Lonely PlanetJul 28
17 things to do on Cape Cod
The beach is the main event on Cape Cod, but there are other fabulous things to do, too.
Best kayaking destination, calm waters, prolific wildlife
25 things in this story
- Cape Cod National SeashoreNature reserve40 miles of pristine beaches, sand dunes, pine forests
- Race Point BeachSightWild beach at the end of the Province Lands trail
- Province Lands Bike TrailTrail5.45-mile loop through the National Seashore
- Stellwagen BankSightNational marine sanctuary, rich feeding grounds for marine mammals
- Old King's HighwayNeighborhoodRoute 6A, a delightful drive with historic homes
- Art’s Dune ToursPlaceAll-terrain vehicle tours of the sand dunes
- Nauset MarshSightBest kayaking destination, calm waters, prolific wildlife
- Monomoy IslandSightHome to seals, accessible by boat trip
- Chatham Fish PierSightObservation deck for spotting seals, place for lobster rolls
- Cape Cod Baseball LeaguePlaceOne of the country's oldest and most prestigious collegiate leagues
- Salt Pond BaySight
- Coast Guard BeachSight
- Elsewhere
- Snack ShackRestaurantBarnstable, United StatesPost-hike stop for fried clams or ice cream
- The BeachcomberRestaurantWellfleet, United StatesSeaside seafood shack at Cahoon Hollow Beach
- Mac’s ShackRestaurantWellfleet, United StatesEat oysters from Cape Cod Bay
- Dolphin Fleet Whale WatchAttractionProvincetown, United StatesWhale watching cruises depart from Provincetown
- Wellfleet Drive-InSightWellfleet, United StatesOutdoor drive-in theater with playground and mini golf
- Sandy NeckNature reserveBarnstable, United StatesBarrier beach with hiking trails among dunes and marshes
- Commercial StreetNeighborhoodProvincetown, United StatesMain street in Provincetown for shopping and people-watching
- Aqua BarBarProvincetown, United StatesPerch to sip cocktails and watch the sunset
- Crown & AnchorGuest houseProvincetown, United StatesDance floors, pool decks, and a stage that’s seen things.
- A-HousePlaceProvincetown, United StatesDance floor for ending the night
- Mayflower BeachSightDennis, United States
- Point of RocksSightBrewster, United States
- BoatslipPlaceProvincetown, United States