Falmouth and Vicinity
Best Things to Do
Spohr Gardens - explore a lovely private garden on the water.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute - The world’s premier independent organization
dedicated to ocean research, exploration and education.
Shining Sea Bike Path - Fabulous 7 miles of paved path running from Woods Hole to North
Falmouth along the sea, in the woods and through the marshes.
Steamship Authority Ferry to Martha’s Vineyard from Woods Hole.
Highfield Hall & Gardens - beautiful gardens and wonderful exhibitions.
Nobska Point Lighthouse built in 1876 and picture perfect with views across the sea to
Martha’s Vineyard. Check out their website for tours and tickets.
Boat Charters and Schooners for private charter or daily excursions.
Whale Watch Cruises - out of Hyannis, Plymouth, Chatham, and Provincetown.
Historic Sandwich - oldest town on Cape Cod with beautiful beaches, distinctive glassware
and a great boardwalk.
Heritage Plantation (in Sandwich) with gorgeous gardens, splendid walking paths,
spectacular vintage cars, outdoor sculptures, a wonderful art gallery, and a carousel.
Cape Cod Winery - family run with a variety of events on their calendar.
Old Silver Beach - in North Falmouth - very picturesque sandy beach with clear shimmering
water. Go early to get a parking space.
Chapoquoit Beach - sweeping Buzzard Bay views just north of us, with fine white sand great for
castle building, shallow water and a sandbar at low tide.
Wood Neck Beach - a half mile away - with a lagoon side (warm marsh waters) and an ocean
side, this is a wonderful beach for small children.
Museums on the Green - run by the Falmouth Historical society, there are many interesting
tours offered throughout the year.
And finally, 68 miles of Falmouth coastline!!!! See as much of it as you can while here!!
Shops & Culture
Eight Cousins Book Store - story time for children
Museums on the Green
Osborn & Rough Gallery
Maison Villatte (Main Street) - wonderful French bakery
Falmouth Art Center (Gifford Street)