- The list below includes 204 free or cheap things to do in or near Orleans, Massachusetts, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, History Museums and Specialty Museums.
- From Skaket Beach to Nauset Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Orleans and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hyannis, Dennis, Eastham and Provincetown.
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Although the interior is not open for tours, Wood End Lighthouse is an interesting place to see. Requiring a one mile or so walk to the lighthouse, its surroundings are scenic providing memorable views of nature and wildlife.
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Herring Cove Beach is known for its gentle surfs and numerous sand dunes which allow for many outdoor acitivities such as swimming, picnics, dune hiking and more. Occasionally, visitors can also catch glimpses of marine life around them.
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Route 6 north toward Provincetown, Provincetown, MA
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A favorite of bicyclists, Cape Cod Provincelands Trail is 5.25 mile loop with available trail extensions providing an additional two miles. Visitors will see marshland, saltwater kettle ponds and shore views. Route maps are available at the entrance.
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First established in 1826, visitors can reach the lighthouse at Long Point by ferry or through a strenuous hike. The beach near the lighthouse offers swimming and beach combing activities.
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A part of the Cape Cod National Seashore on the side which overlooks the Atlantic ocean, Race Point Beach is a vast stretch of golden sand that is famous for the intense rip tides and surfing opportunities.
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Take a hike along the trails of Beech Forest. This one-mile hike is complete with some challenging hills and panoramic views of the ocean. Bikes and roller blades are allowed.
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Picturesque views are enjoyed by visitors of Race Point Lighthouse. Free tours are offered the first and third Saturdays from June until October. Guests can commemorate the visit with a souvenir from the gift shop.
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Built in 1897, the Old Harbor Lifesaving Station is maintained as part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. In summer, the site holds reenactments of breeches buoy rescues on the grounds once a week.
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Located roughly one mile from the Provincetown center, the Province Lands Visitor Center is open daily from Memorial Day through the end of October. Exhibits about local animals and plants along with displays about the Pilgrims are featured at the site, and there is an observation deck.
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Situated on a peninsula, Dowses Beach offers visitors an wide expanse of white sand to enjoy the ocean views from. Visitors can spend a day lounging in the sun, swimming, and fishing in the ocean.