working waterfront, and walking distance to all downtown attractions and restaurants. Suites and harbor view rooms. Full service conference and event center.
An upscale boutique specializing in farmhouse décor, candles, and gifts! Hand-selected home accessories including throws, pillows, and more. New arrivals every week.
Home of the Syrian Nacho and award-winning fish chowder, plus creative salads, hand-cut steaks and signature cocktails.
New Bedford’s most accessible and longest running cooperative art gallery and performance venue. Features monthly exhibitions, live music, and more.
Locally roasted coffee, organic teas, fresh juices, smoothies, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, vegan friendly.
A non-gendered clothing and accessories shop, selling a curated mix of new and secondhand items.
Day spa fulfilling all your wellness and beauty needs from individually tailored massage therapy to skin care, nail care, and makeup.
Family-owned Cape Verdean restaurant with the BEST French toast in town and authentic catchupa!
A Hispanic-owned fashion boutique specializing in chic styles for going out and every day. Dresses, denim, swimwear, and shoes!
A hub for apparel, locally handcrafted gifts, souvenirs and screen printing.
Award winning portrait photography, specializing in high school seniors and families.
13 N 6th St, New Bedford, MA 02740 (774) 425-3295 www.massescaperoom.com
A unique harbor-front restaurant offering fresh, local seafood and contemporary New England cuisine.
Old-school Portuguese comfort food, breakfast and lunch.
Pizza, grinders, salads and calzones for over 30 years.
All-you-can-eat sushi and appetizers, bento box specials, hot pot, hibachi.
A Latin-American inspired coffee and sandwich shop, with an eclectic menu, packed with flair and fun without the fillers! Mirasol’s signature coffee drink, The Chippi, is a local obsession!
Enjoy the freshest seafood anywhere served alongside the distinguished ales and lagers we brew right on the premises.
It’s all about Moby! Maritime-inspired gifts and novelties.
Founded in 1994, Moby Dick Marina services 50 in-water slips, 80 indoor rack storage spaces, 5 moorings, and a 19,200 square foot steel building for storage during the summer & winter seasons.
Explore the lives and the stories of Nathan and Polly Johnson and their contributions to the Anti-Slavery cause, including their support of the famed abolitionists Frederick and Anna Douglass, as they began their free life together in New Bedford, MA.
Changing exhibitions of contemporary and traditional art from across the region and around the world.
A new age shop with an old school feel and attitude! Offering the latest in mens haircuts and designs, straight razor/hot towel shaves and shampoos upon request.
Award-winning musical theatre in Southeastern, MA for over two decades.
Dedicated to preserving and presenting the story of the fishing industry past, present, and future through exhibits, programs, and archives.
Built as a City Hall in the 1830’s, the library building is now home to significant historical holdings, including materials on Whaling, Quaker and the 19th century Abolition Movement and museum-quality collection of fine art.
68 comfortable guest rooms, meeting and event spaces, restaurant, bar, in the heart of historic Downtown New Bedford.
A dance school that works to instill a genuine love of dance, while inspiring self-confidence, discipline, and respect of the performing arts.
A professional symphonic orchestra that performs with internationally renowned guest artists.
dNB’s premiere tattoo shop, with artists specializing in black & gray, American traditional, color, and neo-traditional work.
Anchored by the sea and its stories, NBWM shares the art, science, history, and culture of this vibrant maritime region and its people. We’re a champion for whale conservation and a keeper of the region’s collective memory.
preserved to tell the history of whaling, including stories on the Underground Railroad, immigration, textiles, and commerce. Housed in an 1853 former bank building, the Visitor Center features free activities including an introductory movie, the Corson MakerSpace, and seasonal daily walking tours.
A place where the community gathers for wellness programming, swimming and recreational offerings since 1867.
A friendly neighborhood taco joint offering fresh Mexican-style food, beer, wine, and signature sangria!
Built in 1845-1846 for Whaling Captain Benjamin Clark and his family, this three-story Georgian Revival home is now one of New Bedford’s leading B&Bs.
Your favorite local Paint & Sip art Studio offering Step-by-Step painting classes, private parties, and more!
Art studio & gallery.
South Coast Massachusetts’ first cold-pressed juice company. Offering our signature soul bowls, smoothies, avocado toast, and more!
An old school 80’s style Arcade offering a full service bar with craft-made drinks and food. Vegan options available. All ages until 8pm; Late Night, 21+!
A buy/sell/trade sneaker and vintage clothing shop.
Renovated in 2006, the Marina has a timber “T-Pier” structure with a system of floating docks. Pope’s Island Marina is located on the south side of Pope’s Island and enjoys a well-protected spot inside the Hurricane Barrier. Transient and seasonal slips available.
A craft beer tavern, pouring beers from 24 taps since 2008! Visit for a pint and a signature menu item like the Brisket Cheese Steak or their popular Cubano!
A charming tavern in historic digs offering a seafood-centric menu, raw bar, draft beers & creative cocktails.
Craft brews, earth’s best wings, specialty sandwiches, seasonal outdoor dining.
Bringing decades of experience, Rosa (owner) and Becky strive to create a fun, relaxed atmosphere coupled with confident professionalism. Services for men, women, and children in a cozy welcoming salon!
This Greek Revival whaling mansion is the best example of the “brave houses and flowery gardens” described by Herman Melville in “Moby Dick.” Experience period rooms and a full city block of gardens.
Coastal inspired decor, gifts, and apparel. Exclusive gyotaku prints from local artist, Peter Van Dingstee. Candles from New Bedford Candle Co.
A traditional witch shop and apothecary offering psychic readings, witch wares, candles, crystals, herbs, jewelry, and more.
A friendly, diverse, inclusive and accessible yoga community where you can be yourself and enjoy the life you love.
Built in 1830, the setting for the famous chapter in Moby-Dick in which Father Mapple preaches his sermon on Jonah and the Whale.
New Bedford’s Seaport Art Walk is the city’s first large format outdoor public art installation. Each summer, sculpture and murals are strategically placed along New Bedford’s working waterfront and Seaport Cultural District. On view annually, July to October.
Offering lodging and direct navigation to and from open water, as well as easy access to public transportation, restaurants, and shopping nearby.
High speed ferry to Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard. Dockside VIP parking, valet, or free shuttle from the Whales Tooth parking lot.
Offering a variety of inspiring classes & workshops to learn meditation, bring real meaning to your life and access the timeless wisdom of Buddha’s teachings.
A clean beauty and modern wellness boutique focusing on consciously created products. Shop skincare, cosmetics, bath & body and home essentials by cruelty-free and eco-friendly brands.
A Bar & Food Joint serving up unique comfort food.
Dedicated to skateboarding since 1997. Decks, wheels, skate shoes, and limited edition tees.
Authentic Thai style dishes, made with fresh ingredients & traditional flavors!
Offering previously owned books for the casual reader & collector.
An eclectic collection of plants, seeds, fountains, nature-complimentary gifts, pet goods and treats, wall art, dinnerware and more.
Artisan pastry, bread, sandwiches, & coffee with a focus on french pastry produced from scratch, onsite, and baked fresh every day.
A barre fitness studio with an empowering and supportive community, offering barre & yoga classes set to fun and motivating music.
Hair and beauty salon, featuring Kevin Murphy haircare products.
A self-care house for the modern babe! Services include brow lamination, lash lifts, nail art, & more!
A carefully curated art & design shop featuring handcrafted, original gifts by New England artisans, paint by Farrow & Ball and Annie Sloan, and a fine selection of regional wines from Buzzards Bay to Burgundy.
The latest selection sports and non-sports cards & collectibles.
An eclectic vintage and preloved clothing shop stocking men’s and women’s fashions.
A grand Victorian built in 1855, The Whale House is the former home of Herman Melville’s sister. The house has two sections: The Main House and The Guest Suite which are available for short-term stays via Airbnb and VRBO!
A waterfront clam shack serving fresh, locally caught seafood in a casual beachy setting, right on the pier!
Authentic Portuguese cuisine, pastries, homemade desserts. Full breakfast menu. Organic coffee, espresso.
Offering custom affordable art and unique gifts by over 20 local artists. Pottery, glass, clothing, photos, prints, paintings, cards, custom jewelry & more!
New Bedford’s premiere consignment sneaker boutique, specializing in the most coveted sneakers and apparel. Stocking Nike, Air Jordan, Yeezy, Supreme, & Bape!
Fresh, local, and sustainably sourced New Bedford seafood. Sustainable cocktails focusing on minority-made spirits, wine, & beer.
The University Art Gallery features exhibitions of local, national and international art. Catalogs, lectures and other educational programming is provided. All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public.
SouthCoast’s premiere non-profit performing arts center offering inspiring shows and concerts from artists from around the world in a historic, 1,200-seat theater.