Barnstable County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cape Cod showing general coastal views, a bay or harbour and boating
Cape Cod showing general coastal views, a bay or harbour and boating
Dramatic cloudscape over the coastal village along the shore road on Cape Cod
Beautiful painting-like sunrise seascape over South Cape Beach on Cape Cod. The sun rising over the green sand dunes and horizon.
Mayflower Beach in Dennis, Massachusetts on Cape Cod

Popular cities in Barnstable County

Provincetown featuring a house and general coastal views
Provincetown
Known for Beaches, Biking and Seafood
With its historical connections to the Pilgrims, its stunning scenery and liberal mindset, this seaside town is one of the liveliest destinations on the Cape.

Reasons to visit

  • Commercial Street
  • Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum
  • Provincetown Town Hall
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Chatham featuring a house and boating
Chatham
Known for Beaches, Seafood and Sea
With glimmering waters perfect for sailing, swimming and fishing, this idyllic beach town exudes laid-back charm.

Reasons to visit

  • Chatham Lighthouse
  • Chatham Fish Pier
  • Chatham Windmill
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Hyannis showing a bay or harbour and a marina
Hyannis
Known for Dining, Shopping and Ferries and boats
Explore beaches, shop for Cape Cod souvenirs or sail the waters around this coastal village, which was the preferred vacation spot of former president John. F. Kennedy.

Reasons to visit

  • Hyannis Harbor
  • Main Street Hyannis
  • Kalmus Beach
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Falmouth which includes boating and a house
Falmouth
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Wineries
Find stunning views and charming villages everywhere you turn in this Cape Cod town with Buzzards Bay to the east and Vineyard Sound to the west.

Reasons to visit

  • Falmouth Heights Beach
  • Surf Drive Beach
  • Falmouth Beach
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Sandy Neck Lighthouse at Barnstable Harbor on Cape Cod
Sandwich
Known for Seafood, Beaches and Historical
Escape to Sandwich! Enjoy its culture, history and beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Sandwich Boardwalk
  • Heritage Museums and Gardens
  • Town Neck Beach
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Dennis showing signage
Dennis
Known for Beaches, Seafood and Ports
Dennis is calling! Discover its beaches, fishing, culture and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Mayflower Beach
  • Corporation Beach
  • Cape Playhouse
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