Location: Woods Hole
Top Things to do in Woods Hole
What to do and see in Woods Hole, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Free Things to do
Woods Hole is a census-designated place in the town of Falmouth in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It lies at the extreme southwest corner of Cape Cod, near Martha's Vineyard and the Elizabeth Islands. The population was 781 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Woods Hole
1. Nobska Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 632 reviews
Reviewed By Coastal277953 - Staten Island, United States
As you turn into the road leading to the lighthouse you are struck by the beautiful view of the ocean to your right. The lighthouse is on a hill to the left. The view from the lighthouse is gorgeous and a great place to take pictures.
2. Marine Biological Laboratory
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is dedicated to scientific discovery and improving the human condition through research and education in biology, biomedicine, and environmental science. Founded in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, in 1888, the MBL is a private, nonprofit institution and an affiliate of the University of Chicago. Learn more about the Marine Biological Laboratory by visiting the Pierce Exhibit Center at 100 Water Street open from April - October. Free public tours are available M-F in July and August at 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM. Reservations are required.
Reviewed By gregdjohnson53 - Spring, United States
As part of a Road Scholar outing we toured the MBL with Alan Kuzirian. He was an amazing individual with an incredible story to tell. His research in Alzheimer prevention is revolutionary. But, back to the MBL - the lecture and tour were a combination of classroom presentation, walking around and hands-on. Their founders philosophy of "study nature, not books" continues today. Their research into memory using seal slugs is extraordinary. Monitor the developments around Bryostatin for breaking developments. There was too much to cover in this review - just GO if you can!
3. Woods Hole Science Aquarium
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4.0 based on 522 reviews
This aquarium offers visitors the chance to watch the seals being fed.
Reviewed By rifam
We were pleased that during our off-season trip to the Cape the Woods Hole aquarium was open. There is only metered street parking. Meters take quarters (25 cents for 15 minutes and I think there was also a credit card option. There are several tanks on the main level and upstairs you can see the tanks from above. There is also a small touch tank. There were no seals in residence while we were there. It took us about an hour to walk thru all the exhibits.
4. Woods Hole Drawbridge
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4.0 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By kae213 - Woods Hole, United States
I have spent summers here since 1965 and have always enjoyed the drawbridge. I now live here. In the past, as a pedestrian or bike rider, you could help the bridge tender by opening/closing the gates. That seems to be frowned on more recently; this made up for by the bridge tender's love of dogs. I was here in 2009 when the old bridge was removed and a new one put in. A pedestrian walkway was maintained through the construction. The traffic light at the bridge is the only one in Woods Hole and the bridge opens on the hour and half hour if there are boats wanting to enter or exit Eel Pond.
