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Practical knowledge for Cape Cod living.

Explore hundreds of locally researched guides designed to help you experience the very best of Cape Cod. From hidden beaches and family adventures to local dining, seasonal events, homeownership, and insider tips, every guide is written to help you plan with confidence.

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Sandwich, MA: A Guide to the Cape's Most Historic Town

Visiting Cape Cod

Sandwich, MA: A Guide to the Cape's Most Historic Town

Discover Sandwich, MA — the oldest town on Cape Cod.

Cape Cod Memorial Day Weekend: What's Open, What's Packed & How to Make It Great

Cape Cod Celebrations

Cape Cod Memorial Day Weekend: What's Open, What's Packed & How to Make It Great

Memorial Day weekend is Cape Cod's official opening weekend — here's exactly what's open, how crowded the beaches get, when to arrive, and how to make the most of the long weekend on the Cape.

Open All Winter: 50+ Cape Cod Restaurants, Shops & Services That Don't Close After Labor Day

Living on Cape Cod

Open All Winter: 50+ Cape Cod Restaurants, Shops & Services That Don't Close After Labor Day

The working list of 50+ Cape Cod restaurants, shops & services open year-round in 2026 — with current winter hours, prices, and what to skip.

Beating the Bourne Bridge: Best Times to Cross to Cape Cod

Visiting Cape Cod

Beating the Bourne Bridge: Best Times to Cross to Cape Cod

Arriving via I-195 or Route 28? Here are the exact best and worst times to cross the Bourne Bridge — including the rotary, drawbridge closures, and back-road escapes.

Cape Cod Beaches with Bathrooms, Showers, and Facilities: What to Expect Before You Park

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Beaches with Bathrooms, Showers, and Facilities: What to Expect Before You Park

Not every Cape Cod beach has a bathroom. Here's the definitive guide to which beaches have full facilities, showers, concessions, and ADA access before you park.

Parking in Cape Cod Towns: Chatham, Provincetown, Hyannis & More

Visiting Cape Cod

Parking in Cape Cod Towns: Chatham, Provincetown, Hyannis & More

Downtown parking on Cape Cod in summer is brutal. Here's a town-by-town breakdown of lots, meters, free spots, and the tricks locals actually use.

Cape Cod in Winter: Seal Pups, Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles & the Wildlife No One Tells You About

Wild Cape Cod

Cape Cod in Winter: Seal Pups, Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles & the Wildlife No One Tells You About

The real Cape Cod winter wildlife guide: gray seal pups on Monomoy, cold-stunned sea turtle rescues, snowy owls, and where locals actually go to see them.

Sandwich, Cape Cod: Heritage Museums, Glassblowing History & the Canal Town You've Been Driving Through

Visiting Cape Cod

Sandwich, Cape Cod: Heritage Museums, Glassblowing History & the Canal Town You've Been Driving Through

Things to do in Sandwich, Cape Cod: Heritage Museums & Gardens, the Sandwich Glass Museum, Canal bike path, historic village, and Town Neck Beach — all worth your time.

Cape Cod Shellfishing Permits, Town by Town: Fees, Seasons & Where to Dig

Cape Cod Pursuits

Cape Cod Shellfishing Permits, Town by Town: Fees, Seasons & Where to Dig

Cape Cod shellfishing permits vary by town — 2026 fees, seasons, daily limits, and the best flats for quahogs, steamers, and oysters in all 15 towns.

Best Spots for Engagement Photos on Cape Cod

Cape Cod Celebrations

Best Spots for Engagement Photos on Cape Cod

Cape Cod's landscapes make for stunning engagement photos — discover the best locations, lighting tips, and when to book your shoot.

Best Time to Visit Cape Cod: A Month-by-Month Guide (2026)

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Time to Visit Cape Cod: A Month-by-Month Guide (2026)

When should you visit Cape Cod? A local's honest month-by-month guide — why September wins for warm water, thin crowds, and lower rates, plus every season.

Cape Cod Cranberry Bogs: The Harvest, Where to See Them & What You Probably Don't Know

Wild Cape Cod

Cape Cod Cranberry Bogs: The Harvest, Where to See Them & What You Probably Don't Know

In October, Cape Cod cranberry bogs flood with water and floating crimson berries in one of New England's most spectacular agricultural sights. Here's when to go, where to find them, and how the harvest actually works.

Cape Cod Rainy Day Guide: 20 Things to Do When It's Not Beach Weather

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Rainy Day Guide: 20 Things to Do When It's Not Beach Weather

A practical guide to 20 things to do on Cape Cod when it rains — museums, oyster bars, kayaking, and hidden trails — organized so you can make a decision fast and stop watching the weather app.

Cape Cod Striped Bass Calendar 2026: When and Where to Catch Stripers Each Month

Cape Cod Pursuits

Cape Cod Striped Bass Calendar 2026: When and Where to Catch Stripers Each Month

Month-by-month guide to catching stripers on Cape Cod in 2026 — Canal breaking tides, top shore spots, the slot limit, and exactly when the run peaks.

Fourth of July on Cape Cod: Fireworks, Parades & the Best Towns to Celebrate

Cape Cod Celebrations

Fourth of July on Cape Cod: Fireworks, Parades & the Best Towns to Celebrate

The complete guide to Cape Cod Fourth of July fireworks, parades, and town celebrations — with honest traffic warnings, the best viewing spots, and a clear breakdown of which town fits your style.

Boston to Cape Cod Day Trip: The Practical Guide to Getting There, Where to Go & How Long It Takes

Visiting Cape Cod

Boston to Cape Cod Day Trip: The Practical Guide to Getting There, Where to Go & How Long It Takes

Planning a Boston to Cape Cod day trip? Get the honest guide: drive times, the Sagamore Bridge bottleneck, the P'town ferry option, and exactly which towns are worth the trip.

Cape Cod Labor Day Weekend: Best Beaches, What's Still Open & How to Beat the Sunday Bridge

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Labor Day Weekend: Best Beaches, What's Still Open & How to Beat the Sunday Bridge

Cape Cod Labor Day weekend guide: least-crowded beaches, what's still open, and how to time the Sagamore Bridge to avoid the Sunday exodus.

Thanksgiving on Cape Cod: Where to Dine Out, What’s Open & the Off-Season Magic

Cape Cod Celebrations

Thanksgiving on Cape Cod: Where to Dine Out, What’s Open & the Off-Season Magic

Your complete guide to Thanksgiving on Cape Cod.

Cape Cod Lighthouse Tour: All 6 Lighthouses and How to Visit

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Lighthouse Tour: All 6 Lighthouses and How to Visit

A complete guide to all 6 Cape Cod lighthouses — Chatham, Nauset, Highland, Race Point, Long Point, and Stage Harbor — with directions, parking tips, seasonal climb schedules, and photography advice.

Leaving Cape Cod: How to Beat the Sunday Afternoon Bridge Backup

Visiting Cape Cod

Leaving Cape Cod: How to Beat the Sunday Afternoon Bridge Backup

Sunday afternoon traffic leaving Cape Cod peaks 3–6pm at both bridges. Here's exactly when to leave, which bridge to take, and what to do while you wait.

Bay, Sound, or Ocean? Choosing the Right Cape Cod Beach for Your Kid's Age (and the Tide)

Visiting Cape Cod

Bay, Sound, or Ocean? Choosing the Right Cape Cod Beach for Your Kid's Age (and the Tide)

Calm warm flats for toddlers or surf for teens? A local's guide to picking the right Cape Cod beach by your kid's age and the day's tide. Free parking tips inside.

Shopping on Cape Cod: Boutiques, Antiques, Local Markets & What to Bring Home

Visiting Cape Cod

Shopping on Cape Cod: Boutiques, Antiques, Local Markets & What to Bring Home

A local's guide to Cape Cod shopping: where to find original art in Provincetown, antiques along Route 6A, Chatham's curated Main Street, and the best local products to bring home — from Wellfleet oysters to Sandwich glass.

Chatham Christmas Stroll Guide

Cape Cod Celebrations

Chatham Christmas Stroll Guide

Everything you need to know about the Chatham Christmas Stroll.

Best Coffee on Cape Cod: Where Locals Go for a Great Cup

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Coffee on Cape Cod: Where Locals Go for a Great Cup

The best coffee on Cape Cod, named and honest — from Pain D'Avignon in Hyannis to Hot Chocolate Sparrow in Orleans, with local timing tips, hidden gems by town, and a clear-eyed look at what's actually worth seeking out.

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East Orleans Private Harbor & Seal TourBeach Day
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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 TourCape Classics
Tastings Included

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
eFoil Lessons on Cape CodBeach Day
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eFoil Lessons on Cape Cod

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

from $190See Pricing & Availability
Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — DennisBeach Day
No Guide · Just Go

Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — Dennis

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

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Cape Cod Pirate Adventure Paddle Hunt and BattleBeach Day
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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Helen H Sunset & Party CruiseCape Classics
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.

from $1200See Pricing & Availability