Barnstable County Travel Guide

Massachusetts

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A coastal town with a prominent clock tower, sandy beach, and a variety of residential buildings.
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A coastal town with a prominent tower, sandy beach, and calm waters.

Popular cities in Barnstable County

Provincetown
Known for Beaches, Biking and Seafood

Reasons to visit

  • Commercial Street
  • MacMillan Pier
  • Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum
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Chatham
Known for Beaches, Seafood and Sea

Reasons to visit

  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach
  • Chatham Fish Pier
  • Chatham Lighthouse
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Falmouth
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Wineries

Reasons to visit

  • Falmouth Heights Beach
  • Shining Sea Bikeway
  • Surf Drive Beach
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Hyannis
Known for Dining, Shopping and Ferries and boats

Reasons to visit

  • Hyannis Harbor
  • Main Street Hyannis
  • Kalmus Beach
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Eastham
Known for Beaches, Seafood and Biking

Reasons to visit

  • Nauset Lighthouse
  • Salt Pond Visitor Center
  • The Three Sisters Lighthouses
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South Yarmouth
Known for Beaches, Sea and Family-friendly

Reasons to visit

  • Thachers Beach
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Stay near popular Barnstable County attractions

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Cape Cod National Seashore

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Covering over miles of shoreline around Cape Cod, this national park offers endless things to see and do regardless of the season.
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