- Our list of the best things to do in Barnstable, Massachusetts, features the top 376 nearby activities — including 192 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Barnstable, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Water Activities.
- The results below include the top 24 things to do within the city of Barnstable, MA , followed by 351 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hyannis, Oak Bluffs, Brewster, Wellfleet, Chatham, Dennis, Edgartown, Sandwich, Eastham, Orleans, Vineyard Haven, Harwich, Provincetown, Woods Hole, Mashpee, South Yarmouth, Truro, Harwich Port, Wareham, West Yarmouth, Plymouth and Dennis Port
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A part of the Cape Cod National Seashore on the side which overlooks the Atlantic ocean, Race Point Beach is a vast stretch of golden sand that is famous for the intense rip tides and surfing opportunities.
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Experience Cape Cod whale watching and fishing with SeaSalt Charters, where seasoned captains are sure to find the picture worthy humpback whales or giant striped bass for the catch. The location in Cape Cod is notable as the home of the famous humpback whale, Salt.
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Although the interior is not open for tours, Wood End Lighthouse is an interesting place to see. Requiring a one mile or so walk to the lighthouse, its surroundings are scenic providing memorable views of nature and wildlife.
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Get a history lesson at Jabez Howland House. This historic landmark was built in 1667 and purchased by the son of Mayflower passengers. The museum, decorated in period furnishings, is open Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Tours are available.
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A local historic cemetery, Burial Hill is believed to be one of the oldest burial sites in the country with many graves dating as far back as 17th-century. It is situated on the top of a hill an provides sweeping views of the harbor and the Plymouth Beach.
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Jenney House Museum, which operated as the Jenney Grist Mill before, functions as a mueseum and features a wide range of exhibits about the history of John Lenney who set up the mill in 1636, as well as a variety of other historical artifacts.
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Beachgoers of all ages would enjoy a visit to Lambert's Cove Beach. Take a quiet stroll while listening to the calming waters, or build sandcastles for a memorable family day.
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Plymouth Rock marks the site where the passengers of Mayflower, who later founded Plymouth Colony, first touched the land of the New World. The rock itself, with the date 1620 etched on it, is surrounded by protective pillars and available for public viewing.
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Led by paranormal investigators, Dead of Night Ghost Tours offers a variety of tours focused on Plymouth's history and lore. Tours include a daytime historic tour, a lantern-lit ghost tour, and a scavenger hunt tour.
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The Mayflower Society House & Library is located just around the corner from Plymouth Rock in a historic dwelling from the 18th century. It features a small museum dedicated to the pilgrims and serves as the headquarters for the General Society of Mayflower Descendants.