Provincetown/Cape Cod Things to Do

There is no shortage of fun things to do when you pay a visit to Provincetown, Massachusetts on incomparable Cape Cod. Catch a first-rate play at the historic Provincetown Theatre. Explore a diverse ecosystem at the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Learn more about these and other attractions in the top ten list below.

Provincetown Art Association and Museum -  

The Provincetown Art Association and Museum is at the heart of culture on Cape Cod. Exhibits feature both local artists from the past (Phil Roeber) and present (Bob Bailey). www.paam.org
  

Pet Services in Provincetown - KC Kennels -

www.kcskennelprovincetown.com for all your pets needs while in Provincetown - Grooming, playtime, boarding - daycare visit the website for information and contact.

Provincetown Theatre -

Compelling dramas along with history abound at the Provincetown Theatre. Renowned American playwright Eugene O'Neill was one of the founders of the original Provincetown Players in 1916. Today, the New Provincetown Players astound audiences with their refined stagecraft. www.newprovincetownplayers.org

Pilgrim Monument -

Reaching a height of 252 feet, Pilgrim Monument has been compared to the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben. Built to honor the arrival of the pilgrims from Europe aboard the Mayflower, the monument features a fascinating history museum. www.pilgrim-monument.org

Whydah Museum -

Fans of pirate ships and buried treasure will be drawn to the Whydah Museum. During the 1980s, the remains of a pirate ship (the Whydah) were discovered off the shores of Cape Cod. The museum is dedicated to recovering the ship's treasure and studying the culture of pirates. www.whydah.com

Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary -

Explore a diverse ecosystem through five miles of hiking trails at the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Highlights include the hummingbird and butterfly garden. Birders will be rewarded with song and shore bird sightings. www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Wellfleet/index.php

Truro Vineyards -

Wine lovers will fall head over heels for Truro Vineyards. Savor everything from tasting maritime wine to browsing in the gift shop to getting an education on the cultivation of grapes. A refurbished 1830s farm setting will not go unnoticed. www.trurovineyardsofcapecod.com

Race Point Lighthouse -

Since the early 1800s, Race Point Lighthouse has been helping sailing vessels navigate Cape Cod Bay. Located at the northernmost section of Cape Cod, the lighthouse is open to visitors during the summer. A gift shop features all types of T-shirts and collectibles. www.racepointlighthouse.net

Cape Cod National Seashore -

Stretching from Provincetown to Chatham, the Cape Cod National Seashore serves up many cool things to see and do. Enjoy everything from guided ranger tours to biking along scenic trails to taking a stroll on the beach. www.nps.gov/caco