Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Things to Do in Cape Cod, Massachusetts

• Kayaking/Paddleboarding –
  Experience the Bass River on your own kayak or paddleboard. Don’t worry though, even if you are a first-timer, you’ll have a life jacket. Bass River Kayaks, Cruises and Paddleboards will give you a water proof map and inform you about the tides, even give you a brief lesson. They also offer boat river cruises for those who would rather relax and enjoy the view.
• Boat Ride –
  In Plymouth there are boat cruises to witness some gorgeous views and watch the sea life. Captain John Boats is known for running into whales on their four-hour rides. There is also Pilgrim Belle, which offers harbor cruises daily.  Their sunset cruise is often a favorite and they offer brunch or dinner cruises to dine with a view! Love boats, but sick of tours? Check out the Mayflower II, a replica of the ship the Pilgrims sailed to the new world on.
• Fishing –
  Take the youngsters fishing by visiting Cap’n Kids Fishing Adventures. Cap’n Kid offers two-hour trips specially geared towards working with kids, where they’ll teach them how to fish by rod and reel, pull a lobster trap and bait a crab trap. They also have a traditional four-hour charter fishing boat trip.
• Baseball – 
  Our destination is only a little over an hour away from Boston, the home of the Red Sox. Stop by and see a game at the world renowned Fenway Park. You’ll get to see the 37-foot tall “Green Monster” and chow down on some peanuts and crackerjacks. For more information on Fenway Park, read our article to start planning the perfect baseball road trip on our Sundance Vacations Blog!
• Fine Arts –
  The Museum of Fine Arts Boston has special exhibits, such as the Japanese Buddhist Temple Room. Certain exhibitions are only up for a while so make sure you check out their website to see what’s new before you visit! There’s art from all over America, Europe, Asia, Africa and more in their collection. It’s an artist’s paradise!
• Boston – 
  As stated above, our property is only an hour or so away from Boston, a town with a rich history and sense of culture.  Vacationers can check out some of the delicious fare, visit local hot spots and historical sites or even take the Samuel Adams Brewery Tour!

Restaurants

1. Good Friends Cafe
2. Kream n’ Kone
3. Bass River Burrito & Fish Co.
4. KKatie’s Burger Bar
5. Rock Bottom Seafood
6. The New World Tavern
7. Sam LaGrassa’s
8. Mario’s Restaurant
9. Italian Express Pizzeria
10. James Hook & Company

What To Pack

Massachusetts is a great place to take part in outdoor activities, many of which may involve water, so pack accordingly! Include some water shoes, sandals and some clothing for cool and warm weather; it can get chilly when you’re damp. If you plan on visiting Boston, it might be wise to bring one or two nicer outfits for going out. For what to wear, it really depends on the time of the year you visit. Scroll up to see weather averages during the month you’re coming! Many travelers suggest bringing sunblock no matter what time of the year you visit. For more packing tricks, watch our Sundance Vacations Packing Tips video.

Transport

In the city of Boston some people will rent bikes to get around for the day. If you’d rather a vehicle, you could take the bus, rail, boat, plane, or just simply a car. For more information on transportation in Massachusetts, visit MassDot. Furthermore, check out this article on our Sundance Vacations Blog for some tips on how you could save money on a rental car if that’s what you’re considering doing.

Special Events

• February- Boston Wine Expo
• March- Boston St Patrick’s Day Parade
• April- Boston Marathon, Earth Day
• May- Asparagus & Flower Heritage Festival, May Day Celebration & Puppet Show at the Arts Center
• June- Boston Gay Pride, Boston Dragon Boat Festival, Provincetown Portuguese Festival
• July- Boston Harborfest, Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, Barnstable County Fair
• August- Marshfield Fair, Salem Jazz and Soul Festival
• September- The Big E – Eastern States Exposition, Harpoon Oktoberfest, Working Waterfront Festival
• October- Topsfield Fair, Head of the Charles Regatta
• November- America’s Hometown Thanksgiving, Nova Scotia Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
• December- First Night Arts Celebration

Notable Navigation

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Fun Facts!

1. Boston is home to the first subway system in the United States. It was started in 1897.
2. Both volleyball and basketball were invented in Massachusetts. It is also where the first sewing machine and computer were invented. Oh and the classic pink lawn flamingo we all love? First manufactured in Leominster.
3. The first Dunkin Donuts opened here and is still opened to this day in Quincy, MA. However, only 34 of Boston’s 840+ restaurants serve fast food.
4. There is a house in Rockport that is made entirely out of newspapers.
5. The Boston University Bridge on Commonwealth Avenue is the only place on the planet where a boat can sail under a train that’s driving under a car driving under an airplane. Talk about complicated architecture.