How long is the Cape Cod: Sandwich to Provincetown route?

This route takes 9 days taking in 6 stops.

Where does this route start and end?

The route runs from Sandwich, Massachusetts to Provincetown, Massachusetts in Massachusetts, United States.

When is the best time to travel this route?

The best time to travel this route is May to October: book ahead in summer.

How active is this route?

Activity level: Easy-going. Easy-going and accessible for most fitness levels.

What transport do I need for this route?

Any self-driven vehicle works well for this route.

What budget do I need for this route?

Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.

What type of accommodation suits this route?

Mixed accommodation works well along this route.

What is the pace of this trip?

Relaxed — plenty of time to linger at each stop.

What type of trip is this?

This route is well-suited to: Coastal, Beach, Scenic, Food & drink, Classic road trip.

Cape Cod: Sandwich to Provincetown

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The route · 6 stops

1
Sandwich
1 night
The Cape's oldest town and the natural gateway just over the Sagamore Bridge. Spend a half day on the boardwalk across the salt marsh, the Sandwich Glass Museum and Heritage Museums and Gardens, then pick up Route 6A, the scenic Old King's Highway, to start east in style.
The Cape's oldest town and the natural gateway just over the Sagamore Bridge. Spend a half day on the boardwalk across the salt marsh, the Sandwich Glass Museum and Heritage Museums and Gardens, then pick up Route 6A, the scenic Old King's Highway, to start east in style.
Cross the Sagamore Bridge before late morning in summer. Route 6A is slower and far prettier than the Mid-Cape Highway.
2
Falmouth & Woods Hole
1 night28m · 33 km from previous
A short hop to the south-west corner. Falmouth has a lively Main Street and the flat Shining Sea Bikeway running out to Woods Hole, the oceanographic village where ferries leave for Martha's Vineyard. Nobska Lighthouse has one of the best sea views on the Upper Cape.
A short hop to the south-west corner. Falmouth has a lively Main Street and the flat Shining Sea Bikeway running out to Woods Hole, the oceanographic village where ferries leave for Martha's Vineyard. Nobska Lighthouse has one of the best sea views on the Upper Cape.
Park in Falmouth and cycle the Shining Sea Bikeway to Woods Hole; harbour parking is very limited in summer.
3
Hyannis
2 nights33m · 39 km from previous
The Mid-Cape hub and the busiest town on the peninsula. Use two nights for island ferries to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and the Cape Cod Maritime Museum, with easy family swimming at Kalmus and Craigville beaches.
The Mid-Cape hub and the busiest town on the peninsula. Use two nights for island ferries to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and the Cape Cod Maritime Museum, with easy family swimming at Kalmus and Craigville beaches.
Book island ferries ahead in summer and arrive early. The Hyannis lots fill fast on fine mornings.
4
Chatham
2 nights29m · 35 km from previous
The Cape's elbow and the prettiest Lower Cape base. Watch grey seals from the fish pier, climb to Chatham Lighthouse, browse the boutique Main Street and take a boat to the barrier beaches or Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. Two nights lets you slow right down.
The Cape's elbow and the prettiest Lower Cape base. Watch grey seals from the fish pier, climb to Chatham Lighthouse, browse the boutique Main Street and take a boat to the barrier beaches or Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. Two nights lets you slow right down.
Seals draw great white sharks offshore. Swim only at lifeguarded beaches and obey purple flag warnings.
5
Eastham & Cape Cod National Seashore
1 night18m · 21 km from previous
Where the Outer Cape and the protected national seashore begin. Start at the Salt Pond Visitor Center, then walk the wild dunes of Coast Guard Beach and Nauset Light. Wellfleet, just up the road, is famous for oysters and small galleries.
Where the Outer Cape and the protected national seashore begin. Start at the Salt Pond Visitor Center, then walk the wild dunes of Coast Guard Beach and Nauset Light. Wellfleet, just up the road, is famous for oysters and small galleries.
Buy a national seashore beach pass and arrive early. The Coast Guard Beach lot closes once it fills.
6
Provincetown
2 nights33m · 40 km from previous
The vibrant town at the very tip, reached through the rolling Province Lands dunes. Climb the Pilgrim Monument, wander Commercial Street's galleries and seafood, and take a whale-watching boat to Stellwagen Bank, where sightings often come soon after leaving port. Race Point and Herring Cove close the trip.
The vibrant town at the very tip, reached through the rolling Province Lands dunes. Climb the Pilgrim Monument, wander Commercial Street's galleries and seafood, and take a whale-watching boat to Stellwagen Bank, where sightings often come soon after leaving port. Race Point and Herring Cove close the trip.
Whales feed at Stellwagen Bank from spring to autumn. Book a morning tour for the calmest seas.

Cape Cod: Sandwich to Provincetown

The route · 6 stops

Sandwich

Falmouth & Woods Hole

Hyannis

Chatham

Eastham & Cape Cod National Seashore

Provincetown

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Cape Cod: Sandwich to Provincetown

The route · 6 stops

Sandwich

Falmouth & Woods Hole

Hyannis

Chatham

Eastham & Cape Cod National Seashore

Provincetown

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