What to do and see in Sandwich, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Free Things to do

October 3, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

Sandwich /ˈsændwɪtʃ/ is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 20,675 at the 2010 census. The Town Hall is located next to the Dexter Grist Mill in the historic district of town.
Restaurants in Sandwich

1. Scorton Creek

Hammond Rd, East Sandwich, Sandwich, MA
Excellent
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Scorton Creek

2. Titcomb's Bookshop

432 Route 6a, East Sandwich, Sandwich, MA 02537-1440 +1 508-888-2331 http://www.titcombsbookshop.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 53 reviews

Titcomb's Bookshop

Reviewed By 601janf - East Sandwich, United States

Titcomb’s is truly a local treasure. It’s a family run business that has been here since I was a child. Their knowledge & insight of not only books but appropriate toys for different ages is so helpful. I love to visit this store and always have a wonderful experience!

3. Glass Studio on Cape Cod

470 Route 6a, East Sandwich, Sandwich, MA 02537-1439 +1 508-888-6861 http://www.capecodglass.net
Excellent
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Glass Studio on Cape Cod

Reviewed By kellery - East Sandwich, United States

Michael Magyar’s Glass blown pieces are simply beautiful and very Cape Cod. He produces some terrific pieces including goblets and vases that are perfect for weddings and treats for yourself. I have given quite a few pairs as wedding gifts and for a smaller token (app $20.00) he has these great glass stars that look lovely in front of a window. I have given these to guests as a Cape souvenir. There are plenty of items to choose from and they’ll engrave them right on the spot.

4. McDermott Glass Studio

272 Cotuit Rd, Sandwich, MA 02563-2493 +1 508-477-0705 [email protected] http://www.mcdermottglass.com
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5.0 based on 28 reviews

McDermott Glass Studio

In the back yard of a house at 272 Cotuit road in Sandwich, there is a metal building with molten glass in a furnace at 2000 degrees. 4 glassblowers, David and Yukimi and Isabel and Peter will be making beautiful glass inside the building. You can just walk in and watch them "dance with glass" from the behind of the working bench. They will explain what they are making and will answer any questions you have, too. You can feel the heat of glass as well as the love that they have in blowing glass. They usually blow glass Wednesday-Friday. there is a small gallery at the side of the house. The gallery is open everyday 10-5.

Reviewed By pc19642015 - Boston, United States

Great local glassblowing business that makes there pieces on the premises and a gallery for pieces for sale by the main house. Great variety and price point. Owner was very down to earth and friendly. No pressure to purchase anything at all.

5. Crystal by Pairpoint

Excellent
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Crystal by Pairpoint

Tour the shop and factory that produces full lead crystal with the same methods used in 1837.

6. Quaker Friends Meetinghouse

Spring Hill Rd., East Sandwich, Sandwich, MA +1 508-398-3773
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Quaker Friends Meetinghouse

7. Route 6A (The Old King's Highway)

Sandwich, MA http://capecodroute6a.com
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4.5 based on 320 reviews

Route 6A (The Old King's Highway)

Route 6A, which is on the northern, or bay side, of Cape Cod, winds its way through some of the oldest villages in America, including Bourne, Sandwich, Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis, Brewster and Orleans. Many of the homes and churches along this tree-shaded road are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.If you are interested in seeing what Cape Cod looked like before tourists discovered it, and want to visit some of the best quaint, little shops in New England, Route 6A is the place to be.

Reviewed By Venture329188

Such a wonderful,quaint country like road! Lots of beautiful scenery at slower speeds so you can actually enjoy your trip!

8. Cape Cod Canal Visitors Center

Ed Moffitt Drive across from the Sandwich Coast Guard Station, Sandwich, MA +1 508-833-9678 http://www.nae.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Cape-Cod-Canal
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4.5 based on 210 reviews

Cape Cod Canal Visitors Center

Corps of Engineers operated visitor center with educational material about the Cape Cod Canal.

Reviewed By captew - Bourne, United States

you have been in traffic for a few hours and have a few more ahead of you. Hit this visitors center, stretch your legs, get great info on the canal and its history for all ages, walk the jetty a bit and the dog. Now when you go over the canal, you will know so much more about it and appreciate it.

9. Mrs. Mugs

680 Massachusetts 6A, Sandwich, MA http://www.mrsmugs.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Mrs. Mugs

10. Sandwich Town Hall

130 Main St, Sandwich, MA 02563-2208 +1 508-888-5144 [email protected] http://sandwichtownhall.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Sandwich Town Hall

Built in 1834, Sandwich Town Hall was restored to its former glory in 2009. The second floor ballroom and theater is particularly beautiful with its historically accurate ceiling stenciling of tan and brown paint and gold leaf. As in the early 1900s, silent films are again presented here complete with a live piano accompaniment. Sandwich Town Hall was granted a Preservation Award for Rehabilitation & Restoration by the Massachusetts Historical Commission in 2011. In 2014 Sandwich, the oldest town on the Cape, will be celebrating its 375th anniversary.

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