Group Tour Rates
Groups of 10 or more can explore the New Bedford Whaling Museum’s art, history, science, and culture content through self-guided or guided tours at discounted rates. Please read below for program descriptions and rate information.
Self-Guided Tour
Dive into 15+ exhibits featuring massive whale skeletons, the world's largest ship model, and impressive contemporary artwork at the New Bedford Whaling Museum! Self-guided tours allow your group to explore at their own pace while discovering the many stories and unique objects located within the Museum.
Youth $12 per person
Adult $20 per person
Guided Tours
Book a specialized tour with one of our Museum Guides, catered to you and your group’s interests—whether focused on the Museum as a whole, or a special topic. Tours with curators may be arranged for an additional fee. Maximum of 20 people per volunteer.
$100 per volunteer-led group
Squid Dissection
Book a specialized tour with one of our Museum Guides, catered to you and your group’s interests—whether focused on the Museum as a whole, or a special topic. Tours with curators may be arranged for an additional fee. Maximum of 20 people per squid dissection
$200 per squid dissection
3D Movie Screening
Stop by our immersive 3D Theater for a public screening, or choose a film from our library for a private movie showing! (approx. 30 min)
$4 per person
$300 for private 3D Movie Screening
Research Room Visit
Visit the Museum’s Research Room to explore primary source materials from our collection, tailored to your interests.
Contact us for Pricing
Questions? Contact us
Visitor Experience team at 508-997-0046 x100 or grouptours@whalingmuseum.org for further information regarding group visits.
Looking for school and youth programming? Visit our Field Trip page for more information about programming and rates.


