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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.

from $500See Pricing & Availability

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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

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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

Beach Day

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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

Beach 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.

from $100See Pricing & Availability

Cape 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

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Cape Cod Celebrations

Cape Cod Bachelorette Party Guide: Planning the Perfect Weekend

Cape Cod is a top New England bachelorette destination — here's how to plan the perfect weekend, from Provincetown bars to beach days and spa treatments.

Living on Cape Cod

What Chatham Locals Know That Visitors Miss

Skip the tourist version of Chatham. A year-round local shares what makes this Cape Cod village worth living in — and the best ways to actually see it.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Wild Cape Cod

Cape Cod Whale Watching: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

A complete Cape Cod whale watching guide — the geology of Stellwagen Bank, Dolphin Fleet booking logistics, honest motion sickness advice, what species you'll see, and why right whales matter.

Cape Cod Day Trips with Kids

Cape Cod with a Baby or Toddler: The Honest Guide for Parents of Young Kids

The honest parent's guide to Cape Cod with a baby or toddler: the best calm-water beaches (Bay side, not Atlantic), tide timing for Brewster's tidal flats, what to pack, and why vacation rentals beat hotels every time.

Cape Cod Pursuits

Kayaking & Paddleboarding on Cape Cod: Best Spots & Where to Rent

Discover the best kayaking and paddleboarding spots on Cape Cod — from beginner-friendly kettle ponds and tidal rivers to stunning open bay paddles. Where to rent, where to launch, and what to bring.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Living on Cape Cod

Falmouth Beyond the Ferry: What Locals Actually Do Here

Falmouth locals share the real town — Beebe Woods, the Shining Sea Bikeway, Woods Hole science culture, and tidal flats most visitors never find.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Wild Cape Cod

The Cape Cod Birding Calendar: What to Look For Every Month (and Exactly Where)

A month-by-month Cape Cod birding guide: target species, the best hotspots, tide timing, and responsible viewing—from spring warblers to winter sea ducks.

Cape Cod Day Trips with Kids

Cape Cod Aquariums & Marine Centers: Where Kids Actually Learn About Sea Life

The best Cape Cod aquariums and marine science centers for kids: Woods Hole, the shark center, natural history museum and sea-turtle hospital, by age.

Cape Cod Pursuits

The Cape Cod Rail Trail: A Complete Guide to the Cape's Best Bike Path

Your complete guide to the Cape Cod Rail Trail — 25 miles of paved, flat bike path through Dennis, Brewster, Orleans, Eastham, and Wellfleet. Trailheads, rentals, swimming holes, and tips for families and first-timers.

Cape Cod Celebrations

Kid-Friendly Fall Activities Cape Cod

Discover the best kid-friendly fall activities on Cape Cod.

Living on Cape Cod

Cape Cod Public Schools: A Town-by-Town Guide for Families

Thinking of moving to Cape Cod with kids? An honest overview of public schools by town, enrollment trends, and what families should know.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Cape Cod Day Trips with Kids

Best Playgrounds on Cape Cod: Town-by-Town Guide to Splash Pads, Climbing Structures & Parks

A guide to the best Cape Cod playgrounds and splash pads: what to look for, how to find the standout in each town, and how to work them into a family day.

Cape Cod Celebrations

Falmouth Road Race Guide

Your complete guide to the Falmouth Road Race.