Fran And Angela’s guidebook
Entertainment
The Cape Playhouse has a special place in American theatre history as the longest-running professional summer theater in the country. Referred to as the “Place Where Broadway Goes to Summer” by The New York Times, The Cape Playhouse has attracted a long litany of famous actors since its inception in 1927 including Julie Andrews, Bernadette Peters, Olympia Dukakis, Bette Davis, Henry Fonda, Betty White, Gertrude Lawrence and Ginger Rogers to name a few. Recent productions include Judy Kuhn and Mary Testa in Steel Magnolias, Julia Murney in Gypsy and being named one of the 50 best theatres in America.
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recommandé par les habitantsCape Playhouse
820 Massachusetts 6A36
recommandé par les habitantsThe Cape Playhouse has a special place in American theatre history as the longest-running professional summer theater in the country. Referred to as the “Place Where Broadway Goes to Summer” by The New York Times, The Cape Playhouse has attracted a long litany of famous actors since its inception in 1927 including Julie Andrews, Bernadette Peters, Olympia Dukakis, Bette Davis, Henry Fonda, Betty White, Gertrude Lawrence and Ginger Rogers to name a few. Recent productions include Judy Kuhn and Mary Testa in Steel Magnolias, Julia Murney in Gypsy and being named one of the 50 best theatres in America.
In 1950, the Cape Cod Music Circus (now the Cape Cod Melody Tent) became the third musical tent to open in the US. For over 60 years, the Cape Cod Melody Tent has been presenting world-class entertainment in scenic Hyannis. One of only two continuously-operated tent theatres in the round in the United States, the Melody Tent is owned and operated by the South Shore Playhouse Associates, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to encouraging and supporting the arts, cultural and educational organizations throughout the communities of the South Shore and Cape Cod.
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recommandé par les habitantsMelody Tent
21 West Main Street28
recommandé par les habitantsIn 1950, the Cape Cod Music Circus (now the Cape Cod Melody Tent) became the third musical tent to open in the US. For over 60 years, the Cape Cod Melody Tent has been presenting world-class entertainment in scenic Hyannis. One of only two continuously-operated tent theatres in the round in the United States, the Melody Tent is owned and operated by the South Shore Playhouse Associates, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to encouraging and supporting the arts, cultural and educational organizations throughout the communities of the South Shore and Cape Cod.
Wellfleet Drive-In and surrounding complex has a long history spanning the decades. The Drive-In was the first part, built in 1957 by principal owners John (Don) Jentz, Charles Zender, and other partners. The first movie ever shown was “DESK SET” starring Katharine Hepburn. Some other classic features that have graced the screen are: “BEN HUR,” “JAWS,” “STAR WARS,” and “ET.” In 1958 screen supports were installed to help withstand strong Cape Cod winds from hurricanes and Nor’Easters. The original speaker boxes still sit on the poles, though you now have the better option of listening through your car radio.
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recommandé par les habitantsWellfleet Drive-In Theatre
51 U.S. 680
recommandé par les habitantsWellfleet Drive-In and surrounding complex has a long history spanning the decades. The Drive-In was the first part, built in 1957 by principal owners John (Don) Jentz, Charles Zender, and other partners. The first movie ever shown was “DESK SET” starring Katharine Hepburn. Some other classic features that have graced the screen are: “BEN HUR,” “JAWS,” “STAR WARS,” and “ET.” In 1958 screen supports were installed to help withstand strong Cape Cod winds from hurricanes and Nor’Easters. The original speaker boxes still sit on the poles, though you now have the better option of listening through your car radio.
Cape Cod Bumper Boats, Batting Cages and ZipLine are great ways to get the whole family involved in the fun. These solar assisted powered fun machines are super easy to navigate and allow drivers as young as 6 years old to drive by themselves!
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recommandé par les habitantsGrand Slam Entertainment, Cape Cod Bumper Boats, Batting Cage, Zip Line, Family Fun Cape Cod
322 Massachusetts 288
recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod Bumper Boats, Batting Cages and ZipLine are great ways to get the whole family involved in the fun. These solar assisted powered fun machines are super easy to navigate and allow drivers as young as 6 years old to drive by themselves!
As the largest wet and dry Inflatable Park in the world, there’s simply no other place quite like ours!
For older children and adults, we also offer an interactive zone that’s filled with competitive challenge courses. And for anyone looking to go a little country, there’s even a mechanical bull!
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recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod Inflatable Park
518 Main Street21
recommandé par les habitantsAs the largest wet and dry Inflatable Park in the world, there’s simply no other place quite like ours!
For older children and adults, we also offer an interactive zone that’s filled with competitive challenge courses. And for anyone looking to go a little country, there’s even a mechanical bull!
The original Orpheum Theater opened in 1916 as Chatham’s first and only movie house for 72 years. Then in 1987, like so many village movie theaters on Cape Cod, it ceased operations, went dark, and eventually became a CVS pharmacy. The renovation of the Chatham Orpheum Theater began in November 2011, right after CVS vacated the historic theater building. A local grass roots team to raise funds needed to buy the original Orpheum building and bring back movies to Main Street
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recommandé par les habitantsChatham Orpheum Theater
637 Main Street19
recommandé par les habitantsThe original Orpheum Theater opened in 1916 as Chatham’s first and only movie house for 72 years. Then in 1987, like so many village movie theaters on Cape Cod, it ceased operations, went dark, and eventually became a CVS pharmacy. The renovation of the Chatham Orpheum Theater began in November 2011, right after CVS vacated the historic theater building. A local grass roots team to raise funds needed to buy the original Orpheum building and bring back movies to Main Street
Sightseeing
Chatham has a quaint downtown shopping area as well as the Coast Guard lighthouse near downtown. Also don't miss seeing the seals when the fishing boats come in at the Chatham Fish Pier.
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recommandé par les habitantsChatham
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recommandé par les habitantsChatham has a quaint downtown shopping area as well as the Coast Guard lighthouse near downtown. Also don't miss seeing the seals when the fishing boats come in at the Chatham Fish Pier.
Main Street Hyannis is a great spot to shop for souvenirs and find a place to dine. Cape Cod Mall is also located in Hyannis and is a popular spot on rainy days on Cape Cod.
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recommandé par les habitantsHyannis
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recommandé par les habitants Main Street Hyannis is a great spot to shop for souvenirs and find a place to dine. Cape Cod Mall is also located in Hyannis and is a popular spot on rainy days on Cape Cod.
Provincetown (P-town) is a true melting pot. Located on the tip of Cape Cod, P-town boasts beautiful beaches, top-rated restaurants, art galleries and charming shops. A top LGBTQ destination, this open-minded community celebrates individuality and freedom of expression. Provincetown has a rich creative history and is home to one the oldest continuous art colony in the country. The diverse population of artists, sailors, fisherman, authors, and more, makes Provincetown unique. From Carnival in August to Women’s Week in October and First Light at year’s end, Provincetown is thriving 365 days of the year.
Although the downtown area is the most popular, don't miss the beautiful sand dunes of Race Point Beach. A fun way to see the expansive dunes is to take a dune tour. See below for a connection to each.
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recommandé par les habitantsProvincetown
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recommandé par les habitantsProvincetown (P-town) is a true melting pot. Located on the tip of Cape Cod, P-town boasts beautiful beaches, top-rated restaurants, art galleries and charming shops. A top LGBTQ destination, this open-minded community celebrates individuality and freedom of expression. Provincetown has a rich creative history and is home to one the oldest continuous art colony in the country. The diverse population of artists, sailors, fisherman, authors, and more, makes Provincetown unique. From Carnival in August to Women’s Week in October and First Light at year’s end, Provincetown is thriving 365 days of the year.
Although the downtown area is the most popular, don't miss the beautiful sand dunes of Race Point Beach. A fun way to see the expansive dunes is to take a dune tour. See below for a connection to each.
Cape Cod Central Railroad departs from 252 Main St. The 2-hour Coastline Excursion Train travels between Hyannis and the Cape Cod Canal, past cranberry bogs, woodlands and marshes. A narrator aboard the train relates the history of the region. Train trips including lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch also are available. Guided tours are available.
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recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod Central Railroad Depot
252 Main St8
recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod Central Railroad departs from 252 Main St. The 2-hour Coastline Excursion Train travels between Hyannis and the Cape Cod Canal, past cranberry bogs, woodlands and marshes. A narrator aboard the train relates the history of the region. Train trips including lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch also are available. Guided tours are available.
Dune trips that include a sunset tour, dinner excursions or daytime trips in and around the dunes and artist shacks that many famous artists playwrights inhabited. It is said that Tennessee Williams completed the last of "A Streetcar Named Desire" in one of these art shacks.
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recommandé par les habitantsArt's Dune Tours
4 Standish Street24
recommandé par les habitantsDune trips that include a sunset tour, dinner excursions or daytime trips in and around the dunes and artist shacks that many famous artists playwrights inhabited. It is said that Tennessee Williams completed the last of "A Streetcar Named Desire" in one of these art shacks.
Whale Watching is a must see and do activity on Cape Cod! You are sure to see several of these magnificent creatures and gain knowledge of their habitat and potential perils along the way. Don't miss this opportunity! We typically take the boat out of Barnstable Harbor because it's a closer drive however you end up whale watching in the same area and the actual boat ride is shorter if you go from P-town.
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recommandé par les habitantsProvincetown Whale Watching
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recommandé par les habitantsWhale Watching is a must see and do activity on Cape Cod! You are sure to see several of these magnificent creatures and gain knowledge of their habitat and potential perils along the way. Don't miss this opportunity! We typically take the boat out of Barnstable Harbor because it's a closer drive however you end up whale watching in the same area and the actual boat ride is shorter if you go from P-town.
Nauset Beach is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Parking is free after 4:30 pm and worth the trip to experience the vista of waves and long expanse of beach. You will surely see seals and surfers alike.
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recommandé par les habitantsNauset Beach
250 Beach Road46
recommandé par les habitantsNauset Beach is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Parking is free after 4:30 pm and worth the trip to experience the vista of waves and long expanse of beach. You will surely see seals and surfers alike.
This is a beautiful beach located in Provincetown and is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Beautiful at sunset. Hiking and biking available in the area as well as commercial dune tours.
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recommandé par les habitantsRace Point Beach
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recommandé par les habitantsThis is a beautiful beach located in Provincetown and is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Beautiful at sunset. Hiking and biking available in the area as well as commercial dune tours.
Dennis
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recommandé par les habitantsHIking and Biking
Cape Cod Rail Trail parking
505 Main St11
recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod Rail Trail | Station Ave Trailhead
Cape Cod Rail Trail parking
55 Headwaters DriveNature
Heritage Museums & Gardens
67 Grove Street50
recommandé par les habitantsMass Audubon's Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
291 U.S. 628
recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod Museum Of Natural History
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recommandé par les habitantsCape Cod National Seashore Salt Pond Visitor Center
400 Nauset Rd27
recommandé par les habitantsProvincetown Whale Watching
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recommandé par les habitants10
recommandé par les habitantsMonomoy National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Contact Station
1 Wikis Way10
recommandé par les habitantsBeaches
Mayflower Beach
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recommandé par les habitantsWest Dennis Beach
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recommandé par les habitantsCorporation Beach
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recommandé par les habitantsChapin Memorial Beach
Chapin Beach RoadScargo Lake
Public Golf Courses
Dennis is the "Place to Go" to enjoy the best of what Cape Cod has to offer with two award winning golf courses voted best on the Cape. And although Blue Rock is not in Dennis, this award winning, par-3 course is also only a short drive.
Dennis Pines is a par 72 championship golf course situated on 170 of pine forest in East Dennis. It's challenging course includes water on 4 holes and one of the most difficult par 5's anywhere at hole #12. Although a public course, it's beauty is maintained like a professional, private course.
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recommandé par les habitantsDennis Pines Golf Course
50 Golf Course Road8
recommandé par les habitantsDennis Pines is a par 72 championship golf course situated on 170 of pine forest in East Dennis. It's challenging course includes water on 4 holes and one of the most difficult par 5's anywhere at hole #12. Although a public course, it's beauty is maintained like a professional, private course.
Dennis Highlands is a par 71 sixty five hundred yard championship golf course situated on 175 acres of pine and oak covered rolling ground in the north side of Dennis. Dennis Highlands may be the "Crown Jewel" in the traditional list of fine Cape Cod Golf Courses.
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recommandé par les habitantsDennis Highland Course
825 Old Bass River Rd6
recommandé par les habitantsDennis Highlands is a par 71 sixty five hundred yard championship golf course situated on 175 acres of pine and oak covered rolling ground in the north side of Dennis. Dennis Highlands may be the "Crown Jewel" in the traditional list of fine Cape Cod Golf Courses.
Award winning 18 hole, par-3 executive golf course that's fast and fun for all ages and abilities. Named Top 10 par-3 Courses nationally by Golf Magazine and #1 Executive Course in New England. Repeatedly recognized as "Best of Cape Cod"
Blue Rock Golf Course
48 Todd RoadAward winning 18 hole, par-3 executive golf course that's fast and fun for all ages and abilities. Named Top 10 par-3 Courses nationally by Golf Magazine and #1 Executive Course in New England. Repeatedly recognized as "Best of Cape Cod"
Favorite Local Restaurants
We've listed several of our local favorite and most conveniently located restaurants in the area.
One of our summertime favorite places. Angela votes this the best lobster roll on Cape Cod despite all other claims! During peak season go early or be prepared to wait in line and risk not finding a parking spot. If you find parking, don't dismay, the line moves quickly! We often choose lunch during the busy season. Seating is all outdoors on communal picnic tables so the atmosphere is beachy casual which includes BYOB. In addition to bringing your own beer or wine, bring cash, this is a cash only establishment although there is an ATM on site.
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recommandé par les habitantsSesuit Harbor Cafe
357 Sesuit Neck Road76
recommandé par les habitantsOne of our summertime favorite places. Angela votes this the best lobster roll on Cape Cod despite all other claims! During peak season go early or be prepared to wait in line and risk not finding a parking spot. If you find parking, don't dismay, the line moves quickly! We often choose lunch during the busy season. Seating is all outdoors on communal picnic tables so the atmosphere is beachy casual which includes BYOB. In addition to bringing your own beer or wine, bring cash, this is a cash only establishment although there is an ATM on site.
Encore Bistro and Bar
36 Hope Ln8
recommandé par les habitantsThe Ocean House Restaurant
425 Old Wharf Road58
recommandé par les habitantsThe Marshside
28 Bridge Street27
recommandé par les habitantsYarmouth House of Pizza
1311 MA-28Paradise Pizza
74 School Street10
recommandé par les habitantsSummer Shanty
140 Main Street9
recommandé par les habitantsRed Nun Bar & Grill - Dennisport
673 Main Street23
recommandé par les habitantsScargo Cafe
799 Main Street25
recommandé par les habitantsVilla Roma
278 Route 28Chapin's Fish & Chips and Beach Bar
228 Lower County Road20
recommandé par les habitantsHolly's Deli
394 Main Street