What to do in Cape Cod, MA

Activities, attractions and tours

Harwich featuring a marina and a coastal town
Hyannis showing a marina and a bay or harbour
Cape Cod showing a bay or harbour
Cape Cod featuring views and a beach as well as a large group of people
Cape Cod which includes general coastal views and views as well as a large group of people

Cape Cod Attractions

If you are looking for a taste of the sea, venture to Cape Cod. It is one of New England's must see spots on the coast. Expedia is at the ready to assist you in finding the best places on the map as you plan your travel itinerary. With loads of things to do in Cape Cod, you will never have a dull moment. You'll be hard-pressed to hit all of the tourist attractions in Cape Cod, wishing there was time for more.

Be sure to put local preferred places at the top of your list, in addition to well known favorites. You've come to a slice of heaven on earth and must make the most of every moment. For the history buff, you'll enjoy the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum, as well as the Heritage Museums and Gardens.

Take advantage of Cape Cod excursions in the great outdoors as well. Travel the Shining Sea Bikeway, walk along the Cape Cod National Seashore, take a chilly dip at Race Point Beach, and marvel at the quaint beauty of the Nauset Light. Walk the Boardwalk or visit MacMillan Wharf. For the nature lover, your Cape Cod tours should include the Wellfleet Aubudon Sanctuary and the Cornelia Carey Sancutary. You will never tire of sun, sand, and sea, while the refreshing breeze drifts across the ocean and casts your cares away.

Expedia.com is an excellent resource to organize your trip and choose Cape Cod activities. Find excellent accommodations. You'll rest well after a busy day of sightseeing. Place yourself in a room on the edge of the sea, with ocean waves as your lullaby, breathing deeply of the cool, invigorating air. Enjoy fine dining at the Glass Onion, Far Land Provisions, and the Harbor Lounge.

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Top places to visit

1. Hyannis Harbor

Scenic Hyannis Harbor is a gateway to the islands of Nantucket Sound and an enticing destination in its own right. Take a boat trip from the harbor for a peaceful excursion or simply wander around the docks to find waterfront restaurants, museums and family attractions.
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Hyannis Harbor featuring a sunset and a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

2. Nauset Beach

One of the highlights of a visit to Cape Cod is a trip to Nauset Beach. Arrive in East Orleans to find saltbox houses and buttery lobster rolls in abundance, all walking distance from some of the most beautiful beaches in New England. Take a camera with you when you visit Nauset Beach.
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Nauset Beach featuring a beach as well as a couple

3. Race Point Beach

Race Point Beach is one of the most spectacular, yet least visited beaches in the Cape Cod region. The great American writer Henry David Thoreau wrote eloquently about the beauty of this place. It is easy to understand how the quiet spot captured his imagination. Head to the northern tip of the peninsula’s curve, facing away from the bay, to find golden sand, surf-friendly breakers and historical sights, all without the crowds that flock to the beaches of the bay.
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Provincetown which includes a sunset

4. Old Silver Beach

Nestled in Falmouth’s Wild Harbor, Old Silver Beach is a haven for sunbathers and swimmers. This quintessential Cape Cod beach keeps things simple. It doesn’t have busy boardwalks lined with restaurants and arcades. Instead, it lets its natural beauty do the crowd pleasing. Pack your beach bag and spend the day enjoying the sun and surf.
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Barnstable which includes a sandy beach

5. Sandy Neck Beach

Sandy Neck Beach is prized for its seclusion and for the journey that separates it from the rest of the area. As you leave the beach and travel southward inland, you will encounter precious sand dunes and maritime forests. Proceed on hiking trails into areas reachable only by foot. Here, find unforgettable views of marshlands and the ocean.
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Sandy Neck Beach featuring a sunset and a pebble beach

What to do in Cape Cod


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Cape Cod Museum of Natural History featuring outdoor art

West Brewster

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While visiting West Brewster, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod Museum of Natural History.

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Sea Pines

While Sea Pines isn't home to many top sights, Ocean Edge Golf Club and Rail Trail Bike Shop are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sea Pines
South Cape Beach State Park featuring a beach

Mews Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mews Village and surrounding area, you can visit South Cape Beach State Park and Popponesset Beach.

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Summersea

When in Summersea, you can plan a visit to Cape Cod Children's Museum and Popponesset Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Little Neck Bay

While Little Neck Bay isn't home to many top sights, South Cape Beach State Park and Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby.

Little Neck Bay
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Fells Pond

Fells Pond might not have many top sights, but Popponesset Beach and Cape Cod Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fells Pond

 

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