Weymouth, Massachusetts 02188

Weymouth shares borders with the towns of Abington, Rockland, Hingham, Quincy, Braintree, and Holbrook. Weymouth is approximately 14 miles south of Boston. Route 3 runs through Weymouth, which acts as a divider between South Weymouth and East Weymouth. Other sections of town include North Weymouth and Weymouth Landing.

A view of Whitmans Pond in Weymouth, Westwood Grove, circa 1930

South Shore Hospital is the major hospital of the South Shore. Located in South Weymouth, you can get to the hospital by taking Route 3 to Route 18 south. The hospital is at the intersection of Fogg Road and Route 18. Generally, the hospital has good reviews from patients. Visit the hospital's website to learn more about South Shore Hospital.

The second colony to be set up in America by the English was in present day Weymouth. It was called the Wessagusset Colony, and didn't last very long. Due to the Colonists being unprepared for life in America and ill fated relations with the local Native Americans, the Wessagusset Colony was short lived, starting in 1622, and Colonists abandoning the settlement in 1623. The initial settlers of Wessagusset were absorbed into the Massachusetts Bay Colony, after tensions rose between the Wessagusset Colony and the local Native Americans. Later, a second colony was set up at the former abandoned Wessagusset Colony. It was supported by Plymouth Colony, and was renamed Weymouth.

Read more about the Wessagusset Colony here.

This vintage style Irish themed t-shirt is a great gift idea for any Weymouth resident! Features green colors and a distressed, vintage look. Also available on onesies, sweatshirts, womens shirts, long sleeve shirts and more!

Weymouth doesn't have a whole lot in terms of hotels, but there are plenty of places nearby in Rockland and Plymouth. Both towns are conveniently located along Route 3, so you'll only be a few minutes from the Weymouth exit off of the highway. Here are some recommended hotels:


Holiday Inn Rockland
The Holiday Inn is located on Route 228 (Hingham St.) in Rockland. It is directly off Route 3, convenient to both Boston and Cape Cod. Also nearby is the Italian restaurant Bella's, as well as many more restaurants further east on 228 heading towards Hingham.


Comfort Inn Rockland, Rockland,MA
The Comfort Inn is also located on Route 228, across from the Dunkin' Donuts in Rockland. Located on Hingham Street, this is also right off the highway and adjacent to the other hotels in Rockland.


Best Western Rockland, MA
The Best Western in Rockland is in the general area of the rest of the Rockland hotels, right on Route 228. A great location for trips north or south, and a good stopping point.

Hotels in Plymouth
Plymouth is approximately 25 minutes south of Hanover along Route 3. Plymouth is a convenient town for travel between both Cape Cod and Boston, as well as the South Shore area. Stop by the Mayflower II, stroll along the historic waterfront, take a harbor cruise, or take a whale watch on Cape Cod Bay in Plymouth. There's plenty to do in Plymouth, especially in the warmer months of the year. Plymouth also has a vibrant downtown area with shops, restaurants, and cafes. Here are some hotels in Plymouth, MA, along with some information on each hotel:


Plymouth Comfort Inn
The Plymouth Comfort Inn is located not on the waterfront, but about a mile inland to the west. The waterfront area is a quick drive or walk from the Comfort Inn. Also nearer to the hotel is the downtown area. It is located conveniently off Route 3, which heads to both Cape Cod and Boston.


Hampton Inn & Suites Plymouth, MA
The Hampton Inn & Suites is located in the Route 44 shopping area in Plymouth known as Colony Place. This part of Plymouth is about 2 miles from the downtown Plymouth area, with ample parking and a Bertucci's restaurant, Starbucks, Wal-Mart, Olive Garden, and other shops and restaurants in the outdoor shopping area. Route 44 also leads to I-495.

Hilton Garden Inn Plymouth MA
The Hilton Garden Inn at Plymouth MA is located at Exit 5 off of Long Pond Rd. in Plymouth. It is south of the waterfront area, but still only approximately 3 miles from the waterfront and downtown. Also adjacent to the Hilton Garden Inn at Plymouth are restaurants like Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse, Uno Pizzeria, and the Shops at Five. One of the best reviewed hotels in the Plymouth area.

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