Long Point Beach
West End
Long Point Beach is the most remote beach on the Cape, and it takes a little extra effort to reach, but the end result is well worth it - the marine life and...
- Wild beach
- Hiking
- Water fun
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Race Point Beach
West End
Popular with sunbathers and beachcombers, Race Point Beach is on the northwest side of the Cape Cod Peninsula and is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. While...
- Public beach
- Water fun
- Bicycle
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Herring Cove Beach
West End
The most popular beach in Provincetown is Herring Cove, and it has a little something for everyone. Close to the parking lot is the unofficial family section, and as...
- Public beach
- Water fun
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Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch
Downtown Center
Equipped with top-of-the-line boats and a well-educated staff of naturalists, Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch is one of the most popular activities in Provincetown. Guests...
- Natural Attraction
- Eco Tourism
- Other
- Water sport & adventure
- Water fun
- Outdoor Adventure
Pilgrim Monument
Provincetown
Commemorating the 1620 voyage of the Mayflower pilgrims, the Pilgrim Monument rises 252 feet above Provincetown. One hundred and sixteen steps lead to sweeping area...
- Architecture
- Museum
- Cultural & Historical
Provincetown East End Gallery District
East End
The section of Commercial Street between Bangs and Standish is Provincetown's own art scene. Known as the East End Gallery District, this little patch is packed with...
- Cultural & Historical
- Art
Cape Cod Provincelands Trail
Provincetown
Known as one of the best bike trails in the region, Provincelands is a moderately difficult ride but yields a stunning array of vantage points along the coastline...
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
- Bicycle
- Walking
- Park
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Commercial Street
Commercial Street is Provincetown's main artery, and almost all of the best stores will be found here, including the many fine art galleries. During the high season,...
- Shopping Street
- Walking
- Fun & games
- Food & drink
- Cultural & Historical
- Various
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Perry's Wine and Liquors
West End
As it's the best liquor store around, Perry's is something of a rite of passage in P-town - anyone throwing a party or needing a choice bottle of wine for a dinner...
- Local Food & Drink
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Albert Merola Gallery
East End
Albert Merola is one of the best-known art galleries in Provincetown, and if you only have time to visit one, most P-town experts will direct you here. It's been...
- Other
- Art
Art's Dune Tours
Provincetown
Art's Dune Tours offers a number of very popular motor tours of the soft sand dunes near Provincetown and Truro. Participants will see a variety of wildlife,...
- Natural Attraction
- Food & drink
- Excursions
Beech Forest Trail
Provincetown
A pleasant hiking trail just 10 minutes from downtown, Beech Forest makes for a gentle, shaded walk suitable for all ages and skill levels. The forest is quiet and...
- Natural Attraction
- Hiking
- Bicycle
- Walking
- Park
Cape School of Art
Provincetown
The Cape School of Art is a non-profit institution founded by Charles Hawthorne in 1899. Teachers make use of the unique setting of their school to lead...
- Art
Cee Jay Fishing
Provincetown
At Cee Jay Fishing Charter you can arrange four hours of no-frills fishing for around $60 per person - one of the best deals in the area. Don't expect luxurious...
- Water sport & adventure
- Outdoor Adventure
Coast Guard Beach
Truro
Coast Guard Beach lies in Truro - the town just southeast of Provincetown - a relatively uncrowded seashore with some of the most dramatic scenery in the area....
- Public beach
- Walking
- Hiking
Dog Gone Sailing Charters
Downtown Center
There are many businesses that offer chartered sailboat cruises in Provincetown, and Dog Gone Sailing is one of the highest-rated. Run by the knowledgeable Captain...
- Water sport & adventure
- Water fun
- Excursions
Fine Arts Work Center
Provincetown
The Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown is open year-round - maintaining an ambitious calendar of cultural events - but the summertime is when it really kicks into...
- Cultural & Historical
- Art
Head of the Meadow Beach
North Truro
Just a quarter mile north from Highland Road exit on Route 6 is Head of the Meadow Beach, a remote area with breathtaking sand cliffs and a series of good bike...
- Wild beach
- Excursions
- Bicycle
Human Rights Campaign Shop
West End
The local branch of the Human Rights Campaign operates a small shop on the West End selling a wide variety of HRC gear, home goods, and collectibles. The staff is...
- Store
Long Point Lighthouse Trail
Provincetown
A remote hiking trail, Long Point takes about three hours to complete, moving from rocky promontories through soft sand beaches, and ending at a historic lighthouse...
- Natural Attraction
- Hiking
- Walking
- Outdoor Adventure
Long Point Shuttle
Provincetown
A trip to Long Point is always worth your time when visiting Provincetown, but the walk there is a strenuous three-mile hike over uneven terrain. Those in the know...
- Water fun
- Excursions
Loveland
West End
Tucked away in the West End is Loveland, a small, bohemian store selling handcrafted furniture, ceramics and clothing. It's been recommended by the New York Times,...
- Boutique
MacMillan Wharf
Downtown Center
In the 1800s, there were over 50 wharves serving this bustling maritime center. Today, MacMillan Wharf is one of only five remaining original structures. Not only an...
- Walking
- Cultural & Historical
- Water sport & adventure
Marine Specialties
West End
A discount Army & Navy surplus store near the center of town, Marine Specialties is one of the most unique storefronts in town. Filled to bursting with nautical...
- Specialty Shop
Mussel Beach Health Club
Provincetown
A top-shelf health club and gym with daily and weekly passes, Mussel Beach is the go-to for tourists who don't want to let their fitness plan lapse while on...
- Sports
Old Harbor Life Saving Museum
Provincetown
Possessed of a unique history - it was towed to its present location by barge in the late 1970s - the Old Harbor Life Saving Station and Museum traces the history of...
- Museum
- Cultural & Historical
- Water fun
Province Lands Visitor Center
Provincetown
The Province Lands Visitor Center may look modest compared to other community centers in the area, but it's actually one of the nicest ways to get to know the...
- Museum
- Fun & games
- Excursions
- Water fun
- Walking
- Park
- Natural Attraction
Provincetown Antique Market
West End
There are several antique stores on Commercial Street, but Provincetown Antique Market has the best selection, with goods ranging from vintage jewelry and estate
- Market
Provincetown Aquasports
Provincetown
With affordable prices, knowledgeable staff and well-maintained equipment, it's no surprise that Provincetown Aquasports is the most popular kayak and paddleboard...
- Water sport & adventure
- Water fun
- Fun & games
Provincetown Art Association and Museum
Provincetown
The Provincetown Art Museum - a beloved local institution founded in 1914 - showcases the best of Cape Cod art, with a particular interest in local luminaries like...
- Museum
- Cultural & Historical
- Art