- Our list of the best things to do in Orleans, Massachusetts, features the top 269 nearby activities — including 150 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Orleans, 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 19 things to do within the city of Orleans, MA , followed by 250 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hyannis, Provincetown, Barnstable, Brewster, Wellfleet, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Truro, South Yarmouth, Harwich Port, West Yarmouth, Dennis Port and Sandwich
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Take a hike along the trails of Beech Forest. This one-mile hike is complete with some challenging hills and panoramic views of the ocean. Bikes and roller blades are allowed.
22.5 Miles
Picturesque views are enjoyed by visitors of Race Point Lighthouse. Free tours are offered the first and third Saturdays from June until October. Guests can commemorate the visit with a souvenir from the gift shop.
22.6 Miles
Built in 1897, the Old Harbor Lifesaving Station is maintained as part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. In summer, the site holds reenactments of breeches buoy rescues on the grounds once a week.
22.6 Miles
Located roughly one mile from the Provincetown center, the Province Lands Visitor Center is open daily from Memorial Day through the end of October. Exhibits about local animals and plants along with displays about the Pilgrims are featured at the site, and there is an observation deck.
22.6 Miles
Situated on a peninsula, Dowses Beach offers visitors an wide expanse of white sand to enjoy the ocean views from. Visitors can spend a day lounging in the sun, swimming, and fishing in the ocean.
23.1 Miles
The bulk of Burgess Park is dedicated toward an 18-hole disc golf course. The course itself is made mostly for adults since there are long distances between the holes and visitors are required to bring their own discs.
23.3 Miles
Cape Cod Foodie Tours leads walking tours of the coastal village of Hyannis, with a focus on the many independently-owned restaurants and the historical sights along the way. Visitors will walk off the calories as they sample local foods.
23.4 Miles
RideAway Kayak is a local tour company which organizes guides kayak trips on Cape Cod. Their fleet comprises of a variety of kayaks to suit beginners and experts both.
24.5 Miles
Built in 1641, the Wing Fort House was the home of Stephen Wing, an early settler of Sandwich. Maintained by the Wing Family of America, the house is open to the public.