For a perfect summer getaway packed with pristine beaches, head to Wellfleet, Mass. The cool surf is great for body surfing, while long stretches of white sand attract sunbathers. Fresh seafood restaurants can be found throughout town and at the Wellfleet Pier. Enjoy ocean fishing or take in a movie at the big screen outdoor drive-in.

• How to Get There


• Where to Stay


• Where to Eat


• What to Do


• Insider Tip


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How to Get There

• Logan Airport in Boston


• Heading south on Route 3 to Route 6


• Provincetown Airport


• Hyannis Airport

Where to Stay

Surf Side Cottages
This small beachside community has 18 cottage condos for rent, all with an ocean view.
P.O. Box 937, Wellfleet, MA 02663
508-349-3959
www.SurfSideVacation.com

The Stone Lion Inn of Cape Cod
Located in the Central District, this renovated Victorian has been a bed and breakfast since the 1980s. Its large, landscaped lot has a hammock, fishpond and gazebo. Accomodations include three cozy guest rooms, a cottage and apartment.
130 Commercial Street, Wellfleet, MA 02667
508-349-9565
www.StonLionCapeCod.com

The Inn at Duck Creeke
Experience Cape Cod charm at this relaxing inn with no TVs or phones. The inn, situated between the bay and the Atlantic Ocean, has two restaurants and 26 rooms. The inn is conveniently just a half mile walk to downtown Wellfleet.
70 Main St., P.O. Box 364, Wellfleet, MA 02667
508-349-9333
www.InnatDuckCreeke.com

The Blue Gateways Bed and Breakfast
This nationally historic, restored 17th-century home has three cozy rooms and a common game room. Continental breakfast is served on a sunny porch downstairs. The inn is right in the heart of Wellfleet.
252 Main St., Wellfleet, MA 02667
508-349-7530
www.BlueGateways.com

Where to Eat

The Beachcomber
This family-friendly, waterfront restaurant serves fresh oysters and fried clams. Enjoy live music and watch the sunset on the water.
1120 Cahoon Hollow Rd., Wellfleet, MA 02667
508-349-6055
www.TheBeachcomber.com

Mac's Seafood Market
Located right on the town pier, Mac's began as a small retail fish market. Now, aside from high quality local seafood, Mac's also features sushi, great ice cream and a huge takeout menu.
Wellfleet Town Pier, Welfleet, MA 02667
508-349-0404
www.MacsSeafood.com

Moby Dick's Restaurant
Beginning as a family business, Moby Dick's Restaurant continues as a seasonal summer operation, serving Cape Cod lobster, oysters and clambake.
P.O Box 792, Wellfleet, MA 02667
508-349-9795
www.MobyDicksRestaurant.com

The Bookstore & Restaurant
Peruse antique, new and gently used books, magazines and comics, then head to the restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
50 Kendrick Ave., Wellfleet, MA 02667
508-349-3154
www.WellfleetOyster.com

What to Do

In addition to hanging out on the beach, try:

Cape Cod Bay Charters
Enjoy a full- or half-day of ocean fishing with groups up to six people.
49 Acre Hill Rd., Barnstable Harbor, Cape Cod, MA 02630
888-488-3483
www.CCBCharters.com

The Marconi Site
This overlook offers magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean. It was at this location that Guglielmo Marconi sent the first transatlantic message. Located in South Wellfleet, there is a historic marker honoring the transmission.
Located 6 miles north of Salt Pond Visitor Center, off Route 6 in Wellfleet.
www.nps.gov/caco/places/marconistation.html

Drive-In Theater
From mid-May to mid-October watch first-run double features every night. The 100-foot screen is one of the largest in New England.
Located at 51 Route 6 (at Eastham town line)
508-349-7176
www.WellfleetDriveIn.com

Insider Tip

• During the summer, jump into one of the square dances on Wednesday nights in town.

For more information about Wellfleet, Mass., visit the Wellfleet, Mass. official website at www.WellfleetMA.org.