The 10 Best Stops On A Road Trip From Bourne To Provincetown, Massachusetts
The Cape Cod peninsula just out into the Atlantic at a length of 65 miles. Between the towns of Bourne at the start of the Cape to Provincetown at the tip, there is so much to see along the way — and it’s not just beaches we’re stopping at! Here is a link to the road trip map to 10 of the best stops from Bourne to Provincetown.
Whether you take the Bourne or Sagamore Bridge over the water to get on Cape, a stop at the Cape Cod Canal is a must. Take a walk or a bike ride along the canal with views of water, boats, and the Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge along the way.
Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge, 33 Canal Service Rd, Bourne, MA 02532, USA
As one of the most charming towns in Massachusetts, Sandwich certainly has a lot to offer visitors. One favorite spot is Heritage Museum & Gardens. Open between late April and mid-October, there's nothing more magical than strolling through the extravagant gardens here. Visit the Heritage Museum & Gardens' official website to learn more.
Heritage Museums & Gardens, 67 Grove St, Sandwich, MA 02563, USA
Did you know that there is an air and space museum on the Cape? Here's your chance to find out how the Bay State contributed to the industry and try your hand at a flight simulator. This is quite a hidden gem attraction in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Air & Space Museum, 438 Main St, Hyannis, MA 02601, USA
A road trip along the Cape wouldn't be complete without a stop at the Whydah Pirate Museum. As the only authenticated pirate shipwreck in the world, the Whydah was discovered off the coast of Wellfleet by explorer Barry Clifford in 1984. Numerous items have been recovered from the shipwreck over the years and many are on display at this unique must-visit museum.
Whydah Pirate Museum, 674 MA-28, West Yarmouth, MA 02673, USA
Whether it's hiking, swimming, or camping you're after, Nickerson State Park has it all! This 1900-acre park has bike paths, hiking trails, kettle ponds, and campgrounds throughout. And it's absolutely beautiful here as well.
Open seasonally, Chatham Pier Fish Market is the place to go for lobster rolls. Honestly, this place makes some of the best in the state! Furthermore, you can walk up onto the deck overlooking the fishing boats and watch the fishermen unload their boats with the daily haul. You'll also get to see seals hanging out by the boats just waiting to get some seafood scraps thrown to them. It's quite entertaining!
Chatham Pier Fish Market, 45 Barcliff Ave, Chatham, MA 02633, USA
There's just something so magical about Rock Harbor Marsh. Time your visit for low tide and you can walk out on the sand for nearly a mile. But time your visit just before dusk and you may be able to see one of the best sunsets of your life.
Rock Harbor Marsh, Orleans, MA 02653, USA
One of the most beautiful beaches on Cape Cod has to be Marconi Beach in Wellfleet. It's part of the Cape Cod National Seashore and, with its towering sand dunes, it's absolutely picturesque. Oftentimes, you can see seals swimming yards away from the shore.
Marconi Beach, Wellfleet, MA 02667, USA
If you love chocolate then you must make a stop at Chequessett Chocolate in North Truro. Here you can grab a coffee, gifts, pastries, and of course, hand-crafted chocolate! Visit the Chequessett Chocolate website for more information.
Chequessett Chocolate, 8 Highland Rd, North Truro, MA 02652, USA
There's no place quite like Provincetown and there's no street quite like Commercial Street. Along the street, you can pursue boutiques and galleries, dine at both historic and trendy locales, enjoy local entertainment, and take in beach and water views.
Commercial Street, Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657, USA
Some of the places on this list of the best stops from Bournce to Provincetown are seasonal. So, check the websites or call the places before you head out. What are some of your favorite places on the Cape? Let us know in the comments!
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