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Introduction to Cape Cod Famous for its rolling sand dunes, pristine beaches, quaint New England villages, and historic lighthouses (not to mention fresh lobsters, clams, and oysters), Cape Cod is a hook-shaped peninsula that juts approximately 70 miles into the Atlantic Ocean from the New England state of Massachusetts. The pilgrims first landed on the tip of Cape Cod in 1620 before deciding to settle across the bay in Plymouth. Its oldest town, Sandwich, was incorporated in 1639. Linked to the mainland by
When to Go to Cape Cod Although many plan to visit in the summer months, Cape Cod is much more than a summer vacation destination. For those searching for relaxing days of swimming, sunbathing, sand castles, and ice cream cones, summer is indeed a wonderful (and the most popular) time visit. Many, however, prefer the slower pace and cooler weather of spring and fall to explore the Cape’s plentiful hiking and bike trails, art galleries, shops, and museums, and to take long walks on un-crowded beaches. Some e
How to Get Around Cape Cod There are many ways of traveling to and around Cape Cod (without being caught up in the Cape’s notorious summer traffic and daunting traffic rotaries). The closest airports serviced by major airlines are Boston’s Logan Airport and T.F. Green Airport in Providence, Rhode Island. Both are approximately 75 miles from the Cape. Connecting flights on the regional airline Cape Air can take you from Boston or Providence directly to the Cape Cod towns of Barnstable (HYA Hyannis) or Provin