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- Shop On Main Street. Falmouth has one of the best Main Streets for shopping on Cape Cod, and you’ll find lots of storefronts with everything from t-shirt and souvenir places, beautifully-curated gift and home decor shops, a lovely bookstore and jewelry boutiques.
- Cruise Along The Shining Sea Bikeway. The Shining Sea Bikeway is a beautiful, paved bike path that’s just over 10 miles long, and takes you from Falmouth Village to Woods Hole.
- Spend The Day At Old Silver Beach. Old Silver Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Falmouth, and for good reason. It has a long stretch of soft sand and gorgeous, calm waters along Buzzards Bay.
- Relax At Spohr Gardens. Spohr Gardens is a lovely little hidden gem in Falmouth with lovely gardens (of course), nature trails and beautiful views of Oyster Pond.
- Nobska Point Lighthouse
- Shining Sea Bikeway
- Old Silver Beach
- Highfield Hall & Gardens
- Woods Hole Science Aquarium
- The Knob
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Perched on a promontory at the entrance to Woods Hole Harbor, Nobska Light was established in 1826, while the current 42-foot iron tower was erected in 1876. This lighthouse was automated in 1985 and is still active, with a range of 13 nautical miles. From the lantern room at the top of the tower you’ll be treated to one of the region’s great views...
The author and poet Katharine Lee Bates (1859-1929), famous for penning the anthem “America the Beautiful”, was born in Falmouth. As one of a few local tributes, this 10.7-mile rail trail was named in her honor. The Shining Sea Bikeway is on the right-of-way of the Woods Hole branch line of the Old Colony Railroad, which was completed in 1872 and g...
The pick of Falmouth’s public beaches is a little sandy cove at the mouth of Herring Brook, facing west on Buzzards Bay, with views to West Island on the other side. Old Silver Beach is on a shallow slope, with a large sweep of glistening, thigh-high water to float or play in. The sand is soft, and the beach is divided between public and private se...
In the 1870s the president of the Chicopee Manufacturing Company, James Madison Beebe purchased more than 700 acres to build a country estate. Highfield Hall, completed in 1878, was saved from demolition in 1994 and opened as a museum and event venue in 2006. The residence is framed by two magnificent gardens that were restored just over a decade a...
Owned by the Federal Government, this aquarium in Woods Hole is run by the National Marine Fisheries Service and the Marine Biological Laboratory. The WHSA is thought to be the oldest aquarium in the United States, tracing its history back to the 1870s. The tanks here display species found in Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern waters, with some 140 spec...
On the northern lip of Quissett Harbor in Woods Hole there’s a long and narrow peninsula reaching westwards into Buzzards Bay. At the end, the Knob can be accessed along the causeway by a trail, and it’s a walk well worth making at the end of a clear day for a breathtaking sunset. You can often see right across the bay, as far as West Island and ev...
Falmouth’s downtown area is as pretty as they come, and has been the heart of the town since 1756. The centerpiece is a gorgeous village green, hemmed by mature trees and beautiful examples of Colonial and Federal architecture. Further east along Main Street is another grassy expanse, at Peg Noonan Park and the grounds of Falmouth Public Library. A...
Like The Knob, this beach faces west on Buzzards Bay and is another fine place to find yourself at sunset. Chapoquoit Beach is a thin strip of pale sand on a narrow peninsula that guards the entrance to West Falmouth harbor from the south. Something to love about this spot is the relative absence of crowds, and if you come on a calm day the waters ...
On the Village Green in Falmouth the town’s historical society maintains a charming two-acre campus, blending historic architecture, Colonial gardens, a four-seater outhouse, stocks, two cannons and a life-size outline of a whaling ship by the whaling pots. Here you can visit the grandest residence on the green, the 1790 Wicks House, previously hom...
In July and August you can take a tour of the University of Chicago’s Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole. The MBL dates back to 1888, with more than 500 scientists and faculty involved in research and educational programs devoted to exploring fundamental biology and understanding biodiversity. Tours of the campus take place Monday through F...
Falmouth, Massachusetts. Coordinates: 41°33′05″N 70°36′55″W. Falmouth ( / ˈfælməθ / FAL-məth) is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 32,517 at the 2020 census, [2] making Falmouth the second-largest municipality on Cape Cod after Barnstable.
Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea. Combining a fascinating maritime heritage and modern creativity, Falmouth is building a name for itself as one of the South West’s leading cultural and festival destinations.
Feb 6, 2024 · If you’re looking for a charming seaside escape with plenty of things to keep you entertained, then you should visit Falmouth, MA. This quaint Cape Cod town located on the southwestern coast boasts picturesque beaches, scenic views, historic sites, and delicious seafood.
Welcome to the Town of Falmouth Massachusetts. By: Hannah Fillmore-Patrick. Early settlers were drawn to Falmouth, MA because of its proximity to the important harbors of Buzzards Bay, Vineyard Sound, and Nantucket Sound. The town quickly became an important center of maritime trade and agriculture.
