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Cape ClassicsGo 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.
Luxury WeekendA two-hour afternoon or sunset sail on a 45-foot catamaran from Hyannis, blending the quiet of true sailing with Cape harbor views. Private charters for up to 25.
Beach DayA one-hour narrated harbor cruise past Great Island, Point Gammon Light and the Kennedy Compound — a view you can only get from the water. A Hyannis tradition.
Cape ClassicsSet sail on this relaxing cruise across Hyannis Harbor. Purchase a drink from the vessel's fully stocked bar and soak in the breathtaking views of the sunset.
Cape ClassicsA relaxed sunset cruise across Hyannis Harbor and Lewis Bay aboard a 64-foot catamaran with a full bar. Lighthouse and live-music cruises also offered.
Cape ClassicsOne of only two continuously operating tent theaters-in-the-round in the world, the Melody Tent in Hyannis hosts 40+ concerts each summer. Every seat rotates within 50 feet of the stage — no bad view in the house, from rock and country to comedy and Broadway.
Luxury WeekendSee Cape Cod from the sky on a helicopter tour departing Barnstable Municipal Airport (HYA). Choose from quick 5-minute hops to 45-minute extended scenic flights over the beaches, bays, and Cape shoreline.
Cape ClassicsAn all-inclusive 3.5-hour craft-beer crawl visiting multiple Cape breweries with guided tastings, brewing insight and a food pairing. Transportation included, so you just sip and enjoy.
Beach DayA 3.5–4 hour expedition from Barnstable Harbor to Stellwagen Bank aboard a fast, stable vessel led by seasoned captains and naturalists. The classic mid-Cape whale watch.
Cape ClassicsA narrated two-hour rail journey along the Cape Cod Canal and through scenery you can only reach by train. An easy, all-ages outing little conductors love.
Cape ClassicsThe Cape's only land-and-sea tour rolls through historic Hyannis in an amphibious vehicle before splashing into the harbor. A giggly 45-minute narrated adventure kids vote best ride.
Luxury WeekendGlide past salt marshes and cranberry bogs while a four-course dinner is served on white linens in a vintage rail car. A polished grown-up evening on the Cape's quiet side.
Cape ClassicsEvening sunset and themed party cruises — margarita, luau and fireworks nights — from Hyannis and Barnstable Harbors aboard a large, stable vessel with full bar.
Cape ClassicsSet sail from Hyannis Harbor aboard the Capt. John & Son II for a 75-minute Live Music Sunset Cruise featuring talented singer/guitarist Ted Wyman!
Beach DayLearn to kite on New England's most dependable thermals with a 15-year safety-first progression program. Group, private and camp lessons across the Cape's premier wind zones.
Wellness ResetSet sail from Hyannis Harbor aboard the Capt. John & Son II for a Sunset Cocktail Cruise, a 90-minute tropical tour on the water. Watch the sunset over Hyannis Harbor as you enjoy a variety of drinks.
Guest WeekendSet sail from Hyannis Harbor aboard the Capt. John & Son II for a Margarita Sunset Cruise, a 90-minute tropical tour on the water. Watch the sunset over Hyannis Harbor as you enjoy Margaritas.
Rainy DayCape 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.
Rainy DayRace the clock through themed escape rooms — steampunk workshop, cursed pharaoh, sinking sub — then pair it with bowling, laser tag and arcade games. An all-under-one-roof game night.
Cape ClassicsEnjoy a 4-hour Half Day Trip with Helen H Offshore Fishing—fish, relax, and take in the stunning views of Hyannis Harbor. Perfect for adventure and relaxation on Cape Cod's beautiful waters.
Cape ClassicsA 2.5-hour guided tasting walk through downtown Hyannis's locally loved kitchens, from fresh Cape seafood to sweet finishes. A flavor-forward way to meet the people behind the food.
Small, scenic beach on the western shore of West Bay in the heart of Osterville village. The calm, warm bay water and gentle bottom make this a quintessential quiet Cape Cod village beach. Popular with local families; lovely sunsets west across the bay.
A scenic peninsula beach in Osterville bordered by Nantucket Sound on one side and East Bay on the other, offering both open-water and protected calm-water swimming. Lifeguards on duty daily 9am-5pm in summer. Resident/taxpayer parking only. Dogs allowed off-season only.
Peaceful conservation trails along Grand Island, a peninsula jutting into East Bay and West Bay in Osterville. Trails pass through scrub oak and pine with intermittent water views across both bays. This exclusive-feeling but publicly accessible area rewards visitors with quiet shoreline vistas and exceptional birding. One of the more scenic easy walks in Barnstable.
Short trail along the tidal edges of the Centerville River as it passes through Osterville. The river corridor supports a rich mix of shorebirds and waterfowl, especially during migration. A quiet local escape connecting Osterville's residential neighborhoods to undisturbed estuarine habitat.
A quiet 147-acre Mass Audubon sanctuary where tree-lined, well-marked trails explore a fragrant Atlantic White Cedar swamp and the Skunknett River. Interconnected loops include the Overlook Trail (views of West Pond, good for Black-crowned Night-Herons, Ospreys, and migrating ducks), the Holly Trail (American hollies and a vernal pool), and the shady, mossy Swamp Trail. A peaceful birding and walking spot; pets are not allowed.
An 8.5-acre garden and woodland oasis in Osterville village, the largest privately maintained park on Cape Cod. Easy, shady walkways and trails wind past historic and rare trees, perennial gardens, small ponds, footbridges, and benches. Family-friendly and largely stroller-accessible, it's ideal for a gentle stroll, picnicking, and seasonal events.