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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

No Guide · Just Go

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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How Many Days Do You Need on Cape Cod? Sample 3-, 5-, and 7-Day Itineraries

How many days do you need on Cape Cod? Sample 3, 5, and 7-day itineraries with drive times, base recommendations, and 2026 prices from locals.

Visiting Cape Cod

Things to Do in Brewster, MA: Cape Cod's Most Family-Friendly Town

Brewster may be Cape Cod's most beloved family destination — Nickerson State Park, the Rail Trail, extraordinary tidal flats, and Route 6A antique shops make it a repeat destination.

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Truro, Cape Cod: The Outer Cape's Most Underrated Town (Vineyards, Lighthouses & Near-Empty Beaches)

Discover things to do in Truro Cape Cod: the Cape's only winery, a George Washington lighthouse, near-empty National Seashore beaches, and bay sunsets.

Wild Cape Cod

Cape Cod National Seashore: The Complete Visitor's Guide to 43,000 Acres of Protected Beach

The complete guide to Cape Cod National Seashore — six lifeguarded beaches, passes and fees, trails, shark monitoring, visitor centers, and off-season access across 43,000 permanently protected acres.

Visiting Cape Cod

Skip Airbnb Fees: How to Book Cape Cod Rentals Direct and Save

Airbnb and VRBO charge 15-20% on top of every booking. Here's how to find Cape Cod vacation rentals that let you book direct — and what certified really means.

Visiting Cape Cod

Getting Around Cape Cod: Buses, Bikes, Rideshare & the Truth About Uber at 10pm in October

How to get around Cape Cod: beating bridge traffic, the rail-trail bike network, CCRTA buses and shuttles, and the honest truth about rideshare on the Cape.

Cape Cod Celebrations

Romantic Cape Cod Weekend Getaway

Discover the most romantic Cape Cod weekend getaways for every season.

Living on Cape Cod

Working on Cape Cod: Jobs, Remote Work & Making a Living Year-Round

What does it actually look like to make a living on Cape Cod year-round? An honest guide to the job market, remote work reality, and industries that thrive here.

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A Perfect Day Trip to Nantucket from Cape Cod

Catch the Hy-Line ferry from Hyannis and spend a perfect day on Nantucket — cobblestone streets, whaling history, Atlantic surf, and rose-covered cottages in 'Sconset.

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Eating Well on Cape Cod Without Breaking the Bank: Budget Dining Tips & Local Favorites

How to eat well on Cape Cod without breaking the bank: where the value hides, lunch-over-dinner, clam shacks, fish markets, and the one splurge worth it.

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod National Seashore: The Complete Guide to Beaches, Trails, Visitor Centers & Everything In Between

Expert guide to Cape Cod National Seashore: best beaches, trails, visitor centers, parking tips, fees, and seasonal advice for Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro & Provincetown.

Wild Cape Cod

Gray Seals in Chatham: Where to Watch, When They're There & How to Book a Monomoy Tour

Watch gray seals Chatham Cape Cod from shore at Chatham Light Beach or book a Monomoy Island boat tour to see the largest gray seal colony on the US East Coast.

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 Pursuits

Surfing on Cape Cod: Best Breaks, When to Go & What the Atlantic Side Actually Delivers

Surfing Cape Cod is real — Outer Cape breaks from Orleans to Provincetown catch open Atlantic swells. Best spots, timing, and shark awareness for surfers.

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.

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.

Visiting Cape Cod

How to Take the Ferry to Martha's Vineyard from Woods Hole: The Complete Booking Guide

How to book the Martha's Vineyard ferry from Woods Hole: car reservations, walk-on tickets, parking options, and every ferry route to the Vineyard from the Cape.

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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.

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Beaches on Cape Cod: A Local's Guide by Region, Water Type & What You're Looking For

Which Cape Cod beach is right for you? A local's breakdown by water type, family needs, shark awareness, and parking — with specific beaches named by town and fee type.

Wild Cape Cod

Bioluminescence on Cape Cod: When, Where & How to See the Glowing Water

Cape Cod bioluminescence turns summer harbor nights into a light show — here is where to find it, when conditions peak, and how to experience glowing water by kayak or on foot.

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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.

Cape Cod Pursuits

Whale Watching on Cape Cod: Your Complete Guide to Stellwagen Bank

Everything you need to know about whale watching on Cape Cod — Stellwagen Bank, Dolphin Fleet, humpbacks, finbacks, right whales, photography tips, and making a full day of Provincetown.

Cape Cod Celebrations

Barnstable County Fair

The Barnstable County Fair guide.

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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.