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Heading to Cape Cod is always an exciting experience. This is especially true when you know you have time to check out all of the must-see Cape Cod attractions for families along the way! Cape Cod is a destination that promises to be as scenic and charming as it is inviting. It’s not uncommon for a first-time visit to turn into an annual pilgrimage year after year by visitors who become enthralled with the cape! The following five stops are those that you’ll want to be sure to make time for while you’re in the area and are likely to have you lingering longer than you planned.
Cape Cod Historical Sites: Heritage Museums and Gardens
Cape Cod offers up a variety of exciting stops and Cape Cod attractions for families to explore and check out which can make it hard to narrow down the list to a few must-see destinations. That said, a trip this way wouldn’t quite be complete without some quality time spent at the Heritage Museums and Gardens. Located at 67 Grove Street in Sandwich, Heritage Museums and Gardens is a collection of impressive landscaping, flower beds, and museums that can keep visitors entertained and engaged for hours at a time! While the outdoor adventure is sure to please, the museums that make up this attraction are just as thrilling. While you’re here, take time to explore the museum dedicated to both classic cars and American folk art. Before you leave, you’ll want to be sure to check out the functioning carousel which dates back to 1919!
Cape Cod Rail Trail
Cape Cod is made up of so many different towns that each host their own unique ambiance and are worth experiencing. Anytime you can find an activity to enjoy that exposes you to a variety of these destinations, you know you’re on the right track. That’s exactly what you’ll find when you hit up the Cape Cod Rail Trail while you’re here. This impressive 22-mile paved pathway can be biked, walked, jogged but however you approach it, the beauty lies in the fact that the route takes you through Yarmouth, Harwich, Dennis, Orleans, Brewster, Eastham, and Wellfleet too! The Cape Cod Rail Trail connects to a variety of other local bike trails to explore if you’re up for the challenge, but it’s also an exceptionally scenic route worth having your camera on hand for too.
Race Point Beach
There are many beaches to enjoy during a visit to Cape Cod, but if you’re looking for a scenic and inviting stretch of shoreline to enjoy that encompasses that quintessential Cape Cod vibe, Race Point Beach is it. Located in Provincetown, Race Point Beach pairs soft sand with a rugged coastal landscape that offers up the views many visitors are craving. Here it’s entirely possible to catch a glimpse of a passing whale, seal, or sea lion depending on what time of year you’re visiting! Options to bike the beach trails, settle into the sand or keep your eyes peeled for wildlife make it a place where it’s easy to customize a day under the sun.
Cape Cod Museum of Art
For all there is to see and explore on Cape Cod, it’s a destination that also offers up an abundance of potential in the way of artistic inspiration. For a comprehensive look at local and big-name works, head over to the Cape Cod Museum of Art while you’re in town. This oasis of creativity is found at 60 Hope Lane in Dennis and is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm and Sundays between noon and 4:00 pm. Paintings, photography, and mixed medium works of art are all on display for guest enjoyment. During the summer months, the museum also regularly hosts live musical performances for visitors to enjoy. While the museum hosts a permanent collection of art, it also welcomes rotating exhibits making every stop a new experience.
Monomoy Point Lighthouse
For many Cape Cod visitors, lighthouses have long been the unofficial symbol of the area. Visiting them is a must when you’re on the cape but you may not have time to see every last one. If you have to narrow down the list, Monomoy Point Lighthouse is a good one to start with! Easy to identify thanks to its vibrant red façade, the lighthouse dates back to 1849 and sits on the southern end of Monomoy Island. Reaching 40 feet into the sky, the Monomoy Point Lighthouse is a great place to grab an iconic Cape Cod photo and learn more about the important role these beacons of light have long played along the eastern coast. This is definitely one of the most famous of all Cape Cod historical sites.
Enjoy Your Cape Cod Adventure
When you’re ready to have a Cape Cod adventure, there’s no reason to wait. Reach out to New England Vacation Rentals today to learn more about our property options and to begin planning your trip. We can’t wait to see you on Cape Cod soon! Also, be sure to check out our pet-friendly vacation rentals today.