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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

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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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Cape Cod Craft Breweries: A Guide to the Cape's Growing Beer Scene

Cape Cod's craft brewery scene by region, what to expect at a taproom, how to build a brewery trail, and how to do it responsibly. Cheers.

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Best Family Beaches on Cape Cod: Calm Water, Facilities & Kid Favorites

The best family beaches on Cape Cod ranked by calm water, facilities, and kid-friendliness — from tidal flats in Orleans to warm Nantucket Sound shores in Barnstable.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Oysters & Raw Bars on Cape Cod: A Guide to the Cape's Shellfish Crown Jewel

A guide to Cape Cod oysters and raw bars: Wellfleet and other local varieties, how to eat a raw oyster, what makes a great raw bar, and when to go.

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Best Sunset Beaches on Cape Cod: Where to Watch the Cape Most Beautiful Sunsets

Find the best sunset beaches on Cape Cod — from Herring Cove in Provincetown to Rock Harbor in Orleans. All bay-facing spots where the sky actually turns gold.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Day Trip to Marthas Vineyard from Cape Cod: Ferries, What to Do & How to Make It Worth It

Everything you need to plan a day trip to Marthas Vineyard from Cape Cod — which ferry to take, where to park, what to do in Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, and Aquinnah, and how to make the most of one full day on the island.

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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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Bird Watching on Cape Cod: Monomoy, Wellfleet Bay & the Great Fall Shorebird Migration

Cape Cod is one of the East Coast's premier fall birding destinations. Plan your migration trip to Monomoy NWR, Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, and Provincetown's Beech Forest.

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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.

Cape Cod Celebrations

Wellfleet OysterFest: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Biggest Oyster Festival

Your complete planning guide to the Wellfleet OysterFest — how to get tickets before they sell out, where to park, shuttle logistics, the best oyster farms to seek out, where to stay, and everything else you need for Cape Cod's finest fall tradition.

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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.