{"id":5534,"date":"2022-01-31T01:13:21","date_gmt":"2022-01-31T01:13:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=5534"},"modified":"2023-08-14T15:50:30","modified_gmt":"2023-08-14T15:50:30","slug":"15-best-things-to-do-in-barnstable-and-hyannis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-best-things-to-do-in-barnstable-and-hyannis\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best things to Do in Barnstable and Hyannis"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"445\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Barnstable-and-Hyannis.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Barnstable-and-Hyannis.jpg 445w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Barnstable-and-Hyannis-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cape Cod villages Barnstable and Hyannis are located on the Cape Cod peninsula in Massachusetts. The village has a long Kalmus Park Beach and the private Kennedy Compound. The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum is a tribute to the assassinated U.S. president&#8217;s family vacations. The town&#8217;s Maritime Museum features exhibits on boat-building and the history of shipbuilding. Ferries connect Hyannis and neighboring Nantucket Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the beachgoer, Hyannis has a wide variety of choices. The town&#8217;s beaches include Craigville, a long sandy Nantucket Sound beach 4.3 miles west of the Hyannis Transportation Center. Both have public parking and bathhouse facilities. For more family fun, Sandy Neck Beach is just off MA Route 6A and faces Cape Cod Bay. The town&#8217;s northern warm-water beaches have standard amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The towns of Hyannis and Barnstable are home to a variety of activities, including beachcombing. During the summer, you can rent a bike and explore the island&#8217;s many trails and bike paths. If you are staying in a hotel, you can take a taxi to your hotel. The cost of public transportation is about $10 per day. You can also take public transportation to get around the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both towns are easy to reach, with a population of around 5,000 people. A scenic drive to both cities will take you about one hour. The nearest station is Hyannis, which is the main town&#8217;s commercial center. The historic seaside town is filled with shops, galleries, and restaurants. The Sturgis Library, an 1867 building, is situated in Barnstable Village, where the Donald G. Trayser Memorial Museum is housed. In West, you&#8217;ll find Cape Cod Community College, a 1961 institution. The political activist James Otis Jr., and 19th century jurist Lemuel Shaw were both born in the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A trip to Hyannis is incomplete without a meal at Baxter&#8217;s Caf\u00e9. Its harborside location, and historic Main Street, make it the perfect destination for tourists. Guests can enjoy a meal at a casual, family-friendly establishment or a romantic evening. While visiting the towns of Hyannis and Barnstable, be sure to sample the cuisine of the local residents, which is a popular way to relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town of Barnstable is home to the largest community on cape cod. While dogs are not permitted in the beaches during the summer months, you can take your dog for a stroll on one of the city&#8217;s many trails. There are also plenty of opportunities to observe the local people and their dog. Nevertheless, you must be aware of the town&#8217;s dog regulations before you travel. The rules regarding dogs in the streets of Barnstable and Hyannis vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Towns of Hyannis and Barnstable are well known for their rich history. While both towns are small in size, they have a diverse population. The Town of Barnstable is home to more than 215,000 residents. If you want to explore the town and its rich heritage, consider moving to one of these two places. You&#8217;ll be glad you did. In addition to the historic center, there are also numerous other attractions throughout the cities of Barnstable and Hyannis.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cape Cod villages Barnstable and Hyannis are located on the Cape Cod peninsula in Massachusetts. The village has a long Kalmus Park Beach and the private Kennedy Compound. The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum is a tribute to the assassinated U.S. president&#8217;s family vacations. 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