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First explored in 1602, by the mid-1700s, Provincetown was an established fishing village and eventually a busy port. In the following century, the town became a magnet for Portuguese fishermen and their families, and in the 20th century a center for creative people, intellectuals, and self-styled bohemians. Provincetown attracted a population of h...
1. To Walk Or Bike The Beaches
Race Point and Herring Cove (called the Province Lands beaches), part of the Cape Cod National Seashore, are within a five-minute bike ride from town. You can soak up the winter sun and walk on pristine beaches with glorious views. Winters can (sometimes) be fairly mild — although often windy — with daily temperatures sometimes reaching as high as 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. To Soak Up History At Every Corner
Most Provincetonians believe that Provincetown Harbor was where the pilgrims on the Mayflowerfirst landed in 1620, even before they made it to Plymouth Rock. There are many other places to visit that reflect the area’s history.
3. To Wander Down Commercial Street
This is the perfect walking street for any season: Completely flat (some parts with sidewalks, some not) and lined with shops, the main drag provides lovely views of the bay between all the buildings.
1. Walk The Breakwater
While the two beaches near Provincetown are great to wander, you can walk to the east end of Commercial Street to encounter the breakwater, a mile-long stretch of granite blocks. Make sure that you wear good walking shoes — the rocks can get slippery. And make extra sure that you finish your walk before high tide.
2. Enjoy Indoor Activities At The Provincetown Art Association And Museum
This is where rotating exhibits offer works from the center’s 3,000-plus item permanent collection. Other places to visit for a taste of the town’s long arts history are the Provincetown Theater, the Provincetown Public Library, and a host of galleries (some of which are open in the winter; call to make an appointment). The Fine Arts Work Centeris a non-profit program for visual artists and writers.
3. Visit The Pilgrim Monument And Provincetown Museum
If you arrive at dusk or at night during the winter, you can’t miss it! The 252-foot monument(completed in 1910) most resembles a gigantic Christmas tree or a spaceship. Every year, during the holidays, the monument is festooned with more than 3,100 “landing lights” that shine nightly through January 6 of the following year. The Provincetown Museum is housed in the base of the monument and maintains exhibits about Provincetown’s role in American history. Note that the monument has 116 steps....
About 20 or so restaurants stay open all year round. Since the number of places is considerably smaller than in other seasons, you may need reservations.
Commercial Street is lined with shops, only some of which are open all winter. Others have limited and/or weekend hours, so best to check. Here are my favorites:
It’s always a treat to be able to stay in places in the depths of the winter that you might not be able to afford during high season. My daughter stayed at Seaglass Inn and Spaduring a cold December; it was comparatively inexpensive and pretty luxe for her.
Polar Bear Plunge
If you’ll be in Provincetown on New Year’s Day, don’t miss the Polar Bear Plunge, on the beach a few blocks west of MacMillan wharf. This annual tradition is part of Provincetown’s First Light celebrations. If you don’t want to actually participate in the group freeze, there will also be a DJ, music, and hot drinks.
Birding In Wellfleet and Eastham
Check out the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary (about 20 minutes from Provincetown) and the Salt Pond Visitor Centerin Eastham (about 30 minutes away). Snow buntings, horned larks, sea ducks, loons, and snowy owls flock to both of these locations during the winter. Busy planning your Massachusetts getaway? Read up on the seven best experiences on the Cape Cod National Seashore.
Destination for Families, Singles, Wanderers… Make Provincetown a destination for you too! Winter Guide ~ Lodging. Find your room here. Winter Guide ~ Restaurants. Places to dine… click here. Winter Guide ~ Shopping. Shops and galleries to visit… click here. Winter Guide ~ Things To Do. Movies, walking, reading… click here.
Rent a bike (The Bike Shack) on one of our gorgeous winter days and cruise around the town or hit the bike trails. Or go off the grid and hike into the sand dunes & woods of Provincetown. Walk your Dog in Provincetown Dog Park. Experience the Sunsets at Herring Cove Photograph Beautiful Winter Sky Ski Skate Make a Snowman!
Feb 18, 2022 · 1. The Nantucket Christmas Stroll. Take a day trip to the island of Nantucket and experience the Nantucket Christmas Stroll. This is probably my most favorite way to celebrate Christmas on the Cape.
Jun 14, 2022 · 1. Walk Up & Down Commercial Street. If you’re going to do one thing in Provincetown, let it be Commercial Street. This 3-mile long street through the center of town is packed with shops, restaurants and bars, historic sites, art galleries and also provides access to the water. This is pretty much the ultimate Main Street experience on Cape Cod.
