Book · Truro
Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting
Sip maritime-grown wines in the gardens of a restored 1830s farmhouse, with summer walk-through tours of the winemaking. On-site South Hollow Spirits distillery pours rum and gin too.
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- CouplesSunsets, tastings, long lunches
- Bachelorettes & girls' tripsFood tours, spa days, axes
- Wineries & breweriesWine, beer, spirits, raw bars
- After darkBowling, axes, ghost hunts, drag
- Golf trips40+ courses, fall tee times
- Seniors & grandparentsEasy drives, lighthouses, history
- Outdoor adventuresSurf, bike, paddle, fish
- Island hopsMartha's Vineyard, Nantucket
- Only on the CapeGlass, ghosts, clams, drive-ins
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Couples
Where should couples go for a day on Cape Cod?
Head to the Outer Cape: a wine flight at Truro Vineyards, then sunset at Long Point in Provincetown. After Labor Day, walk-in tables and quiet beaches make September the easiest month for two.
Guide · Provincetown
A Perfect Day in Provincetown, Cape Cod: Whales, Art, Commercial Street & Land's End
Whale watching from MacMillan Pier, climbing Pilgrim Monument, gallery-hopping on Commercial Street, and catching sunset at Long Point — your perfect day at the tip of Cape Cod.
Book · Chatham
Chatham Bites and Sights Walking Guided Food Tasting Tour
A guided Cape Cod food-and-drink experience with small-group tastings. Booked on Viator.
Book · Mashpee
Upside Down Escape Games
Multiple themed escape rooms at Mashpee Commons, all games fully private. Great for families, date nights, and rainy-day outings — 60 minutes to crack the puzzle together.
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All couples escapes →
A Perfect Day in Harwich, Cape Cod: Cranberry Bogs, Nantucket Ferry & South Beach
Chatham vs. Falmouth vs. Brewster vs. Provincetown: Which Cape Cod Town Is Right for Your Wedding?
A Perfect Day in Barnstable, Cape Cod: Historic Villages, Hyannis & the Harbor
The Sandwich Boardwalk: Salt Marsh, Blue Herons & Bay Sunsets
A Perfect Day in Falmouth, Cape Cod: Beaches, Vineyard Ferry & Local Eats
Bachelorettes & girls' trips
How do you plan a bachelorette or girls' trip on Cape Cod?
Base the group in Provincetown for food tours and Commercial Street at night, then add a spa morning or axe throwing on the mid and Upper Cape. Provincetown books out early for Carnival, Bear Week and Women's Week, so check the calendar first.
Book · Provincetown
Provincetown Bites and Sights Walking Guided Food Tasting Tour
A guided Cape Cod food-and-drink experience with small-group tastings. Booked on Viator.
Book · Hyannis
House of Hatchets — Axe Throwing & Archery
Cape Cod's only dedicated axe throwing venue at 489 Bearse's Way in Hyannis. Throw big axes, knives, and arrows, or step up to the Trackman Indoor Golf Simulator — all under one roof with a full bar and live entertainment on weekends. Expert instruction included.
Verified listing · Mashpee
Sea Salt Luxury Spa Studio
Empowering you to be the most beautiful version of yourself, inside and out, Sea Salt Luxury Spa Studio brings 20-plus years of expertise to Mashpee. Master Stylists craft color, styling, and smoothing treatments while medical estheticians deliver facials, body contouring, and lash extensions. Add therapeutic massage, Reiki energy healing, waxing, and brow shaping, plus radiant Cape Cod bridal and wedding packages. A warm, uplifting Mashpee spa where luxury wellness and beauty meet.
Verified listing · West Yarmouth
Mari Nails & Spa
At Mari Nails & Spa, hands and feet get the spotless, unhurried treatment Cape Cod regulars rave about: gel manicures, indulgent pedicures, and flawless gel, acrylic, and fiberglass full sets finished with nail art that never disappoints. The stations are immaculate, the welcome warm, the atmosphere cozy and clean. Whether you're prepping for a beach wedding or a standing self-care date, this Cape Cod nail salon turns an appointment into a genuine spa escape.
Where to Stay in Provincetown: Hotels, Inns & Rentals (Local Guide)
Best Sunset Spots on Cape Cod: Bay Side, Harbor Views, and the Prettiest Endings to a Cape Day- A Perfect Day in Provincetown, Cape Cod: Whales, Art, Commercial Street & Land's End
A Perfect Day in Wellfleet, Cape Cod: Oysters, Drive-In & the Outer Cape's Jewel- Chatham vs. Falmouth vs. Brewster vs. Provincetown: Which Cape Cod Town Is Right for Your Wedding?
The Provincetown the Summer Crowds Miss
Wineries & breweries
Where are the wineries, breweries and distilleries on Cape Cod?
Truro Vineyards pours Cape-grown wine with the South Hollow Spirits distillery on the same farm, and Cape Cod Beer in Hyannis runs brewery tours on Saturday mornings. Pair either with a guided tasting walk in Chatham.
Book · Truro
Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting
Sip maritime-grown wines in the gardens of a restored 1830s farmhouse, with summer walk-through tours of the winemaking. On-site South Hollow Spirits distillery pours rum and gin too.
Book · Hyannis
Brewery Tour & Tasting
Go behind the scenes at the Cape's original craft microbrewery, touring the brew house before sampling in the taproom. Saturday-morning tours are small and sell out.
Book · Chatham
Chatham Bites and Sights Walking Guided Food Tasting Tour
A guided Cape Cod food-and-drink experience with small-group tastings. Booked on Viator.
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Brewery, winery or distillery?
Pour it here. Verified tasting rooms get a spot on this list and in the Sip & Savor guides.
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Car-Free Family Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard (Bike + Ferry from Woods Hole)
Car-Free Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard: Ferry + Bike from Woods Hole
Breweries & Bars Near the Cape Cod Rail Trail: Where to Stop for a Drink Mid-Ride or After- A Perfect Day in Falmouth, Cape Cod: Beaches, Vineyard Ferry & Local Eats
A Perfect Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard from Cape Cod
Cape Cod Beer Festival Guide
After dark
What is there to do at night on Cape Cod?
Provincetown is the Cape's nightlife town, with drag shows, bars and late-night food on Commercial Street. On the Upper and Mid Cape, nights out mean cocktail bars with bowling lanes, axe throwing and escape rooms.
Verified listing · Falmouth
Timber Axe Bar & Bowl
Falmouth's most unique night out combines candlepin bowling lanes and axe throwing bays under one roof alongside a full craft cocktail bar and wood-fired pizza. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or just looking for something beyond the usual bar scene, Timber Axe delivers serious fun in a lively, well-designed space. It's become a go-to for groups on the Upper Cape.
Verified listing · Mashpee
The Lanes Bowl & Bistro
Rolling since 2013 at Mashpee Commons, The Lanes Bowl & Bistro reinvents bowling night — ten ten-pin lanes with lane-side wait service, comfy seating, plus bocce, cornhole, and a seasonal outdoor bar. The upscale-casual bistro and full bar keep plates and pints coming, while trivia, music bingo, and live music fill the calendar. Book birthday parties, corporate events, and adult packages. An uncommon bowling experience in the heart of Mashpee.
Book · Provincetown
Sanctum Paranormal Museum & Ghost Hunts
Paranormal museum and ghost-hunt experiences at 322 Commercial Street in Provincetown. Founded by Adam Berry of Ghost Hunters and Kindred Spirits — offers museum tours, private seances, and overnight investigations. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
Plan it
All after-dark trips →- A Perfect Day in Provincetown, Cape Cod: Whales, Art, Commercial Street & Land's End
Cape Cod Fall Festivals: Cranberry Harvest, Oyster Week & the Best Events September Through November- The Provincetown the Summer Crowds Miss
Harwich Cranberry Arts & Music Festival: Your Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Favorite Fall Harvest Celebration
Wellfleet OysterFest: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Biggest Oyster Festival
Provincetown's LGBTQ+ Event Calendar: Bear Week, Carnival, Women's Week & What to Know Before You Go
Golf trips
Where can you play golf on a Cape Cod day trip?
Cape Cod has over 40 golf courses, from Highland Golf Links on the National Seashore cliffs to Captains in Brewster. Fall is the secret season: weekday tee times open up once school starts. When it rains, the Trackman simulator in Hyannis keeps the swing going.
Guide · Truro · Brewster
Golf on Cape Cod: Best Courses, Tips & When to Play
Cape Cod has over 40 golf courses — from Highland Golf Links on the National Seashore cliffs to Captains in Brewster. Here's where to play, when to book, and why fall is the secret season.
Book · Hyannis
House of Hatchets — Axe Throwing & Archery
Cape Cod's only dedicated axe throwing venue at 489 Bearse's Way in Hyannis. Throw big axes, knives, and arrows, or step up to the Trackman Indoor Golf Simulator — all under one roof with a full bar and live entertainment on weekends. Expert instruction included.
Listing open
Run a Cape course?
List tee times and packages here. Course listings are open for the 2027 season.
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Mini Golf on Cape Cod: Every Course We Verified, Upper to Outer- Mini Golf in Wellfleet: An Evening at the Drive-In Course
Mini Golf in Sandwich, MA: A Family Evening Along the Cranberry River
Mini Golf in Yarmouth, MA: Best Courses for Families
Mini Golf in Orleans: Cape Escape Adventure Golf
Mini Golf in Barnstable: A Family Evening Guide
Seniors & grandparents
What are easy day trips on Cape Cod for seniors?
Drive Route 6A, the Old King's Highway, for sea captains' houses, antique dealers and village lunches with very little walking. National Seashore beaches loan free beach wheelchairs and lay mobi-mats; the accessible Cape guide lists which.
Guide · Sandwich · Barnstable
Route 6A, Cape Cod: The Old King's Highway & Why It's the Most Beautiful Drive on the Cape
Route 6A on Cape Cod — the Old King's Highway — is a National Scenic Byway lined with sea captain's houses, colonial village centers, and antique shops. Here's how to drive it well.
Book · Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard: All Island Tour
Experience the beautiful views and unique character of Martha's Vineyard with local 3rd generation island guides. Take a bus tour and see sights, including Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven.
Book · Sandwich
Glassblowing Experience
Sit beside the furnace and shape molten glass into your own ornament or paperweight with a professional glassblower guiding each step. A hands-on nod to Sandwich's glassmaking legacy.
- A Perfect Day in Barnstable, Cape Cod: Historic Villages, Hyannis & the Harbor
A Perfect Day in Sandwich, Cape Cod: Heritage, Dunes & Hidden Gems
A Perfect Day in Mashpee, Cape Cod: Wampanoag Heritage, Commons & South Cape Beach
A Perfect Day in Chatham, Cape Cod: Lighthouse, Outer Beach & Main Street
A Perfect Day in Eastham, Cape Cod: Fort Hill, Coast Guard Beach & the Outer Cape
Cape Cod Wedding Venues: From Lighthouse Ceremonies to Waterfront Receptions
Outdoor adventures
Where are the best outdoor adventures on Cape Cod?
Surf Coast Guard Beach in Eastham, ride the 25-mile Cape Cod Rail Trail, or cross to Monomoy's barrier islands off Chatham. From September through November, the fall run makes it the Cape's best fishing season.
Guide · Eastham · Wellfleet
Surfing Cape Cod: Where to Catch Waves, Lessons & What to Know
Discover the best surf spots on Cape Cod — from Coast Guard Beach in Eastham to Race Point in Provincetown — plus lessons, rentals, shark safety tips, and what conditions to expect.
Guide · Dennis · Harwich
Cape Cod Rail Trail: The Complete Guide — Where to Park, Rent Bikes & What to Stop For
Complete Cape Cod Rail Trail guide: where to park, rent bikes, and what to stop for across all 25 miles from South Dennis to Wellfleet.
Guide · Chatham
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge: Chatham's Remote Barrier Islands & How to Get There
How to reach Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge off Chatham — boat access, best seasons for shorebirds and seals, Morris Island trail, rules, and what to bring.
Guide · Chatham · Wellfleet
Seal Watching on Cape Cod: Where They Haul Out, Best Beaches to See Them & What to Know
Where gray and harbor seals haul out on Cape Cod, from Chatham to the outer beaches, how seal-watch boats work, the federal distance rule, and shark safety.
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Best Restaurants Along the Cape Cod Rail Trail: Where to Eat Before, During & After Your Ride- Car-Free Family Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard (Bike + Ferry from Woods Hole)
Where to Park for the Cape Cod Rail Trail: Every Trailhead Lot, Capacity & Tips for Busy Days
Best Sections of the Cape Cod Rail Trail: Which Stretches Are Worth Biking & Why- Car-Free Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard: Ferry + Bike from Woods Hole
Best Bike Rentals Along the Cape Cod Rail Trail: Rates, Locations & What to Expect
Island hops
Can you see Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket in a day?
Yes: one ferry, one island, about six hours. Walk on at Woods Hole and rent bikes on the Vineyard, or take the Nantucket fast ferry from Harwich. We visited and photographed these island stops ourselves.
Book · Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard: All Island Tour
Experience the beautiful views and unique character of Martha's Vineyard with local 3rd generation island guides. Take a bus tour and see sights, including Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven.
Verified listing · Aquinnah
Bowen's Arrow
Bowen's Arrow is a gift and collectibles shop at The Shops at The Aquinnah Cliffs on Martha's Vineyard, home of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head Aquinnah. It sets out to offer gifts with deep meaning rooted in island history. The shelves mix vintage photographs of Martha's Vineyard, some printed on mugs, coasters and cutting boards, with Wampanoag-made pottery, Gay Head Clay pottery and jewelry, Native-made block prints, dreamcatchers, books, and Gay Head Lighthouse shirts, hoodies and cards. Cape Cod Certified visited and photographed Bowen's Arrow in person.
Verified listing · Edgartown
Murdick's Fudge — Edgartown
Murdick's Fudge on North Water Street is the main fudge shop of Original Murdick's Fudge in Edgartown, on Martha's Vineyard, one of four Murdick's locations on the island. The family business traces back to 1887, when Mackinac Island's first candy shop opened as Murdick's Candy Kitchen, and it still follows Sarah Murdick's recipe and old-fashioned fudge-making techniques passed down through the generations. Today the Benser family carries on that tradition, and the company also ships fudge and gift boxes anywhere in the U.S. Cape Cod Certified visited and photographed Murdick's Fudge in person.
Verified listing · Edgartown
Pirates Puzzle Escape Room & Gift Shop
Pirate's Puzzle is an escape room and gift shop in Edgartown, on Martha's Vineyard. It calls itself the first escape room game on the island. Teams work through clues to crack combinations and open locks, every room is private to your group, and the puzzles are updated often. Solve the puzzle in 45 minutes and everyone in your group picks a prize. It also hosts birthday parties. The gift shop sells custom laser-engraved Martha's Vineyard souvenirs, Jaws memorabilia, nautical decor, jewelry and beach supplies. It's open all year by advance reservation: daily from late June to early September, and Saturdays only through April. Cape Cod Certified visited and photographed Pirate's Puzzle in person.
Plan it
All island hops →- Car-Free Family Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard (Bike + Ferry from Woods Hole)
- A Perfect Day in Harwich, Cape Cod: Cranberry Bogs, Nantucket Ferry & South Beach
Cape Cod Ferry Guide: Steamship Authority, Hy-Line, and How to Get It Right- Car-Free Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard: Ferry + Bike from Woods Hole
- A Perfect Day in Falmouth, Cape Cod: Beaches, Vineyard Ferry & Local Eats
- A Perfect Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard from Cape Cod
Only on the Cape
What can you do on Cape Cod that you can't do anywhere else?
Dig your own dinner on the clam flats, shape molten glass beside a furnace in Sandwich, or join a ghost hunt in Provincetown. Then catch a film at the Wellfleet drive-in, one of New England's last.
Book · Sandwich
Glassblowing Experience
Sit beside the furnace and shape molten glass into your own ornament or paperweight with a professional glassblower guiding each step. A hands-on nod to Sandwich's glassmaking legacy.
Book · Provincetown
Sanctum Paranormal Museum & Ghost Hunts
Paranormal museum and ghost-hunt experiences at 322 Commercial Street in Provincetown. Founded by Adam Berry of Ghost Hunters and Kindred Spirits — offers museum tours, private seances, and overnight investigations. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
Guide · Wellfleet · Barnstable
Clamming on Cape Cod: How to Get a License, Find the Flats & Dig Your Own Dinner
Everything you need to go clamming on Cape Cod: how to get a non-resident shellfish license, where the best flats are in Wellfleet, Barnstable, Orleans, and beyond, what gear to bring, and how to steam your own dinner the same night.
Guide · Wellfleet
Wellfleet, Cape Cod: Oysters, Drive-In, Cahoon Hollow & the Outer Cape at Its Best
Wellfleet has the Cape's best oysters, one of New England's last drive-in theaters, and three dramatic National Seashore beaches. Here's how to do it right.
Plan it
All arts & makers trips →- A Perfect Day in Provincetown, Cape Cod: Whales, Art, Commercial Street & Land's End
A Perfect Afternoon in Hyannis: Artist Huts, Harbor & Tap City Grille
Provincetown, MA: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Most Unique Town
Cape Cod Museums for Kids: What's Actually Fun, What to Skip, and the Age That Gets the Most Out of Each
Cape Cod Aquariums & Marine Centers: Where Kids Actually Learn About Sea Life
The Whydah Pirate Museum in Yarmouth: The Only Exhibit of Real Pirate Treasure in the World
Is there a perfect day in every Cape town?
Yes: each of these towns has a one-day itinerary written by locals. Start with the town you’ve never stopped in.
- Provincetown
- Truro
- Wellfleet
- Eastham
- Orleans
- Chatham
- Brewster
- Harwich
- Dennis
- Yarmouth
- Barnstable
- Hyannis
- Falmouth
- Mashpee
- Sandwich
- Martha's Vineyard
- Nantucket
- Bourne
- Plymouth
More day trips
A Perfect Day in Orleans, Cape Cod: Nauset Beach, Rock Harbor & the Elbow
A Perfect Day in Brewster, Cape Cod: Tidal Flats, Nickerson State Park & Village Shops
A Perfect Day in Truro, Cape Cod: Highland Light, Corn Hill Beach & Pamet River
A Perfect Day in Dennis, Cape Cod: Cape Playhouse, Scargo Hill & Village Life
A Perfect Day in Hyannis, Cape Cod
How Many Days Do You Need on Cape Cod? Sample 3-, 5-, and 7-Day Itineraries
Day trip questions
Do I need a car reservation for a Martha's Vineyard day trip?
Not if you go as a foot passenger. The Steamship Authority's traditional ferries from Woods Hole don't need passenger reservations, but every vehicle on that route is reservation-only. Walk on, then rent bikes on the island to see Oak Bluffs and Edgartown car-free.
Is there a winery on Cape Cod?
Yes. Truro Vineyards pours its wine in a restored 1830s farmhouse in North Truro, and South Hollow Spirits makes rum and gin on the same property.
When is the best time for an adults-only Cape Cod trip?
September, once school is back in session. Restaurants are easier to get into, weekday tee times are easier to book, and the beaches are quieter.
Where is the nightlife on Cape Cod?
Provincetown. Commercial Street has drag shows, bars and late-night food, and the town hosts Carnival, Bear Week and Women's Week.
Is Cape Cod easy to visit with limited mobility?
Yes, with some planning. Cape Cod National Seashore has beach wheelchairs at some beaches in summer, including Coast Guard and Herring Cove, and Mobi-mats lead onto many of its beaches. Route 6A is a scenic drive with very little walking.
How do I keep track of the day trips I've done?
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