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East Orleans Private Harbor & Seal Tour

A private tour from the Meetinghouse Pond town dock through Orleans' waterways to the barrier beach, Chatham fishing fleet and seal colonies. Personal and flexible, ideal for families.

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Lobster Legends and Coastal Bites History Tour

A guided Cape Cod food-and-drink experience with small-group tastings. Booked on Viator.

from $105See Pricing & Availability

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Fly Above the Water

eFoil Lessons on Cape Cod

An active Cape Cod adventure on the water and shoreline. Booked on Viator.

from $190See Pricing & Availability

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Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — Dennis

Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — Dennis with Mocean Adventures in Dennis. Book on Cape Cod Certified.

from $106See Pricing & Availability

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Best for Ages 4-12

Cape Cod Pirate Adventure Paddle Hunt and Battle

An active Cape Cod adventure on the water and shoreline. Booked on Viator.

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Party Boat · All Welcome

Helen H Sunset & Party Cruise

Evening sunset and themed party cruises — margarita, luau and fireworks nights — from Hyannis and Barnstable Harbors aboard a large, stable vessel with full bar.

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Where to Stay in Chatham, Cape Cod: Inns, B&Bs & Waterfront Hotels

The best places to stay in Chatham, Cape Cod — waterfront inns, historic B&Bs, and boutique hotels. Book direct and skip the commission fees.

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Cape Cod for Food Lovers: The Essential Eating Guide from Wellfleet Oysters to Portuguese Bread

The local Cape Cod food guide — Wellfleet oysters, New England clam chowder, lobster rolls, Portuguese malasadas in Provincetown, fresh fish off the Chatham pier, and whole-belly fried clams at the roadside stands that define the Cape's food identity.

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A Perfect Day in Truro, Cape Cod: Highland Light, Corn Hill Beach & Pamet River

Spend a perfect day in Truro, Cape Cod — Highland Light, Corn Hill Beach, the Pamet River estuary, and Truro Vineyards. A local's guide to the Cape's quietest town.

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Provincetown, MA: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Most Unique Town

Your complete local guide to Provincetown, MA — the working fishing port, 125-year-old artist colony, and LGBTQ+ resort at the tip of Cape Cod, with practical advice on the ferry, beaches, galleries, restaurants, and when to book.

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Best Seafood on Cape Cod: A Guide to What to Order and Where to Find It

What to order and where to find the best seafood on Cape Cod: lobster rolls, fried clams, oysters, chowder, and how to spot the real spots from tourist traps.

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A Perfect Day in Eastham, Cape Cod: Fort Hill, Coast Guard Beach & the Outer Cape

Spend a perfect day in Eastham, MA — Fort Hill's marsh views, Coast Guard Beach, First Encounter's tidal flats, and the best of Cape Cod National Seashore.

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Harwich Cranberry Arts & Music Festival: What to Expect & How to Make the Most of It

Plan your Harwich Cranberry Festival trip: what to expect, parking tips, cranberry bog viewing spots, and the best way to end the day in Harwich Port.

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Provincetown, MA: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Most Iconic Town

The complete guide to Provincetown, MA — beaches, whale watching, restaurants, drag shows, the Pilgrim Monument, and everything that makes P-town Cape Cod's most unforgettable destination.

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Best Lobster Rolls on Cape Cod: A Town-by-Town Guide to the Real Ones

A town-by-town guide to the best lobster rolls on Cape Cod — specific spots, honest prices, fresh-picked vs. not, and the butter-vs-mayo debate settled by someone who lives here.

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A Perfect Day in Bourne, Cape Cod: Canal, Beaches & the Gateway Town

Bourne is more than a bridge crossing — it's canal bike paths, calm bay beaches, herring runs, and quiet villages that most Cape visitors drive straight past.

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Day Trip to Nantucket from Cape Cod: Ferries, What to Do & How to Plan It

Everything you need to plan a day trip to Nantucket from Cape Cod — which ferry to take, how long it takes, what to do, where to eat, and how to make the most of one perfect summer day on the island.

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Dog-Friendly Restaurants & Patios on Cape Cod: Where to Eat Out with Your Dog

Find the best dog-friendly restaurant patios on Cape Cod — Provincetown, Wellfleet, Orleans, Barnstable, and Falmouth — with local tips, parking, and seasonal advice.

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Race Point Beach Provincetown: Whale Sightings, Sunrise Swims & the Most Remote Beach on Cape Cod

Race Point Beach in Provincetown: whale sightings from shore, sunrise swims, OSV access, parking tips, and what locals know about the Cape's most remote beach.

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Birding on Cape Cod: The Best Spots, What You'll See by Season & How to Plan a Birding Trip

Plan a birding trip to Cape Cod with expert guides to Monomoy, Wellfleet Bay, Fort Hill, and Beech Forest — what species to find, when to go, and practical tips.

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Harwich, Cape Cod: Cranberry Bogs, Harwich Port & the Town That Keeps Its Charm

Discover things to do in Harwich Cape Cod: cranberry bogs, Harwich Port village, the Nantucket ferry at Saquatucket Harbor, and Red River Beach on Nantucket Sound.

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Cape Cod Day Trip from Boston: What to Do, Where to Go & How to Beat Traffic

Plan the perfect Cape Cod day trip from Boston with real traffic advice, two driving routes, the Cape Flyer train option, and itineraries for 4-hour, 6-hour, and full-day trips to Sandwich, Chatham, and Nauset Beach.

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Best Sunrise Spots on Cape Cod: Where to Go, When to Arrive, and What to Expect

The best sunrise spots on Cape Cod, ranked by a local — Race Point, Nauset Light, Coast Guard Beach, and more. When to arrive, what it costs, what to bring.

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Nantucket Day Trip from Cape Cod: What You Can Actually Do in One Day (And What You Can't)

Planning a Nantucket day trip from Cape Cod? Here's exactly what you can do in 6–7 hours on the island — ferry options, bike rentals, best beaches, where to eat, and what to skip.

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Fall on Cape Cod: Cranberry Harvests, Foliage Drives, Oyster Season & Why October Is Underrated

Fall on Cape Cod delivers cranberry harvests, Route 6A foliage, and peak oyster season. Why October is the Cape's most underrated month to visit.

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Dog-Friendly Cape Cod: Beaches, Trails, and Where Your Dog Is Actually Welcome

Most Cape Cod town beaches ban dogs May 15–Sept 15. Here's exactly where dogs ARE welcome — trails, beaches, and the workarounds locals know.

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Best Places to Stay Near Cape Cod Beaches: A Certified Local Guide

Where to stay if the beach is your priority on Cape Cod. Certified hotels, inns, and rentals within walking distance of the Cape's best beaches.

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Cape Cod Without a Car: Ferries, Bikes, Buses & How to Pull It Off

Can you visit Cape Cod without a car? An honest guide to ferries, buses, bike trails, and the specific towns where car-free travel actually works.

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A Perfect Day Trip to Martha's Vineyard from Cape Cod

Ferry from Woods Hole to Martha's Vineyard and back in a day. A local's itinerary covering Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, South Beach, and the Aquinnah Cliffs.

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Cape Cod Outdoor Theater & Summer Performing Arts: A Complete Guide

Discover Cape Cod's remarkable summer performing arts scene: Cape Playhouse in Dennis, WHAT in Wellfleet, Provincetown Theater, Chatham Band Concerts, Cape Cod Melody Tent, and more. A complete guide to theater, music, and cabaret on the Cape.