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Things to do in Cape Cod

 

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Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Wellfleet
Ranked #31 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
This preserve is a great place to commune with nature and watch the sunset.
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Ranked #32 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Historic Walking Areas; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
A scenic and historic walking trail managed by the Cape Cod National Seashore.
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Ranked #33 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Beaches

The best flats in the bay area of the Cape. Great kids because there are hardly any waves. the black flies get bad at night like many other beaches down the cape. more »

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Ranked #34 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Speciality Shops; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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Ranked #35 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Theatres
Owner description: Repertory theater offering indoor and outdoor productions. The Cape Rep Theatre is nestled in the woods 800 feet beyond the... more » Owner description: Repertory theater offering indoor and outdoor productions. The Cape Rep Theatre is nestled in the woods 800 feet beyond the entry on the north side of 6A in East Brewster. « less
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Ranked #36 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Beaches; Trails
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Edward Gorey House, Yarmouth Port
Ranked #37 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Speciality Museums; Historic Sites
Dedicated to the author-illustrator, Edward Gorey, and to raising awareness for animal welfare issues.
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Nauset Inlet, Orleans
Ranked #38 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Bodies of Water
This four-mile waterway of tidal pools and marshes leads to more imposing Atlantic swells.
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Seagull Beach, West Yarmouth
Ranked #39 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #40 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Lighthouses
One of the most famous and interesting lighthouses on Cape Cod.
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Ranked #41 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Theatres; Performances
Owner description: One of the oldest continuously-operating tent theaters-in-the-round in the US, along with our sister venue the South Shore... more » Owner description: One of the oldest continuously-operating tent theaters-in-the-round in the US, along with our sister venue the South Shore Music Circus in Cohasset. A 2,300-seat summer, open-air theatre that hosts national artists and comedians on a revolving stage. No seat is more than 50 feet from the stage! « less
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Ranked #42 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Corps of Engineers operated visitor center with educational material about the Cape Cod Canal.
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Ranked #43 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Theatres; Performances
Owner description: Experience the magic of live theatre in the country’s oldest professional summer theatre on beautiful Cape Cod! The Cape... more » Owner description: Experience the magic of live theatre in the country’s oldest professional summer theatre on beautiful Cape Cod! The Cape Playhouse in Dennis brings the Best of Broadway to Cape Cod each summer, featuring critically acclaimed actors of Broadway, television, and film. The Cape Playhouse also offers entertaining and educational Theater for Children. Tickets are available at the Box Office and online. « less
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White Cedar Swamp, Wellfleet
Ranked #44 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Historic Sites
The site of Marconi's wireless transmission station.
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Ranked #45 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Historic Sites
This charming and historic New England village is the oldest town on Cape Cod.
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Ranked #46 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Observation Decks/ Towers
The highest point of land on Cape Cod, the view from this stone observation tower sweeps across Cape Cod Bay to Provincetown.
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Ranked #47 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Art Museums; Museums; Concerts
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Ranked #48 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: History Museums; Speciality Museums
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Ranked #49 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Golf Courses

Newly opened (May, 2008) Jack Nicklaus Design course is spectacular!  Returns this course back to top of list on Cape Cod. Private but with access allowed for resort guests. Visit... more »

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Nauset Beach, Orleans
Ranked #50 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Beaches
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MacMillan Wharf, Provincetown
Ranked #51 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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Ranked #52 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Concerts
Owner description: Welcome to the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, one of the largest professional orchestras in Massachusetts, located on beautiful... more » Owner description: Welcome to the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, one of the largest professional orchestras in Massachusetts, located on beautiful Cape Cod. With a dedication to excellence in performance and repertoire, the orchestra strives to enrich and enhance the lives of residents and visitors through the gift of brilliantly and passionately played music. Lead by nationally acclaimed Conductor Jung-Ho Pak, the CCSO presents Classical and Pops concerts throughout the year at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center, 744 West Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601. « less
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Ranked #53 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Government Buildings; Art Museums
Provincetown's municipal center also contains 30 pieces of art donated by local artists.
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Ranked #54 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Architectural Buildings; History Museums; Speciality Museums
Early Coast Guard sea rescue station and museum of rescue techniques, artifacts and history.
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Ranked #55 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Beaches
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Ranked #56 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Aquariums
This aquarium offers visitors the chance to watch the seals being fed.
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Paine's Creek, Brewster
Ranked #57 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Beaches
This peaceful and scenic inlet has been photographed many times for promotional pieces and postcards featuring Cape Cod.
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Highfield Hall, Falmouth
Ranked #58 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Historic Sites
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Spohr Gardens, Falmouth
Ranked #59 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #60 of 217 attractions in Cape Cod
Category: Libraries
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