The appeal of Cape Cod is evident, thanks to its food, beaches, family-friendly activities, and romance.
With its rich history, Cape Cod has a wide diversity of sights to enjoy. The area is known for its lighthouses, with some of the most famous being Nobska Light in Woods Hole, Sandy Neck Light, in Barnstable, Lewis Bay Light in Hyannis Harbor, Hardings and Chatham Light in Chathan, Nauset Light in Eastham, Cape Cod Light in Truro, and Race POint, Wood End, and Long Point Light in Provincetown.
The Historic English Weeping Beech Tree is said to have been gifted by the British Governor in 1776.
Natural beauty is also plentiful in the area. The Cape Cod National Seashore is where you'll find many beautiful beaches, sand dunes, and hiking trails and the Bass River is a popular place for water sports.
Towns
Most people divide Cape Cod into four regions - the Upper Cape, the Mid Cape, the Lower Cape, and the Outer Cape. In the past, the Outer Cape was included with the Lower Cape. There are 15 towns on Cape Cod.
The Upper Cape includes four - Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, and Mashpee. The three towns of the Mid Cape are Barnstable, Yarmouth, and Dennis. The Lower Cape includes Brewster, Harwich, Chatham, and Orleans, and the Outer Cape includes Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro, and Provincetown.
There really is no shortage of activities to enjoy in Cape Cod, and there really is something for everyone. With its miles of coastline, there are plenty of great swimming spots. Bikers appreciate the wide variety of trails in the area, and anybody interest in water sports can enjoy kayaking, fishing, and more.
If you want to enjoy something a little more subdued, there are plenty of antique shops and art galleries in the area. Golfing is also a popular activity, as is whale watching and tennis.
Beaches:
Beachgoers frequently travel to Cape Cod for a restful retreat. Beaches in the area include long stretches of soft sand as well as tidal pools where kids can play. Several of the best beaches around Cape Cod include Mayflower Beach, Marconi Beach, and Race Point Beach.
Shopping:
Shopping here is a unique experience you'll want to have. Many of the area's towns have charming Main Streets where you can enjoy shopping and dining.
Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Cape Cod. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:
- Provincetown Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour for $15 details
- Cape Cod Sunset Kayak Tour for $80 details
- The Local Tasting Tour - Provincetown & Truro! For $185 details