Make a Day of It
While you are staying at The Sesuit Harbor House, take a day trip to one of the following towns:
Hyannis: Grab a bite to eat at the harbor, enjoy the many water activities, shop or dine along Main St. or visit the Cape Cod Mall.
Chatham: The quintessential Main Street in Chatham offers great dining and shopping.
Wellfleet: Known as the “Art Gallery” town for good reason, and is rumored to be full of vacationing shrinks in the month of August. Home of the famous Beachcomber on Cahoon Hollow Beach.
Provincetown: This festive beach town at the very tip of the Cape offers a wide variety of shopping, seaside activities including whale watching and great beaches!
Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket: Martha’s Vineyard is the larger and closer of the two islands. Bikes, scooters, or public transportation will get you around either Island once you land. Lots to see and do!
Plymouth: Plymouth Plantation, the Mayflower, and Plymouth Rock will steep you in the history of America’s early settlers.
Boston: The “Hub of the Universe” Boston is a great city full of history, great museums and universities, interesting neighborhoods, and a very active and fun waterfront scene!
The Ultimate Mid-Cape Day Trip Itineraries
Because Sesuit Harbor House is perfectly nestled right on the historic Old King's Highway (Route 6A), our boutique resort serves as the ultimate launchpad for exploring Cape Cod. You don't have to spend hours in traffic to experience the absolute best art, culture, shopping, and coastal scenery the Cape has to offer.
Here are three curated, effortless day trips located just minutes from your room:
🎭 Itinerary 1: The Historic & Cultural Loop (Dennis & Yarmouth)
Perfect for art lovers, history buffs, and rainy days.
Morning — Panoramic Views: Start your morning with a 5-minute drive to Scargo Tower in Dennis. Climb to the top of this historic stone tower for a breathtaking, panoramic view of Scargo Lake and the entire Cape Cod Bay coastline.
Afternoon — Local Art & Culture: Head down Route 6A to the Cape Cod Museum of Art and the historic Cape Cod Playhouse. Stroll through beautifully curated galleries showcasing native Cape Cod artists, or catch a world-class matinee performance.
Late Afternoon — Antique Shopping: Spend the rest of your afternoon exploring the charming antique shops, independent bookstores, and pottery studios that line the historic tree-shaded lanes of Route 6A.
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⛵ Itinerary 2: The Nautical & Luxury Coastal Tour (Chatham)
Perfect for upscale boutique shopping, seal watching, and scenic lighthouses.
Distance from the Inn: 25 minutes (approx. 14 miles)
Morning — Main Street Stroll: Drive south across the Cape to downtown Chatham. Spend your morning walking along their historic, pedestrian-friendly Main Street, packed with high-end clothing boutiques, local candy kitchen shops, and elegant art galleries.
Afternoon — Pier Seafood & Seal Watching: Head down to the Chatham Fish Pier. Walk along the upper observation deck to watch the local fishing fleet bring in their fresh daily catch—and catch a glimpse of the playful wild seals waiting for scraps!
Late Afternoon — Lighthouse Views: Finish your coastal loop with a visit to the iconic Chatham Lighthouse. Snap some photos of the historic structure and take a relaxing beach stroll along the expansive, windswept shores of Lighthouse Beach.
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🛳️ Itinerary 3: The Island Hopper Express (Hyannis to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard)
Perfect for an unforgettable day trip out on the ocean.
Distance from the Inn: 18 minutes (approx. 9 miles to the ferry docks)
Morning — High-Speed Ferry Voyage: Drive down to the Hyannis Harbor terminal and hop aboard a high-speed passenger ferry (like the Hy-Line or Steamship Authority). In just one relaxing, scenic hour, you will arrive on the shores of either Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard.
Daytime Exploration: Spend your day renting bicycles to explore the pristine beaches, dining at premier waterfront restaurants, and touring the historic whaling captain homes and gingerbread cottages.
Evening — Harbor Dining: Return to Hyannis just in time for sunset, and enjoy a waterfront cocktail along the lively docks of Hyannis Harbor before making the short drive back to your cozy room at the Inn.
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Family-Friendly Kid Adventures on the Mid-Cape
Planning a classic family vacation? Sesuit Harbor House is the perfect playground for children of all ages. Beyond our own expansive two acres of lawns, outdoor swimming pool, and resident goats, our central location makes it incredibly easy to access the top family attractions on Cape Cod without long, exhausting car rides.
Here are the absolute best, kid-tested day trips and adventures located just minutes from your room:
🚴♂️ Adventure 1: Pedal the Cape Cod Rail Trail
Best for: Active families, outdoor recreation, and scenic bike rides.
Distance from the Inn: 4 minutes (approx. 1.8 miles to the Dennis trailhead)
The Experience: Pack up the family or rent bikes down the street to explore the Cape Cod Rail Trail. This beautifully paved, entirely car-free bike path spans 25 miles through historic towns, pristine state parks, and gorgeous freshwater kettle ponds.
Kid-Friendly Stop: Pedal down to the Nickerson State Park section in Brewster, where the kids can grab ice cream at a trail-side shop and take a refreshing dip in the calm, crystal-clear waters of Cliff Pond.
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🏴☠️ Adventure 2: Discover Real Pirate Treasure (Whydah Pirate Museum)
Best for: Rainy days, interactive learning, and young explorers.
Distance from the Inn: 12 minutes (approx. 6.5 miles to West Yarmouth)
The Experience: Step inside the world-famous Whydah Pirate Museum to see the only authenticated pirate shipwreck treasure ever discovered in the world. The museum features an incredible, interactive look into Cape Cod’s maritime history.
The Highlights: Kids can touch real silver pirate coins minted in the 1700s, look at genuine pirate pistols and cannons recovered from the ocean floor, and watch real scientists reveal hidden treasure inside a live artifact archeology lab.
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🎬 Adventure 3: Retro Movie Night at the Wellfleet Drive-In
Best for: Nostalgic family fun, evening entertainment, and twilight snacks.
Distance from the Inn: 28 minutes (approx. 19 miles)
The Experience: Pack the car with pillows and blankets and head north to the historic Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre. Built in 1957, it is one of the last remaining authentic drive-in movie theaters in America, offering a nostalgic double-feature under the starlit Cape Cod sky.
Daytime Bonus: If you visit during the day, the drive-in grounds host a massive open-air Flea Market packed with local treasures, vintage toys, playground areas, and snack bars for a classic Cape Cod experience.
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🎨 Quick Tips for an Effortless Family Day
To ensure your family beach days and excursions run perfectly, take advantage of these on-site resort perks:
Beach Day Prep: Ask our team about local beach conditions and optimal tide times before heading out to the low-tide sandbars at Mayflower Beach.
After-Adventure Wind Down: After a busy day of exploring, head back to the Inn's lawns so the kids can run off their remaining energy playing yard games, splashing in the pool, or feeding treats to Lola, Gronk, Brady, Anna, Olaf, and Loki.
Local Treasures
Eden Hand Art for Dennis Screwball Bracelets: Travel less than one mile down Route 6A to visit this hidden treasure and pick up some handmade, one-of-a-kind jewelry. Don’t be confused – get the real thing!
Scargo Tower & Princess Beach: Both on Scargo Lake, a short walk from the motel. The historical tower affords a breathtaking view of the bay and all of Cape Cod in the winter months! Princess Beach is great for families with small children, especially on those windy beach days. Great kayaking and canoeing here!
The Cape Playhouse and Theater: Celebrating more than 80 seasons, the Cape Playhouse is proud to be America’s Oldest Professional Summer Theatre. Legend has it that Betty Davis was discovered here when she was an usher. Always a great show!
Bray Farm: A quaint, historic, 22-acre farm that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally owned by Richard Taylor in 1639, two farmhands named George and William Bray acquired the land making it the Taylor-Bray Farm.
Parasail & Jet Ski: From nearby Sesuit Harbor!
Fishing: Fishing charters out of Sesuit Harbor are a great way to spend the day. We highly recommend Captain Bob Tolley: www.windsweptcharters.com and Captain Wayne Bergeron at www.capecodsportfishing.com .