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BYOB & BYOF · Long Point Views · Since 1944
Flyer's Sunset Cruise
A BYOB and bring-your-own-food sunset cruise out of Provincetown Harbor, family-run since 1944. Departs 90 minutes before sunset for a 1.75-hour cruise past Long Point Light with views of the dunes and returning shoreline.
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Provincetown Bike Rentals

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Provincetown Bike Rentals

Pedal from the heart of Ptown into the Province Lands dune trails on cruisers, hybrids and e-bikes. The easiest way to tackle the Cape's most scenic loop.

$16–$30See Pricing & Availability

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Best of Martha's Vineyard — Private 4-Hour Tour

The full island in four private hours with a local guide and driver. Booked on Viator.

from $675See Pricing & Availability

Coast to Coast in One Day

Martha's Vineyard: All Island Tour

Experience the beautiful views and unique character of Martha's Vineyard with local 3rd generation island guides. Take a bus tour and see sights, including Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven.

70 per personSee Pricing & Availability

Provincetown Ghost & History Walking Tour

A lantern-lit 90-minute walk through 400-plus years of Provincetown legend and seafaring lore, including the town's historic cemeteries. A fun after-dark take on local history.

~$20See Pricing & Availability

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Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch

New England's original whale watch, sailing since 1975 to Stellwagen Bank with a marine naturalist aboard. Three- to four-hour trips with a whale-sighting guarantee from MacMillan Pier.

~$75/adultSee Pricing & Availability

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Cape Cod Ferry Guide: Steamship Authority, Hy-Line, and How to Get It Right

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Ferry Guide: Steamship Authority, Hy-Line, and How to Get It Right

Steamship Authority vs Hy-Line, car vs walk-on, parking, standby lines — everything you need to get the Cape Cod ferry right in 2026. Real costs, real timing.

15 Best Lobster Rolls on Cape Cod, Ranked by a Local

Visiting Cape Cod

15 Best Lobster Rolls on Cape Cod, Ranked by a Local

A Cape Cod local ranks the 15 best lobster rolls of 2026 — with real prices, meat-per-ounce data, and the spots actually worth the wait or the drive.

Beating the Bridge: When to Cross to Cape Cod to Avoid Traffic

Visiting Cape Cod

Beating the Bridge: When to Cross to Cape Cod to Avoid Traffic

When to cross the Sagamore and Bourne Bridges to avoid Cape Cod traffic in 2026, with hour-by-hour timing, construction updates, and local workarounds.

Seals, Whales & Great White Sharks: A Month-by-Month Guide to Cape Cod Wildlife Watching

Wild Cape Cod

Seals, Whales & Great White Sharks: A Month-by-Month Guide to Cape Cod Wildlife Watching

When and where to see seals, whales, and great white sharks on Cape Cod — a month-by-month guide with tide timing, safety, and responsible-viewing tips.

Best Bed & Breakfasts on Cape Cod: Certified Stays Worth Booking Direct

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Bed & Breakfasts on Cape Cod: Certified Stays Worth Booking Direct

The best B&Bs and inns on Cape Cod — certified, locally verified, and bookable direct. Skip the OTA fees and stay somewhere worth remembering.

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 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.

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

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.

The 12 Best Public Golf Courses on Cape Cod (2026), with Green Fees and Who They're For

Cape Cod Pursuits

The 12 Best Public Golf Courses on Cape Cod (2026), with Green Fees and Who They're For

A local's ranked guide to Cape Cod's best public golf courses, with approximate green fees, who each is for, and the smartest times to play for value.

Cape Cod Vacation Rentals vs. Hotels: What's Right for Your Trip

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Vacation Rentals vs. Hotels: What's Right for Your Trip

Vacation rental or hotel for Cape Cod? A practical breakdown of costs, flexibility, and experience — with certified options for both.

Best Places to Stay Near Cape Cod Beaches: A Certified Local Guide

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Best Places to Stay Near Cape Cod Beaches: A Certified Local Guide

Where to stay if the beach is your priority on Cape Cod. Certified hotels, inns, and rentals within walking distance of the Cape's best beaches.

Cape Cod Beach & Transfer Station Stickers 2026: A Town-by-Town Guide to Costs, Where to Buy, and What You Need

Living on Cape Cod

Cape Cod Beach & Transfer Station Stickers 2026: A Town-by-Town Guide to Costs, Where to Buy, and What You Need

Your 2026 guide to Cape Cod beach parking permits and transfer station stickers—costs, where to buy, and what to bring, for all 15 towns. Confirm locally.

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.

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

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

A Perfect Day in Marstons Mills: Cape Cod Without the Crowds

Visiting Cape Cod

A Perfect Day in Marstons Mills: Cape Cod Without the Crowds

Marstons Mills is Cape Cod's best-kept secret — a quiet mill village in Barnstable with kettle ponds, farm stands, and conservation trails. Here's how locals spend a perfect day.

Is Cape Cod Expensive? A Real 2026 Budget Breakdown (Lodging, Ferries, Food & Beach Fees)

Visiting Cape Cod

Is Cape Cod Expensive? A Real 2026 Budget Breakdown (Lodging, Ferries, Food & Beach Fees)

How expensive is Cape Cod in 2026? Real prices for lodging, ferries, food, and beach parking — plus where locals save without missing the point.

Cape Cod Beach Parking: What It Costs, When to Arrive, and How to Beat the Lot

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Beach Parking: What It Costs, When to Arrive, and How to Beat the Lot

Cape Cod beach parking costs $25/day at National Seashore lots. Know exactly when lots fill, which town beaches charge what, and how to save money all week.