Location: Hyannis
Top Things to do in Hyannis
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Hyannis /ˌhaɪˈænɪs/ is the largest of the seven villages in the town of Barnstable, Massachusetts, in the United States. It is the commercial and transportation hub of Cape Cod and was designated an urban area as of the 1990 census. Because of this, many refer to Hyannis as the "Capital of the Cape". It contains a majority of the Barnstable Town offices and two important shopping districts: the historic downtown Main Street and the Route 132 Commercial District, including Cape Cod Mall and Independence Park, headquarters of Cape Cod Potato Chips. Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis is the largest on Cape Cod.
Restaurants in Hyannis
1. Pirate Adventures Hyannis
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 156 reviews
Pirate Adventures is an interactive voyage on the Sea Gypsy that's fun for kids and parents alike. After face painting, dress-up, and tattoos, our new "crew" members embark on an action packed treasure hunt around the waters of Lewis Bay. Along with the regular pirate crew they search for clues, find secret messages, fight a swashbuckling water battle, and end the trip with "timber-shivering" music and revelry. Come join the fun! For reservations call 508-394-9100.After this trip your kids will be singing..."it's a pirates life for me"!
2. Bay Spirit Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 377 reviews
The Bay Spirit is a 64' Coast Guard approved motor catamaran. Bay Spirit Tours offers a 75 minute guided tour of The Hyannis Harbor, local lighthouses and Kennedy Compound daily from mid May to mid October. Every evening they have a 1 hour sunset cruise to watch it set over Hyannis Port. Look or ask for special events including wine cruises, sunset cruises with live music and more. The boat is also available for private charters such as family reunions, bachelorette partys, ash scatterings and more.
3. Kalmus Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 394 reviews
Its convenient location makes Kalmus one of the Hyannis area's most popular beaches.
Reviewed By Cwhite472
My 8yr old and 4 1/2yr old loved this beach. Clean, beautiful and quiet. Lots of seashells and plenty of space to walk around and distance yourself from other visitors. People around were very friendly
4. Hy-Line Cruises - High Speed Ferry Service
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4.5 based on 415 reviews
High-speed ferry service to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard; the only mid-Cape departure point to both islands. Hyannisport Harbor Cruises past the Kennedy Compound, Deep-Sea Fishing and Cape Cod Canal Cruises.
5. The Steamship Authority
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 404 reviews
The Steamship Authority is the largest ferry service to the Island of Nantucket from Cape Cod. We offer the lowest fares and the most frequent daily departures for passengers, automobiles and trucks. Our ferries to Nantucket depart from the iconic Hyannis Harbor. Please note, we offer limited premium on-site parking as well as off-site parking with free shuttle service. Check our mobile site for current parking and trip status. Our seasonal high-speed passenger-only ferry, the M/V Iyanough, gets you to Nantucket - dock-to-dock - in just an hour. Enjoy great savings with our special $50 same-day, round-trip, available Monday - Thursday, April - December. For a perfect day trip Nantucket makes wonderful destinations - with magnificent beaches, charming scenery and fabulous shopping and dining.
Reviewed By barryn680 - Coventry, United States
a great way to get to the Island of Nantucket which is a great day trip or a place to spend some great vacation days. We mostly spend about a week or ten days here. a great beach is available and the town itself is a true gem. The small restaurants are very nice and so are the large ones, however the large ones tend to be a bit expensive and I like the felling I get in the smaller ones plus saving money also. The small places to stay on the Island are very nice and clean and the owners are for the most part very proud of there places.The shops are varied and it is fun sometimes just to kind of window shop and pick up some small things for friends and family. The steamship is a nice,fast,clean way to go and the price is not bad. If you bike take one.If they take cars when you go over for more than a day take it. If not you will pay dearly for a rent a car service. I say this due to it was long ago I made my first trip over and someone said You do not need a car as it is a small Island,Oh,did I find out.Rented a car and left a brand new Caddy in a parking lot on the mainland. Bad move folks. This is personal advise,take it or leave it. that is an old saying but the correct part is Take it.do not leave it.so we visit and take it for the long time stays. short stay of a day or even two you can get around ok or hire a cab or bus like vehicle. Have a great time. It is an outstanding place to visit.
6. Veterans Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By FrankF2713
Great place to pull up a beach chair and watch the ferries and fishing boats come in and out of the harbor. Beautiful memorial
7. John F. Kennedy Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 653 reviews
Reviewed By Fossils86 - Arlington, United States
This park is beautiful overlooking the veterans beach. There is big place for bbq parties and we saw a lot of people having birthday parties for their kids. There are restroom and showers to rinse after going to the beach. A lot of parking space as well.
8. Kid's Fishing
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4.0 based on 13 reviews
A 90 minute fishing adventure in protected waters of Lewis Bay on an former military amphibious vehicle. Geared for kids of all ages!
9. Main Street Hyannis
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4.0 based on 1,138 reviews
Reviewed By Slick5276 - Salisbury, United States
Beautiful little town that has been an important part of Cape Cod life for many years. Lots of shops and restaurants to enjoy.
10. Wackenhammer's Clockwork Arcade
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 43 reviews
Classic and Steampunk arcade games in a pay-once, play all day museum. Discover new games and get expert at your favorites. Antique Carousel, family performances, summer family fun.
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