A Group Travel Guide to Fall River, Massachusetts's Major Destinations & Events

Battleship Cove

Battleship Cove (5 Water St, Fall River, MA 02721) is the world’s largest collection of World War II naval vessels and the crown jewel of Fall River’s waterfront. For group travel, this is a high-volume destination, especially for school field trips and veteran reunions. Buses must approach via the Water Street entrance. Do not attempt to have your driver navigate the residential side streets near Heritage State Park; instead, use the dedicated commercial vehicle pull-off zone directly in front of the maritime museum entrance for unloading. The site is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (seasonal hours apply in winter). While your group explores the USS Massachusetts and the East German missile corvette Hiddensee, your 56-passenger motorcoach can utilize the oversized vehicle parking located in the lot adjacent to the Point Gloria building. Note that the turn from Anawan Street onto Water Street can be tight for full-sized coaches; the drivers take the wide swing necessary to clear the curb. If you’re bringing a 47-passenger school bus for a youth overnight "Encampment" program, coordinate with the coordinator for evening staging in the secured fenced lot.

Lizzie Borden House (Official Museum and B&B)

The Lizzie Borden House (230 Second St, Fall River, MA 02721) is perhaps the most famous—and infamous—address in New England. Located in a dense residential/commercial pocket of downtown, Second Street is notoriously narrow. We recommend using a 15-passenger or 25-passenger minibus for this stop, as a full-size coach will struggle with the tight turn-around and limited curb space. The museum is open daily for tours from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. For drop-offs, your driver will briefly pause at the curb near the corner of Second and Borden Streets. Because there is absolutely no on-site bus parking and the street is a busy thoroughfare, your driver will then stage the vehicle at the Third Street parking lot or near the Fall River Justice Center while your group conducts their tour. If you are staying overnight for a ghost hunt, we can arrange a late-night pickup to transport your group back to hotels like the Hampton Inn Fall River/Westport, avoiding the dark and confusing downtown one-ways.

The Marine Museum at Fall River

Located at 70 Water St, Fall River, MA 02721, this museum houses the spectacular 28-foot model of the RMS Titanic and the 19th-century Fall River Line archives. It is a mandatory stop for maritime enthusiasts. Directions for buses are identical to Battleship Cove; however, the Marine Museum shares a small, congested lot. Your 35-passenger minibus can typically find a spot in the shared waterfront parking, but for full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches, the driver will usually drop the group at the entrance and relocate to the city-owned oversized lot under the Braga Bridge. The museum generally operates Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We recommend booking your group visit at least two weeks in advance to ensure the limited gallery space isn't overwhelmed by multiple school groups.

Narrows Center for the Arts

The Narrows Center for the Arts (16 Anawan St, Fall River, MA 02721) is a premier performance venue housed in a restored 100-year-old mill building. It’s a popular destination for private parties and concerts, but the third-floor location and mill-style layout present a parking challenge. The main entrance for groups is via the Anawan Street side. Buses should not attempt to pull into the small inner courtyard; instead, drivers should utilize the wide shoulder on Anawan Street for unloading. For late-night concert pickups, we recommend a 15-passenger executive sprinter van or a 30-passenger party bus with J-style seating and LED lighting to keep the vibe going. While the venue doesn't have a dedicated bus lot, the nearby Davol Street area provides ample space for a coach to wait until the encore is over. Always check the event schedule, as doors typically open 1-2 hours before showtime.

Fall River Historical Society

Housed in a stunning French Second Empire mansion, the Fall River Historical Society (451 Rock St, Fall River, MA 02720) contains the world’s largest Lizzie Borden exhibit. Rock Street is a beautiful, tree-lined residential road that is quite tight for large vehicles. Our 25-passenger minibuses are the ideal choice here. The museum is open Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and weekends from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM during the peak summer and autumn seasons. Buses should unload passengers directly at the gate on Rock Street. Due to local residential parking restrictions, your driver will move the bus to the Bedford Street area or the nearby St. Anne's Hospital vicinity to stage, returning via a quick cell phone call from your group leader once the tour concludes.

Lincoln Park Event Center

Though the legendary amusement park is gone, the Lincoln Park area (State Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747) remains a hub for community events and large gatherings just minutes from the Fall River line. This is a common destination for corporate family days and regional festivals. Access is straightforward via Route 6 (State Road), which is wide enough for multiple 56-passenger motorcoaches to travel in tandem. Unlike downtown Fall River, parking here is abundant. Your driver can stay with the vehicle in the large paved lots, allowing passengers to leave personal items like coolers or changes of clothes in the overhead storage bins. For events drawing over 5,000 people, we coordinate with event staff to utilize the rear access roads for a streamlined "load-and-go" exit back onto I-195 East or West.

Kennedy Park

Kennedy Park (S Main St & Bradford Ave, Fall River, MA 02721) is a 54-acre historic park designed by the Olmsted Firm, perfect for large family reunions and youth sports tournaments. It features multiple baseball diamonds and sprawling lawns. For group drop-offs, have your driver use the pull-off lane on South Main Street near the park's lower entrance. This avoids the steep, narrow inclines of the side streets. While there is no dedicated bus lot, buses often stage along the wide sections of Bay Street. If you’re bringing a 47-passenger school bus for a cross-country meet, ensure your driver stays clear of the bus stops for the SRTA (Southeastern Regional Transit Authority) to avoid local traffic fines.

Freetown-Fall River State Forest

For groups looking to escape the urban mill setting, the Freetown-Fall River State Forest (110 Slate Rd, Assonet, MA 02702) offers 5,000 acres of trails and the Profile Rock monument. Slate Road is a narrow, winding forest road. We strictly recommend 25-passenger minibuses or 15-passenger passenger vans for this destination. A full-size 56-passenger motorcoach will find the turns and low-hanging branches of the forest roads difficult to navigate. The park is open from sunrise to sunset. Buses should park in the main lot near the Ranger Station. This is a popular spot for scout troops; the undercarriage storage on our minibuses is perfect for stowing hiking boots, backpacks, and tents.

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