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Things to Do in Hyannis

What is there to do in Hyannis? A lot!

Here’s a list of activities and attractions, organized so you can scan the options and see what you might want to do while you’re here.

Want a quick feel for how Hyannis is laid out, where everything is, and what it’s like as a place to stay?

• See my Hyannis Visitors Guide → 
  

Main Street & Harbor Area

• John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum — Right on Main Street, focused on the Kennedy family’s time in Hyannis and Hyannisport.
  
  
• Kennedy Legacy Trail — A self-guided walking route through downtown with ten stops tied to the family, with information at each stop. 
  
  
• Cape Cod Maritime Museum — Small museum on Hyannis Harbor focused on Cape Cod’s maritime history, with exhibits on local boats, shipwrecks, and coastal life. 
  
  
• Artist Shanties at Bismore Park — Small waterfront studios where local artists sell their work during the season. 
  
  
• Seasonal Fairs & Festivals — Throughout much of the year, Main Street and the harbor area host events ranging from art shows and craft fairs to seasonal favorites like the Father’s Day car show and the Christmas stroll.
  
  
• Shops, Restaurants & Pubs — Plenty of places to go for food, drinks, and shopping on Main Street and around the Harbor.

On the Water

• Ferry to Nantucket — High-speed and traditional ferry options leave from Hyannis Harbor. (See my page about Nantucket Ferries →)
  
  
• Ferry to Martha’s Vineyard — Seasonal service from Hyannis makes for an easy day trip. (See my page about Martha's Vineyard Ferries →)
  
  
• Harbor Cruises — Including sunset sails, music cruises, and sightseeing past lighthouses and the Kennedy Compound in Hyannisport. 
  
  
• Pirate Adventure Cruises — Geared toward younger kids, with pirate-themed songs, games and a “treasure hunt” on the water.
  
  
• Fishing Charters & Head Boats — Half-day and full-day trips available right out of the harbor.
  
  

Live Music & Entertainment

• Cape Cod Melody Tent — A small, in-the-round venue with a steady lineup of national acts during the season. (See my page about the Melody Tent →)
  
  
• Barnstable Performing Arts Center — Hosts concerts, theater productions, and Cape Symphony performances.
  
  
• Concerts on the Village Green — Free summer series with a mix of local and regional performers. (See my page about free summer concerts →)

Rainy Day & Indoor Options

• Cape Cod Mall — Traditional indoor mall with national retailers and a food court.
  
  
• Ryan’s Ten Pin Eatery & Arcade — Bowling, arcade games, and casual food in one place.
  
  
• Regal Cape Cod Mall Cinema — Multi-screen movie theater located next to the mall.
  
  
• Cape Cod Beer — Local brewery offering tastings, tours, and a steady lineup of events throughout the year.
  
  
• Fins Up! Water Park — Indoor water park at Margaritaville Resort, day passes available for non-guests.
  
  

A Couple of Cape Cod Classics

• Mini Golf — One course in Hyannis, with plenty more in nearby towns. (See my page about Cape Cod mini-golf courses →)
  
  
• Hyannis Harbor Hawks — Free Cape Cod Baseball League games played in June and July at McKeon Park. (See my page about Cape League games →)
  
  

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