Things To Do
Eating and Drinking
Añejo Mexican Bistro - Our favorite restaurant on the cape. Hard stop. *Online waitlist. Estia Cape Cod - Delicious Greek food & best martinis. We love it here. *Online waitlist. Pier 37 Boathouse - 'The Boathouse'. A Falmouth staple. *Put your name in with the host. The Falmouth Raw Bar - Lobster rolls! Mudslides! Picnic tables! DJ or live music at night. *Put your name in with the host. Liam Mcguire's - Our favorite bar in Falmouth! A cozy, classic Irish pub with great live music at night. Shipwrecked - Beachfront bar across from Falmouth Heights beach. Live music :) Bad Martha Brewery - Daytime spot with games, live music, beers, and light snacks. Cape Cod Winery - Another awesome daytime spot offering wine, apps, and good vibes. * Note that many restaurants in Falmouth don't take reservations. Add your name to the waitlist on their website or put your name in with the host directly. We've indicated which is standard for each restaurant, if applicable *
Beaches
Surf Drive Beach - Closest to Main Street in Falmouth, this is the beach Caitlin's family frequents. Daily parking fee. Falmouth Heights Beach - Matt's favorite beach! Conveniently located across the street from Shipwrecked beach bar. Daily parking fee. Trunk River Beach - Quaint little beach on the bike path. No parking attendant, so park where you please! Old Silver Beach - Iconic Falmouth, this beach is a bit further (20 minute drive) but is perfect for a long, luxurious beach day. Check out West Falmouth Market on the way for lunch/snacks. Daily parking fee.
Sight Seeing & Shopping
The Knob - Novice walking trail with a beautiful view of Buzzard's Bay as the grand finale. Shining Sea Bikeway - Perfect for a scenic, flat bike ride, run, or walk & yap. You can rent bikes at Corner Cycle, 115 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA 508-540-4149. Main Street in Falmouth - Grab a Cape Cod tee-shirt or souvenir! Mashpee Commons - Shops, restaurants, and workout classes (Pilates, HITT, spinning, etc.) Island Queen Ferry - If you'd like to take advantage of Falmouth's proximity to Martha's Vineyard, we'd recommend checking out the Island Queen! It's a 35-minute trip from Falmouth to Oak Bluffs, where we'd recommend stopping at Lookout Tavern for a drink and delicious lunch overlooking the Nantucket Sound.
Coffee & Sweet Treats
Coffee Obsession - Coffee shop with light breakfast fare. Caitlin loves the Mexican Mocha Latte! Maison Villatte - Warning that you will likely have to wait in line, but the sandwiches and pastries are well worth it. Their coffee is also great. Persy's Place - Directly next to the Inn on the Square. "New England's largest breakfast menu"... The Pickle Jar - Super popular for brunch and lunch. Be sure to put your name on the list with the host - can stroll around shops while you wait. Ben and Bill's - Our go-to ice cream and candy shop. Matt and Caitlin's favorite flavor is Mud Pie.
Woods Hole
This little town is about a 10-minute drive from Falmouth proper and is one of our favorite places to stroll, grab dinner, or shop. Bonus town for a Falmouth trip! Masterson Made - Caitlin's favorite local vendor. They're known for their unique candles, hand-made cutting boards, and quirky trinkets, many of which are made on-site in their studio. Pie in the Sky Bakery - The best! Known for delicious breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and pastries. Restaurants - Our favorites are Landfall, Captain Kidd, and Water Street Kitchen (reservations accepted at all 3 and are recommended). Nobska Lighthouse - The iconic Falmouth Road Race beacon! Even if you don't stop, we recommend taking the beautiful scenic route by Nobska Lighthouse on your way to Woods Hole.