Provincetown, Cape Cod
A vacation to Cape Cod, MA is about simple pleasures. From greeting wild whales, 
shopping along Commercial Street and even exploring sand dunes, you will find plenty to keep a grin on your face. The natural beauty of the 400-square-mile peninsula attracts travelers eager to explore and also relax. Provincetown is one of Cape Cod’s 15 towns located on the very tip of the 75-mile long Cape Cod peninsula, about 75 miles southeast of Boston.
Whale Watching Tours
Head out to sea with Dolphin Fleet Adventures to see these massive mammals up close.
Dolphin Fleet Guarantees Whale Sightings or a Return Ticket will be Issued
Rarely do passengers come out without spotting any whales. In case that does happen, passengers receive a ticket for a future trip.There was no chance of return tickets on our boat. Each time a whale came up for air, excitement rumbled.
Every seat was vacant as people grabbed spots along the rails. Cameras flashed
Here’s a Tip: Watch for a green tint to surface and a whale is likely to follow!
incessantly and adults became more excited than the kids on board. I watched with locked eyes balancing in the center of the boat waiting to see if I should run port side or starboard side. After capturing photos it was an especially incredible feeling to stand back and only watch.
Dolphin Fleet stands out as the first company to compile research during tours. While we are all oohing and ahhing as whales breach and spout, crews are photographing and studying the whales for educational purposes. Naturalists on board each cruise give backgrounds on whale
species along with interesting facts. Our naturalist, Nancy Scaglione-Peck, always had a
Elise Clement & Catch Carri Take the Seas! Whale Done!
special instinct of knowing when a whale was about to surface. Lucky for us- she shared her insider tip. Turns out the water surrounding the whale turns a greenish color before they pop up for some fresh oxygen.
Many daily departures through mid-October
Make sure to bring a jacket and sturdy shoes to walk around the boat!
An interview with naturalist Nancy Scaglione-Peck
Art’s Dune Tours
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Provincetown’s Outback is ready for you to leave a fresh footprint. The only way to see the
Explore the Province Lands Outback with Arts Dune Tour
dunes is with a trusted company like Art’s Dune Tours. The lands are protected as part of the Cape Cod National Seashore but this 66-year old family-run business was grandfathered in when the National Seashore was founded back in 1962. Guides will traverse the rolling sand roads in a sturdy Suburban all the way into the Province Lands.
You will learn about famous artists and writers who came to stay and be inspired in the renowned so-called “dune shacks.” The entire dunes district was placed onto the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 for preservation. 
Take advantage of the chance to hop out the vehicle and walk along the 5,000 year old dunescape. The current owner’s father, Art Costa, started taking crowds out in his ’46 Ford Woody. “I love taking groups out because there is [something] for everyone. It could be history, emotions, beauty or inspiration,” says current owner Rob Costa.
You can choose between a one-hour tour or stretch the time and hop on a two hour sunset tour. The longer tour allows you to soak up the sights even longer as you watch the sunset sink into Atlantic Ocean. You can also add a dinner option with a clambake or BBQ. Now that’s ocean front dining at its finest.
Survey the Art Scene
Talented Artists Line Line Macmillan Wharf
If you come to Provincetown for art alone you will be completely satisfied. From museums to shops and galleries, there is plenty to keep your art senses engaged. A less discovered point to reach artists first hand is Macmillan Wharf. Art shacks are filled with original creations created by inspired artists from around the world. There is no stuffy art gallery feel but instead open air rolling along the coast and artists greeting you.
I met one artist who specializes in wood burning art. Grabbing many of her inspirations from Cape Cod, nautical-themed creations are plentiful. Affirmations she found helpful in landing her dream as an artist are burned onto old washed up wooden boards. I walked away with a stick that reads “Working on a Dream.”
To learn more about this artist visit: Catch Carri’s You Tube Channel
Walk along the Calming Breakwater
After skipping across stones along the 1.2-mile Breakwater you will end up at Long Point. Across the Provincetown harbor, one finds the most secluded beaches and the
Walk the Calming Breakwater
magnificent Long Point Lighthouse. The rocks are not evenly laid so make sure to lace up sturdy shoes.
Also, check the tide schedule before crossing the breakwater because from time to time the harbor’s water rises above the rock passage. The Breakwater is located in the far west end of town near the Pilgrim’s Memorial at Commercial Street and Route 6.
Explore the Province Lands Bike Trail on Two Wheels
The smoothly-paved and well-marked bike trails at the Cape Cod National Seashore run through the dunes and past beaches at the very tip of Cape Cod. Race Point Beach is a
Gale Force Bikes will Outfit your for the Trails
local favorite. You will find a lighthouse and stunning beaches for sunning, swimming and picknicking. It took us about two hours to complete an eight mile loop from Gale Force Bikes to Race Point Beach where we were sprinkled with a little sun.
Gale Force Bikes is the closest bike rental shop to the Province Lands Bike Trail. This one-stop shop rents and sells bikes and cycling equipment. Choose from hybrids, mountain bikes, beach cruisers and even road bikes. The deli also offers a chance to grab a last-minute lunch to enjoy on the beach. Don’t forget to grab a map!
Post Office
Historic Lock and Key Post Office Boxes in Provincetown
With beaches and art shops calling it’s easy to walk by a town’s post office without thinking twice. If you are in Provincetown it’s worth a look. Inside you will find historic lock and key combinations on the boxes.
Provincetown Post Office is located at 219 Commercial Street
Sky High Views from the Pilgrim Monument
Take In Sky High Views from the 252-foot Pilgrim Monument
It’s often forgotten that Provincetown was the original landing place of Pilgrims in November 1620. A 252-foot granite tower known as the Pilgrim commemorates the Pilgrim’s first landing in the New World at Provincetown. Climb the 116 steps to the top and you will be rewarded with impressive panoramic views of land and sea.
At the base is the Provincetown Museum where you will find local artifacts tracing the history of the town. You can’t miss the giant whale jawbone found by a sea captain on a whaling adventure.
