Location: Wellfleet
Top Things to do in Wellfleet
Top 10 Free Things to do in Wellfleet, Massachusetts (MA)
Wellfleet is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States, and is located halfway between the "tip" and "elbow" of Cape Cod. The town had a population of 2,750 at the 2010 census, which swells nearly sixfold during the summer. A total of 70% of the town's land area is in protection, and nearly half of it is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Wellfleet is famous for its eponymous oysters, which are celebrated in the annual October Wellfleet OysterFest.
Restaurants in Wellfleet
1. Wellfleet Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By kateb1111 - Charlottesville, United States
Whenever I'm spending a significant amount of time in Wellfleet, the second thing I do, after getting a lobster roll at PJ's, is get a library card at the Wellfleet Library. It's right in town and has a great selection of books, CDs, and DVDs. They are happy to have summer folks get cards and use them. I've never been short of good reading material. There's also a wonderful secondhand book sale in Wellfleet in early August every year that should not be missed. Enjoy!
2. BriarLane Jams & Jellies
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
3. Uncle Tim's Bridge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Wander555899
This walk is always scenic. You can spot turtles, fish, Herons and other wildlife while crossing this beautiful foot bridge that takes you to downtown Wellfleet.
4. White Cedar Swamp
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
The site of Marconi's wireless transmission station.
Reviewed By Wander555899
An easy walk through and unusual landscape. Most of the walk is on a raised walkway through a beautiful, peaceful ecologically sensitive area. Somewhat mystical on foggy days but always beautiful.
5. Left Bank Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Established in 1971, Left Bank Gallery at 25 Commercial Street, Wellfleet, is spacious, unconfined, and tactile. A continuously rotating collection of paintings - from lyrical abstract to "plein air" realism, all with the power of engaging the viewer - are punctuated by lofty, gestural mobiles. Acting on the idea that art should be part of our living environments, owner Audrey Sherwin Parent pairs canvases and sculptures with functional ware for the home. Individual spaces are designed with handcrafted lighting, vessels and furniture.
Reviewed By Alloverthrworkd
a wide range of quality pieces. Of course representative of the Cape but that is what you want right?
6. Great Island Trail
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4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By johnkG9727LF - Malvern, United States
We did this hike a few years ago without our kids. On that visit, it was high tide and the beach appeared very rocky below the high tide line and while we liked walking on the empty windswept beach, the water was certainly not inviting. This year, we went with a larger group, 7 adults ages 21 to 55 and 3 kids ages 10-15. We were not intending to hike more than a couple of miles; we just wanted to see some different landscape and see the empty beach, not always easy to find on Cape Cod. Arriving at the beach near low tide on a beautiful sunny day, we were pleasantly surprised to see clear water and sandy bottom out past the rocky strip below the high tide line. We ended up wading, swimming, and just hanging out for over an hour. We wished we had brought more drinks, snacks, and towels but we made do with what we had. There were diagonal sandbars leading out over a hundred yards into the beautiful clear water of the bay. We saw another large group that had brought all of their beach gear including chairs, umbrellas, and coolers. It’s probably 1/2 mike from the parking area to the beach but the trail is more dirt than sand so easily travelled with a wagon, wheeled cooler, or bike. We saw folks headed down the beach for the long hike to Jeremy Point but we were very content to do just the short hike (<1 mile) to the south end of The Gut (the narrow strip of dunes and beach) and our secret beach!
7. Mayo Beach
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Nomad0921 - Wellfleet, United States
Mayo beach is a wonderful place to host the 4th of July Wellfleet 43rd annual 5 mile road race. The venue is right on Wellfleet harbor with plenty of free parking, restaurants, theater, beach and the pier within easy walking distance. The view is expansive and is perfect for families and couples.
8. Marconi Wireless Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 137 reviews
The site of the first trans-Atlantic message, transmitted by the "Father of Radio," Guglielmo Marconi.
Reviewed By Shnoogie
Marconi Wireless Station offers a chance to see where the first wireless telegraph transmission was made. A small piece of history that took place in a beautiful spot! Although not a lot remains from Marconi's day, there is a viewing platform that offers some spectacular views and some signage that provides a bit of history. This is a great place to see seals from atop the dunes as there is another lookout in this area just down the walkway from the platform viewing station. There are some picnic tables and a restroom near the parking area. The White Cedar Swamp trail is in this area as well. Worth a quick stop if you are in the area or headed to Marconi Beach.
9. Herridge Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
10. The Frying Pan Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Go803270
Recommended by Coastal Lifestyle Cape & Islands magazine, fascinating multi-media boho gallery, amazing fish metalwork by owner, paintings, handmade jewelry, belts, etc SO hard to decide on just one thing to buy! Very friendly staff happy to show and recommended a great spot for lunch as well at Bookstore! We will be back! GREAT find!
