Caitlin & Matthew
Things To Do
Guidebook Cape Cod
While it's not a location, it is a great resource you can use to further explore all of the different experiences that the Cape has to offer. You can find the guidebooks online, but they are also available for free in many stores on the Cape!
Anejo Mexican Bistro
One of our favorites places to eat outside is under the beech tree at Anejo. They offer brunch, lunch, and dinner with multiple indoor and outdoor seating areas to check out.
Alberto's Ristorante
We have had many date nights at Alberto's. They are located on the Main Street in Hyannis so there are many shops and parks to explore in the area as well!
The Ocean House Restaurant
If you are looking for dinner with a view, the Ocean House is a great spot to check out. Located along the coast of Dennis, they overlook Nantucket Sound. They also offer an outdoor beach bar you can check out!
Scargo Cafe
The Scargo Cafe is another great dining option in the area. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating to choose from.
Pate's Restaurant
Pate's is a great option if you are looking for a place to eat in Chatham. They offer a great atmosphere and many delicious meals to choose from!
Hog Island Beer Co.
If you like breweries, Hog Island is a fun place to try out! They have great drinks and food available with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Cape Cod Creamery
One of our favorite ice creams places on the Cape! They also have locations in Hyannis and Dennis. Some other fan favorite ice cream places include the Sundae School in Dennis Port, the Ice Cream Smuggler in East Dennis, and Schoolhouse Ice Cream in Harwich Port. If you are looking for a dairy-free or vegan option, Sweet Izzy offers both in Harwich Port.
Main Street Hyannis
Main Street Hyannis is a fun place to go if you are looking to shop, dine, or take a stroll. This is the address for one of the free parking lots, but there is also parking along the street and another free parking lot further down North Street.
Chatham Main Street
Chatham Main Street is another great area to check out if you are looking to shop, dine, or take a stroll. This is the address for one of the free parking lots nearby.
Cape Cod Rail Trail Parking
The Cape Cod Rail Trail (CCRT) is a paved bikeway that runs 25 miles from South Dennis to Wellfleet. The terrain is relatively flat and it offers a nice tour of the scenery and natural landscapes across the Cape. We included the location of one of the free parking lots with access to the trail, but there are many parking lots along the trail to choose from. If you want to rent a bike or need any bike accessories, check out Bike Zone in Hyannis or South Yarmouth; Dennis Cycle Center in South Dennis; Barb's Bike Shop in South Dennis; or Orleans Cycle in Orleans.
Cape Cod Beaches
There are many great beaches to choose from on the Cape. Some are for residents only, but many are open to the public with a daily or weekly pass that you can purchase. We have included the link for a guide to the Cape Cod Beaches that outlines the different beaches in each town. At the beginning of the article, there is also a link you can click on for more information about beach stickers and parking fees for each town.
Skull Island Adventure Golf & Sports World
Skull Island is one of many mini golf places on the Cape. They also offer a golf driving range, arcade, and go-karts. We have been working our way through every mini golf place on the Cape so let us know if you need a recommendation! A few other fun mini-golf places we have been to include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, Wild Animal Lagoon, Holiday Hill Mini Golf, and Putter's Paradise Mini Golf. They're all located along Route 28. If you want more family-friendly locations, there is also the Whydah Pirate Museum and Cape Cod Inflatable Park in the same area!
Cape Cod Waterways Boat Rentals on Swan River and Bass River
Cape Cod Waterways offers a variety of boat rentals on Swan River and Bass River. If you are interested in paddle boarding, kayaking, or canoeing check out their website. Another option for boat rentals is Bass River Kayaks and Paddle Boards in West Dennis, which offers multi-day rentals and off-site rentals.
Cape Cod Central Railroad
This one is still on our bucket list for things to do on the Cape! Cape Cod Central Railroad offers scenic train rides across the Cape. They are located in the Buzzards Bay and Hyannis train stations. They also offer brunch, lunch, and dinner train rides you can explore. It's another fun way to take a tour of all that the Cape has to offer.
Sunset Cruise with Bay Spirit Tours
Want to watch the sun set over Hyannis Port? Bay Spirit Tours offers a few different sunset cruise options in Hyannis Habor! You can relax on board with music and a bar down below as you watch the sun set. Explore their website for more information about the different options they offer.
Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises
Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises offer 3.5-4 hour trips out of Barnstable Harbor with 3 outside viewing decks to look from. If you are making your way down Cape Cod, you can also book a whale watching trip through the Whale Watch Dolphin Fleet in Provincetown.
Hy-Line Cruises
Want to take a day trip to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard? Hy-Line Cruises offers daily high-speed ferry rides to both of the islands out of Hyannis.