This postcard-perfect region in the southeast corner of Massachusetts captures the essence of Americana. Discover the best of what to see, eat and do during a trip to these charming locations.
Taking a bite out of a hefty lobster roll, picking seashells along powdery beaches and watching fireworks — nostalgic memories for many Americans who spent their summer vacations visiting these quintessential locations. Steeped in history, Cape Cod was the site where thePilgrims first docked in 1620 and has been the preferred summer retreat for many American presidents.
The oldest town on Cape Cod is Sandwich, settled in 1637. Its historic district features the still-working Dexter Grist Mill, as well as the Hoxie House, one of the oldest surviving houses in Massachusetts. Nature enthusiasts can wander through the 700-acre Shawme-Crowell State Forest, which has 15 miles of hiking trails surrounded by pitch pine and scrub oak.
In Mid Cape, Hyannis is the main departure point for ferries to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Here, visitors can learn about the 35th president’s connection to Cape Cod at theAn aerial view of Nauset Beach on Cape Cod, a popular holiday spot for visitors. The beach stretches from Nauset Bay in the north to the mouth of Chatham Harbor. Martha’s Vineyard is a storybook time capsule of small-town charm, regal Gothic Revival homes, cheerful ice cream shops, rolling hills and pristine coastlines.
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