Location: Orleans
Top Things to do in Orleans
What to do and see in Orleans, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Orleans (/ɔːrˈliːnz/ or-LEENZ) is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts situated along Cape Cod. The population was 5,890 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Orleans
1. Nauset Inlet
2. Blue Claw Boat Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 225 reviews
Sightseeing Boat Tours on Cape Cod. We offer Public and Private Seal Watch Adventure Cruises, Combination Beachcombing and Seal Watching Trips, Relaxing Evening/Sunset Cruises and Private Custom Cruises.
3. Cape Kayaking
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5.0 based on 149 reviews
Cape Kayaking provides guided tours in and around the Cape Cod National Seashore. Come explore parts of the Cape that are inaccessible by any other means but personal watercraft. Learn about the geography, ecology and history of Cape Cod while paddling 3 hrs.+ through narrow water trails, inlets, coves and bays. Cape Kayaking provides some of the best sleek and efficient touring kayaks, extremely light weight paddles and PFD's for the entire family. A variety of different tours are available throughout each week that include paddling around seals, birding and learning how to comb the mud flats and sandbars for an array of different clams. Visit CapeKayaking on the wevb for scheduled tours and times.
4. Church of the Transfiguration
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
The Church of the Transfiguration is the center of Community of Jesus - an ecumenical Benedictine monastic community located at Rock Harbor on the shores of Cape Cod Bay. The Community follows a daily rhythm of prayer including Eucharist and Liturgy of the Hours (sung in Gregorian chant). Designed by William Rawn Associates of Boston, the Church of the Transfiguration is a contemporary expression of an ancient 4th century style of architecture, and recounts the story of salvation through hand-crafted mosaic and fresco images, bronze, glass, and stone sculpture. The organ is a restoration and expansion of pipework from twelve organs built by the E.M. Skinner Organ Company in the early 20th century. As of 3/15/2020 the Church is CLOSED until further notice. Please check back in a few weeks for updated information.
Reviewed By ChathamMass - Chatham, United States
A visit to the magnificent Church of the Transfiguration in Orleans - this building rivals some of the most impressive cathedrals in the world (in my opinion) and quietly blends into the peaceful community of Rock Harbor, Orleans, Ma. From the waterfall of gold on glass, to the electrifying frescos and meticulous detail throughout the building and community, this amazing place is well worth a visit. Their gift shop offers a variety of locally crafted goods and helps complete your experience.
5. Nauset Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 731 reviews
Reviewed By Hotelsnobb
Beautiful strand of sand with all the amenities. Parking is steep (as most beaches on the Cape) at $20, but large lots and plentiful parking. Short walk from the lot passes by changing rooms, food trucks, picnic area, and bathrooms (port a potties).
6. Orleans Bowling Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Y7720FRbarbarab - Poughkeepsie, United States
We had a long day driving to the Cape from the Hudson River Valley in NY and a longer afternoon setting up two campsites with three tents. By the time we were done we were famished and googling nearby restaurants. When we pulled up to a bowling alley we thought for sure we were in for a dismal meal. Since the restaurant is so small, it took a while to get a table for eight but the guys were happy to score local brews. The kids enjoyed watching two lanes of active candlestick bowling. Once seated we got right down to ordering appetizers including pulled pork poutine and chicken wings. Before we could devour our large portions out came the entrees including Mac and Cheese, dry rubbed ribs, combo meat trays, wedge salad, sausage gravy and biscuits and chicken and waffles. Never, ever, would I expect such amazing BBQ in a bowling alley on Cape Cod no less. I haven’t had food this good in the Deep South where we have family in the biz. Our servers were amazing. Our food came out so fast it was as if they knew we were coming. Everything was perfection. How gratifying for me to see my ten year old finicky eater grandson totally decimate his rack of ribs and then help others with their meals. I can’t wait to return here. The biscuit and gravy has invaded my dreams. My Mom used to say, “never judge a book by its cover” well never judge BBQ in a old bowling alley. I guess I’ll have to head East from now on when I want amazing BBQ. Great job Alley.
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