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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.

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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.

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Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — Dennis

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

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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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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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The Whydah Pirate Ship: Cape Cod's Greatest Underwater Treasure Story

Discover the full story of the Whydah Gally — the pirate ship that sank off Wellfleet in 1717 carrying an estimated $400 million in treasure, and the Provincetown museum where you can see the real artifacts today.

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Falmouth, Cape Cod: Beaches, Historic Villages & Things to Do (Beyond Just the Ferry)

Falmouth is one of Cape Cod's most complete destinations — calm-water family beaches, the 10.7-mile Shining Sea Bikeway, a genuine historic village center, and Woods Hole. Here is what to actually do here beyond the Vineyard ferry line.

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Falmouth, MA: A Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about Falmouth, MA.

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A Perfect Day in Buzzards Bay: Canal Bikes, Bay Breezes, and No Crowds

Skip the tourist crowds and spend a perfect day in Buzzards Bay — canal bike path, fishing off the breakwater, and a real working-waterfront sunset on the bay.

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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.

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Cape Cod Clam Chowder: A Guide to New England's Most Famous Bowl

What real New England clam chowder is, how to spot the tourist-trap version, chowder styles, and how to order like a local on Cape Cod.

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Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary: Cape Cod's Offshore Ecosystem & Why It Matters

Plan your Stellwagen Bank whale watch from Provincetown. Expert guide to the sanctuary's ecology, whale species, best season, and what locals know before you go.

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Dog-Friendly Lodging on Cape Cod: Hotels, Inns & Rentals That Welcome Pets

Find dog-friendly hotels, inns, and rentals on Cape Cod — Falmouth to Provincetown. Real tips on beach access, pet fees, and the best towns for traveling with dogs.

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Dennis, Cape Cod: Cape Playhouse, Scargo Hill, Bass River & the Town That Does Both Sides Right

Discover the best things to do in Dennis, Cape Cod — Cape Playhouse, Scargo Hill Tower, Corporation Beach, Bass River kayaking, and West Dennis Beach.

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Things to Do in Truro, MA: Cape Cod's Wild and Quiet Town

Truro is the most sparsely populated town on Cape Cod — dramatic ocean cliffs, pristine national seashore beaches, and almost no commercial development make it unforgettable.

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Great Island Trail Wellfleet: A 4-Mile Out-and-Back Through Salt Marsh, Dunes & Tidal Flats

Hike the Great Island Trail in Wellfleet with this expert guide — tidal crossing timing, Jeremy Point access, trailhead parking, gear tips, and what to expect.

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Surf Casting on Cape Cod: Shore Fishing Guide for Striped Bass and Bluefish

The definitive surf casting guide for Cape Cod — best shore fishing spots for striped bass and bluefish, licensing, tides, lures, and local tackle shops from Chatham to Provincetown.

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Eastham, Cape Cod: Gateway to the National Seashore, Fort Hill & the Best Atlantic Beaches

Discover the best things to do in Eastham, Cape Cod — Coast Guard Beach, Fort Hill, the Salt Pond Visitor Center, Nauset Light, and Arnold's. Your complete local guide to the National Seashore's front door.

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Orleans, Cape Cod: Nauset Beach, Rock Harbor & the Lower Cape's Crossroads Town

Orleans sits at the geographic turn of Cape Cod with Atlantic surf at Nauset Beach, Bay-side charter fishing at Rock Harbor, and sea kayaking in Pleasant Bay — here's everything you need to spend a great day in the Lower Cape's most underrated town.

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Dog-Friendly Trails on Cape Cod: Hikes & Walks Where Your Dog Can Come Along

Find the best dog-friendly trails on Cape Cod in Brewster, Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro, and Chatham. Real hikes, leash rules, parking tips, and seasonal advice.

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Things to Do in Chatham, MA: Cape Cod's Most Elegant Town

Chatham sits at the elbow of Cape Cod — known for its seal colony, lighthouse, upscale shops, and the most charming village center on the Cape.

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Great White Sharks on Cape Cod: What Visitors Need to Know

Planning a Cape Cod beach trip? Here's everything visitors need to know about great white sharks — which beaches, when they peak, how to stay safe, and what's changed on the Outer Cape.

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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.

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Barnstable, Cape Cod: Hyannis, Osterville, Barnstable Village & the Mid-Cape's Hidden Depth

Barnstable is seven villages, not one. From Sandy Neck's barrier dunes to a Cotuit Kettleers game at Lowell Park — here's how to see all of it.

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Bourne, Cape Cod: Canal Biking, Sagamore Beach & the Gateway Town Worth Slowing Down For

Discover the best things to do in Bourne Cape Cod — 14 miles of canal biking, Sagamore Beach, canal fishing, and bay-side beaches most visitors never find.

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How to Take the Ferry to Nantucket from Hyannis: Schedules, What to Book & What to Bring

Everything you need to know about the Nantucket ferry from Hyannis — operators, schedules, parking, car reservations, and day-trip tips. Updated for summer 2026.

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Cape Cod Clambake: How to Do It Right (DIY and Catered)

Learn how to throw a traditional Cape Cod clambake — from digging a beach pit to sourcing local lobster and clams — plus where to find catered clambake companies for groups and events.

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Coast Guard Beach Eastham: Parking, Shuttle, Swimming & What Makes It One of the World's Best Beaches

No parking at the beach — here's how the shuttle works, when to arrive, shark safety, swimming conditions, and why it ranks among the world's best beaches.

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Hyannis, Cape Cod: The Unofficial Capital — Kennedy Legacy, Main Street & What Actually Makes It Worth Visiting

A local's honest guide to things to do in Hyannis, Cape Cod — the Kennedy Museum, Melody Tent, harbor cruises, Nantucket ferry logistics, and what this commercial hub actually does well.