- Our list of the best things to do in Orleans, Massachusetts, features the top 269 nearby activities — including 150 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Orleans, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Water Activities.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Orleans, MA , followed by 250 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hyannis, Provincetown, Barnstable, Brewster, Wellfleet, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Truro, South Yarmouth, Harwich Port, West Yarmouth, Dennis Port and Sandwich
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Located on the beautiful Cape Cod, Emerald Hollow Farm is a destination for those who want a positive equestrian experience for all ages. The well trained and friendly horses will be a joy to ride through the scenic trails of the Cape.
6.7 Miles
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Stony Brook Grist Mill was constructed around 1751 and remains a working grist mill. The mill is open to the public for guided tours.
6.7 Miles
Paines Creek Beach water on the bay side of Cape Cod is warmer than the ocean side and has less surf, so patrons can lounge in the tidal pools or scramble to find fiddler and horseshoe crabs.
6.9 Miles
Jumps can be conducted over the beach through the company Skydive Cape Cod which operates the original drop zone in the area. The most common package involves tandem jumping with an instructor.
7.0 Miles
Cape Cod Museum of Natural History features a range of collection-based and live marine exhibits accompanied with off-site nature trips through the nearby forest and marshes and many other interactive and educational programs for all age groups.
7.0 Miles
Visitors to the Stony Brook Grist Mill & Museum are welcome every Saturday. The bottom floor is occupied by a large corn mill, and visitors may purchase sacks of it at low prices. The second floor of the mill is now a museum.
7.2 Miles
Located by the wonderfully restored old train depot, the Chatham Railroad Museum is a museum honoring trains and their history. Enjoy locomotive models, a restored wood caboose that can be boarded and explored, and digital demonstrations of rail history.
7.2 Miles
Featuring views of the ocean, Drummer Boy Park features 18th century shops, windmills, and homes situated on 16 acres. The park also has more modern amenities, like a playground and picnic area.
7.3 Miles
Maps of Antiquity is a local specialty store which offers a wide range of antique maps ranging from 18th-century American maps and nautical charts to maps colored by hand, town/state/country maps and more.
7.3 Miles
Founded in September 2011, the Arconti American Museum boasts a vast collection of art. Enjoy items including historical relics, fine art, and many cultural artifacts that tell a story of local history.