- The list below includes 204 free or cheap things to do in or near Orleans, Massachusetts, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
- From Skaket Beach to Nauset Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Orleans and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hyannis, Dennis, Eastham and Provincetown.
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Yak Arts International is an eclectic shop located in Orleans. The shop features hand-crafted pieces from local artisans including one-of-a-kind jewelry, home goods, art pieces, sculptures, decorative items and more.
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American history is on display at French Transatlantic Cable Station Museum. Most notably, France's General Pershing communicated with the U.S. government through this cable station during World War I. Free guided tours are available.
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Located on the scenic Cape Cod Bay, Rockin Robin Fishing Charters is a business offering guided fishing trips to their customers. Visitors commonly enjoy catching the striped bass varieties while spending their day on the water.
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3 River Rd, Orleans, MA
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The original meeting house of the Universalist Church of Orleans is now the Orleans Historical Society at The Meeting House Museum. The museum includes genealogical information, photos, artwork, deeds and other items pertaining to the history of the city.
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41 S Orleans Road, Orleans, MA 02653
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The French Cable Station Museum In Orleans preserves the history of the direct undersea telegraphic cable 'Le Direct' between Orleans and Brest. A free visit includes superintendent's office, testing, repair, and cable rooms as they were in 1858.
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The Orleans Historical Society is a historical society that is in charge of taking care of the Meeting House Museum, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The society has a collection of deeds, diaries, and local artwork.
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A calm beach with warm waters, First Encounter Beach offers tide pools to explore at low tide, and warm, gentle waters at high tide ideal for swimming. The beach offers scenic views, and has a bath house.
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Fort Hill Rural Historic District is a local historic site which dates back to late 19th-century. It can be explored through a scenic walking trail which weaves through the many old homes and farms that lie within the district.
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The Crosby Mansion takes visitors back in time to a period of elegance and sophistication. The mansion has views of the Cape Cod Bay from its 60 foot viewing tower, and has features such as marble sinks and floors in the bathrooms, 15 fireplaces, and many other luxuries.
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Beautiful Nickerson State Park is located in Brewster, Massachusetts. This large, scenic space offers lush greenery, well-maintained trails, picnic spots and campsites. Campsites must be reserved and paid for in advance.