Location: Brewster
Top Things to do in Brewster
Top 10 Things to do in Brewster, Massachusetts (MA)
Brewster /ˈbruːstər/ is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States, Barnstable County being coextensive with Cape Cod. The population of Brewster was 9,820 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Brewster
1. Brewster Historical Society Museum
2. Handcraft House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
HandCraft House is celebrating 31 years as a landmark Cape Cod art and fine gift gallery in Brewster, Massachusetts. Opened in 1987, the store features pottery and jewelry as well as works in wood, metal, glass, paper and fabric. Built in 1870, the building now holds a remarkable collection of decorative and functional crafts. Offerings include clocks, wall sculpture, garden art, purses, tableware, wind chimes, note cards, watercolor and oil paintings, candles and a great deal more. All products sold at the HandCraft House are handmade in North America.
Reviewed By Mass413 - Ludlow, United States
Looking for something handcrafted by Cape Cod artisans? Need a gift for that hard-to-buy-for person on your list? Look no further than the HandCraft House in Brewster. Easy to find, well-kept gift shop with something for everyone. The owners are very courteous and helpful. Love this place and will definitely visit every time I'm on the Cape.
3. Brewster Bike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By C8810CAmaryd - Littleton, United States
We have rented bikes from Brewster Bike for a number of years when we come to Cape Cod - their bikes are always in great condition, and they deliver them (for a small fee), so it's super easy! The latest online rental platform is pretty intuitive and simple to use; we had a couple bikes we needed to remove from the total after we'd already processed the rental, and they were very accommodating. Their weekly rental prices are cheaper than the bike rental places closer to the house we stayed in, which also is a huge plus.
4. Packet Galleries
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Housed in a circa 1770 barn, Packet Galleries is an eclectic gallery of antiques, textiles, contemporary photography and other fine arts. We have the largest collection of photographic antiquities on Cape Cod. On this site the original Packet Antiques and Country Store opened in the early 1900's and was continuously operated until 1999. First operated by Brad and Kay Clarke, then purchased by Lloyd and Betty Godwin in 1964 the gallery was re-opened in 2012 and is now being operated by Stan and Sandra Godwin.
5. Wisteria Antiques
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
6. Paine's Creek
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
This peaceful and scenic inlet has been photographed many times for promotional pieces and postcards featuring Cape Cod.
Reviewed By robertdX5565YJ - Milton, United States
Took my family here on the first day of our arrival into Cape Cod to watch a sunset. We were not disappointed. The parking area is a little tight but it's offseason during our visit with some room to spare. Might be harder to park in the summer. A short walk from the lot to the beach. There are tidal pools which are great for nature lovers of all ages. We didn't walk very far and might if we ever came back.
7. Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 289 reviews
The mission of the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is to inspire appreciation, understanding and stewardship of our natural environment through discovery and learning. The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History integrates the three strands of its organizational identity - as museum of natural history, nature education center, and steward of conservation land. As a small museum of natural history, we will preserve, exhibit, and interpret our own collections of natural history artifacts and display relevant traveling and loan exhibits. We may also collaborate with local and regional organizations on co-sponsored exhibits. As a nature education center, we will engage children and adults in high-quality programs, classes, lectures, panel discussions, workshops, films, walks, field trips, traditions and interactive exhibits that reveal the many facets of the natural world and the reciprocal impacts that humans and nature exert on each other. As befits a nature education center, we will explore our potential as a center for citizen scientists and amateur naturalists, and as a forum for informed discussion of important issues related to the natural world, especially on Cape Cod. As a steward of 400-plus acres of museum-owned land in Stony Brook Valley and Brewster conservation land adjacent to the museum, including Wing's Island, the salt marsh, and the beach along Cape Cod Bay between Quivett and Paine's Creeks, we will monitor and protect the land and focus our programming on its varied habitats - our outdoor classroom and teaching tool. Programs may also take place elsewhere on Cape Cod and in New England when appropriate.
Reviewed By manthonyb - Philadelphia, United States
This is a wonderful small museum with a great feel for the Cape and its sea denizens. Excellent for children of all ages and thoughtful displays which are readily accessible and understandable. A serious and friendly staff which reflects a real commitment to marine education and environmental responsibility.
8. Nickerson State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
Reviewed By 762erind
Wanted to get some exercise during a quick visit to brewster and the trails in this national park were wonderful.
9. Sydenstricker Glass Galleries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By CountryGirl0808
Stopped here to check out their unique items. Ended up going back on our last day for additional pieces. Loved it so much, ordered Christmas gifts which were packaged securely and shipped super fast. I suspect I’ll order again soon.
10. Brewster Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By 179kelseyj
A gen of a store with fun knick-knacks, antiques, and foods/toiletries. There's a quaint old-time feel to the Brewster store, and friendly staff. It didn't feel like a gimmicky tourist-stop, but a business that is cared for and loved by its staff.
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