Category: For Kids

Puzzle Me This

Posted Dec.01, 2017 under For Kids, Gift and Retail Shops, SHOPPING, Winter Things To Do
Unique and interesting brain teasers, mind bogglers, games, books and puzzles for all ages. Super fun store to explore.
290 Commercial Street, P.O. Box 1549, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-1059
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Captain’s Choice

Posted Jul.09, 2017 under DINING, For Kids, Restaurants, Catering, Clubs
At Captain’s Choice we pride ourselves on being a true sea-to-table eatery specializing in food that speaks of Cape Cod. Our menu features fresh fish, shellfish and more from ​Cape Tip Seafood. Our Know-How Comes From Those Who Knew How! Close to Beach Point 6A Motels and just a couple of miles from Provincetown. Inside and Outside seating. Parking!​
4 Highland Road, North Truro, MA, 02652
(508) 487-5800

Blue Claw Boat Tours & Seal Watching

Posted Feb.16, 2017 under ATTRACTIONS, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, Whale and Seal Watching
Welcome Aboard! We cruise daily in season from Nauset Marina in East Orleans thru Pleasant Bay to Chatham Harbor. Our fully narrated Seal Watch Adventure Cruises are filled with humor and historical facts including stories of Pilgrims, Pirates, Seals, Sharks, Shipwrecks and Buried Treasure. We have three Sea Blue USCG certified boats to carry the whole family in comfort to visit Seal Colonies, Beachcomb on an island, view a glorious Pleasant Bay Sunset or enjoy a magical Full Moon rising over Nauset Beach. We can also tailor a Private Custom Cruise just for you. All of our tours are in Bay and Harbor waters, suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Join us for a memory making adventure aboard Blue Claw Boat Tours!
Nauset Marina, 235 Main Street, Orleans, MA, 02653
508 240-5783
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Expedition Whydah Pirate Museum

Posted Aug.01, 2016 under ATTRACTIONS, For Kids, Museum
Expedition Whyday Pirate Museum, located on historic MacMillan Wharf, displays artifact and treasure recovered from the only authenticated pirate ship which wrecked off Wellfleet in 1717. The Whydah Galley, captained by Sam Bellamy, was discovered by internationally-known underwater explorer Barry Clifford and his dive team over thirty hears ago – you may have see its story portrayed on National Geographic. Docked next to the museum is the RV Vast Explorer, the expedition’s research vessel which brings in weaponry, canons, gold dust and coins every summer. Museum and story hours: daily 10-5. Group rates for 10 or more. New this year: grab-and-go-style café, open daily at 8:30am. Baked goods, coffee, fresh salads, sandwiches, ice cream.
16 MacMillan Pier, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-8899

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Highland House Museum

Posted Aug.01, 2016 under For Kids, Museum, Non-profit Organization
The museum is located right next to the Highland Light. The building was once a summer resort hotel which was built in 1907. We have exhibits that highlight Truro and the Lower Cape’s history including Shipwrecks and Native Americans. We offer many free events throughout the summer which includes our Wednesday evening talks and concerts. Open June to September, Monday to Saturday: 10am to 4:30pm. You can learn more from our website www.trurohistoricalsociety.org.
6 Highland Light Road North Truro, MA 02652
508 487-3397

Captain Ralph Wilkins FV ODYSEA

Posted Mar.04, 2015 under Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, On the Water, Whale and Seal Watching
CHARTER fishing trips for adults and kids: Stripped Bass, Tuna. CRUISES: Sunset, Lighthouse, Whale Watch
MacMillan Pier, Provincetown, MA, 02657
917 440-0934

Provincetown Aquasports

Posted Jan.03, 2015 under ATTRACTIONS, Bike, Kayak, Beach Gear Rentals, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, Gift and Retail Shops, On the Water, SHOPPING
Kayak, stand up paddleboard and surf board sales and rentals. Guided kayak and paddleboard tours. Beach store. Paddleboard yoga. Beach and watersport activities. Boat rental.
333R Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 413-9563

Mayflower Trolley

Posted Dec.17, 2014 under For Kids, Tours: Air, Dunes and Town, TRANSPORTATION
Seasonal May-October, daily sightseeing tours, private charters for wedding and group events. Visit us at www.mayflowertrolley.com for more information and online ticketing.
Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-TOUR (8687), 617 748-1435

Gale Force Beach Market & Bike Rentals

Posted Oct.24, 2014 under Bike, Kayak, Beach Gear Rentals, BUSINESS, For Kids, SHOPPING
Gale Force Bikes is the only bike shop in Provincetown with direct access to the bike trails. Conveniently located closest to the bike trails and the beach at Herring Cove. Free parking available for hourly rentals. Open 7 days a week from April through October. Offering the widest selection of Cannondale rental bicycles including hybrids, comfort bikes, road bikes, fat-tire sand bikes, mountain bikes, tandems, tag-alongs, child trailers, pet trailers, and one speed or multi-speed beach cruisers. All rentals include a lock, helmet, headlight and taillight. Advanced reservations suggested for July and August and can be made online or on the phone. We sell new and used Cannondale, Schwinn and GT bikes. Our experienced mechanics perform all manner of bicycle repairs and service including tune-ups and flat repair. Guided bike tours available in season. We offer sandwiches, beverages, beach supplies and convenience items from our Beach Market and sandwich shop.
144 Bradford Street Ext., Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-4849
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The Bike Shack

Posted May.23, 2014 under Bike, Kayak, Beach Gear Rentals, For Kids
Open 7 days, 7am-8pm Bike Shack Rentals include: a map of Province Lands & Truro Bike Trails, lock, helmet, basket, rear rack, front and rear lights. Every BIKE SHACK rental bike is thoroughly inspected before being issued to the customer and if necessary re-tuned on return guaranteeing flawless performance. We want you to thoroughly enjoy your bike experience. We are closest to the trails & we offer free parking on first come first serve basis.

Our in-house mechanics are the owners Liz & Steve. Liz attended the United Bike Institute and Steve who has been working on bikes for over 25 years challenges you to bring in your troubled bike to see what we can do for you at a very reasonable price. No repairs are too big or too small. We stock a variety of tubes, tires, wheels and many bicycle parts and accessories. If we don’t have the part we can order it and have it within 2 days.

We sell the best ebikes that are on the market today. We rent Mountain Bikes, Comfort Hybrid Bikes, Beach Cruisers, Off Road, On Road, Child Trailers, Dog Trailers, Tag-Alongs, in various sizes for adults & children. Come in and see our line of high-end sunglasses: Tifosi, Smith, Sun Cloud & Smith at 20% off. We welcome your business and know you will be happy you came here.

63 Shank Painter Road, Provincetown, MA, 02657
978 660-7183
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Sea Salt Charters

Posted May.24, 2012 under ATTRACTIONS, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, Whale and Seal Watching
Sea Salt Charters offers private Whale Watching and Fishing trips ot of Provincetown, MA in Cape Cod. SeaSalt Charters is owned and operated by the Avellar Family pioneers of Whale Watching on the East Coast.
MacMillan Pier, P.O. Box 908, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 444-2732
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Kalmar Nyckel Foundation

Posted Jun.20, 2011 under Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, On the Water
An experience unlike any other – sail on Kalmar Nyckel, the Queen of the Tall Ship fleet in Provincetown July 15-29, 2018. Wind, water, and sun – the perfect combination of fun and relaxation. Be a passenger on board this magnificent square-rigged full scale replica of the armed merchant ship that brought Swedish settlers to North America in 1638 founding the colony of New Sweden (Delaware). Advance tickets recommended on Sundays, July 15 and 29 and Tuesday – Friday July 17 – 20 and July 24-27 with two sails per day ($60 for adults and $40 for children under 17). Available online: www.kalmarnyckel.org/BookASail.asp. Guests can haul lines, set sails, and enjoy maritime tales of the original Kalmar Nyckel – or bring a picnic and beverages to enjoy time on the water. Launched in 1997, Kalmar Nyckel serves as a floating classroom and an inspirational platform for recreational and educational experiences. The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation is a non-profit, volunteer-based educational organization that built, owns, and operates Kalmar Nyckel from Wilmington, DE. For information and private charters call weekdays (302) 429-7447.
1124 E. 7th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801
302 429-7447

Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch

Posted Nov.17, 2010 under Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, Whale and Seal Watching
Dolphin Fleet started whale watching on the East Coast in 1975 taking passengers of all ages to see magnificent whales. Today all trips are designed to enhance awareness of whales, marine life and habitat that surrounds Cape Cod. We have highly trained Captains and Naturalists. The cabins are heated and air-cooled with food service; breakfast, lunch, snacks, soda, beer and cocktails available.
307 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
800 826-9300, 508 240-3636
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Ginny G Fishing Trips & Private Whale Watch

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, Whale and Seal Watching
We are the longest running 6 pack charter boat on MacMillan Pier in business for 17 years. The Ginny G is a very comfortable with a heated cabin and full size head (bathroom) and full galley with wash up sink. You are welcome to bring your Captain approved pet with you. You need only bring whatever you want to eat or drink. Don’t forget the sunscreen, sunglasses, camera. Be sure to dress accordingly with extra clothing for the weather when on a boat. Ask about our Combo fishing and whale watching trips and Lobster trips by request. For fishing trips we supply all of the finest gear for your fishing needs. You will need a cooler to put the fish in after we fillet and bag the fish for you. Our catch rate is very high! If the fish are there and biting … we will get them! Private Whale Watching: If you do not want to fight the crowds on the bigger boats we offer private whale watching trips. The whales are usually in the Provincetown area from early spring to October. You may see humpback, finback, minke, right whales and pilot whales. Be sure to see these wonderful creatures.
MacMillan Pier #7, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 246-3656

Dog Gone Sailing Charters

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids
Sailing charter business that Sails from May 15 till October 15. We love and take dogs. Sailing charters are Sunrise to/and sunset including shrimp sail 1.5-2 hours,1/2 day and full/day are private. We take up to 6 passengers. The Captain can marry you and bury your beloved. Flexible and love to make request and special events happen for you.
P.O. Box 722, MacMillan Pier slip #8, Provincetown, MA 02657
508 566-0410
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PTown Bikes

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, Bike, Kayak, Beach Gear Rentals, For Kids
Provincetown’s most comprehensive bike shop. Over 650 TREK & SPECIALIZED rental bikes. Great selection of new and used bikes, accessories, and clothing. Free Parking. Online reservations at www.ptownbikes.com (3 day min). VISA/MC, DISC, AMEX
42 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-8735
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Provincetown Ghost Tours

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, For Kids, Tours: Air, Dunes and Town
Nightly walking tours of Provincetown. Call to make reservations. Tickets at the Coffee Pot, 315 Commercial Street.
315 Commercial Street on Lopes Square, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508-487-4810

Cee Jay Corp., Fishing Parties

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids
A fishing tradition in Provincetown since 1932. 4 Hours of fun & thrills. For fisherman of all ages & skills. Morning & afternoon trips. In-season night trips.
MacMillan Pier, Provincetown, MA, 02657
800 675-6723, 508 487-4330

Flyer’s Boat Rental & Boat Shop, Inc.

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, Beaches, Bike, Kayak, Beach Gear Rentals, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids
Boat rentals, mooring, Long Point Shuttle, sailing lessons, parties and cruises. Flyer’s has been a working boatyard for more than 66 years, with experience in repairs on vessels and their engines ranging from 80ft wooden fishing draggers to 6ft fiberglass dinghies. Hold special events on the water: sunsets, weddings, memorial services or fun parties. Boats hold from 2 to 39 passengers.
P.O. Box 561, 131A Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-0898
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Venture Athletics Water Sports

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, Beaches, Beaches, Bike, Kayak, Beach Gear Rentals, Boats: Charter, Fishing, Party, Piers, Rentals, and Tours, For Kids, Gift and Retail Shops, On the Water, SHOPPING
Kayak rentals, Stand up Paddle Board rentals and guided tours at Provincetown Harbor. Open May to September, weather permitting. Beginners welcome!
237 Commercial Street, Whaler’s Wharf, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-9442

West End Racing Children’s Community Sailing

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, For Kids, Non-profit Organization
Sailing program for children ages 8 – 14. We provide low-cost, affordable instruction in sailing and sailboat racing in a fun and safe environment to children in Provincetown and Truro. The West End Racing Children’s Community Sailing non-profit organization offers children’s sailing program for ages 8-14 providing lessons and equipment for a seasonal registration fee of $100. The program is open to both residents and visitors from Provincetown and Truro. There will be a program instructor and assistant instructors on duty at all times. Regular hours are 9-noon and 1-4 pm weekdays in July and August varying with the weather and tides. Parents/guardians must register children in person at the WERCCS, 83 Commercial St.
83 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
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Cape Cod Highland Museum and Lighthouse

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ATTRACTIONS, For Kids, Museum

Cape Cod Light

In Truro, Massachusetts, on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Highland Light was the first lighthouse on Cape Cod. Erected in 1797, Highland Light, also known as Cape Cod Light, has warned seafarers for over 200 years of the treacherous coastline along outer Cape Cod. Highland Light offers tours of the Lighthouse tower, exhibits and Keeper’s Shop. The Keeper’s shop carries a selection of gifts, postcards, books and apparel so you can remember your visit to Cape Cod’s first Lighthouse. TOWER CLIMBS: Please note: There is a 48” height restriction to climb the tower. The Lighthouse and Keeper’s Shop are open from Mid-April until the end of October. Please check the website for open times. www.highlandlighthouse.org
27 Highland Light Road, North Truro, MA, 02652
508 487-1121
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Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum (PMPM)

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ART, ATTRACTIONS, For Kids, Museum, Non-profit Organization, PROVINCETOWN COMMUNITY
The Pilgrim Monument commemorates the first landing of the Mayflower Pilgrims in 1620 in Provincetown Harbor where they wrote and signed the Mayflower Compact, the first written declaration of a democratic commonwealth.

At 252-feet, 7.5 inches tall and 353 feet above sea level, it is the tallest all-granite structure in the U.S. and includes 60 ramps and 116 steps.

The Monument is designed to resemble Torre Del Mangia, a 14th century tower in Siena, Italy, and is of the Italian Renaissance order of architecture.

The Museum collects, preserves, interprets, researches, exhibits, and publishes archival historical materials and exhibit materials depicting important events of Provincetown history.

1 High Pole Hill Road, Provincetown, MA, 02657-1406
508 487-1310
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Race Point Lighthouse

Posted Jun.04, 2010 under ACCOMMODATIONS, Apts, Cottages, Condos and Houses, ATTRACTIONS, For Kids
Two houses, Keeper’s house and Whistle house, located within the Cape Cod National Seashore. The Race Point properties are maintained by the Cape Cod Chapter of the American Lighthouse Foundation. The Cape Cod Chapter of the American Lighthouse Foundation is a non-profit organization made up of volunteer members whose mission is the restoration and preservation of Race Point Lighthouse, the Keeper’s House, the Whistle House, the Oil House, and Wood End and Long Point Lighthouses.

2019 Tours Schedule
You can get to the lighthouse by walking or your own four-wheel drive vehicle with the proper permit; we do not provide public transportation for the tower tours. Please note: The touring season will be suspended if any of the various federally-protected shore birds have nested and block access to the lighthouse. Once the chicks fledge, tours will resume.
May 19 – Special Tours Race Point Lighthouse for Mariner’s Day 9am-2pm
June 1 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
June 15 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
July 6 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
July 20 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
August 3 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
August 17 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
Sept 7 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm
Sept 21 Public Tours of Race Point 10am-2pm
October 5 Public Tours of Race Point Lighthouse 10am-2pm

Call and make a reservation to stay at Race Point. You won’t be disappointed! Many amenities, meticulously restored. Surrounded by miles of unspoiled beach with panoramic views of the ocean. Room(s) are available in the Keeper’s House for 1 to 4 night stays. The Whistle House is available on a Saturday-to-Saturday basis, but is now offered for as few as two nights! (Restrictions will apply for any occupancy less than seven days. Contact us at: 1-855-722-3959 for complete details.) You will need your own four-wheel drive vehicle and an National Park Service oversand permit in order to stay in the Whistle House.

PO Box 565, Rockland, ME 04841
1 855-722-3959
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