Walking Trails

There’s no better way to explore Cape Cod than on foot, where you can take in the sights, sounds, scents, and scenery first-hand.

Whether you want the focus to be on history, architecture, or culture, there’s tour for you. Pause and check out sea captain’s homes. Peer closer at garden plantings. Stop in at small businesses. Peruse. Sample. Slow down. Tune in. It’s not too complicated, so long as you bring a comfortable pair of shoes.

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History Family Field Walks | Brewster

Join one of our naturalists and explore the world outside the Museum. Our naturalist will explain the various plants, animals, habitats, and other ecological features along the John Wing Trail.

These walks are approximately 90 minutes over somewhat challenging terrain. Free with Museum admission. 

Barnstable Village Haunted & History Tour | Barnstable

Join professional Ghost Hunters as they walk you through the historic and haunted “Old Kings Highway”. Visit Cobb’s Hill Cemetery where strange and unusual things have occurred and places like the Hedge House where a mischievous specter lurks in the windows. The tour ends at the actively haunted “Old Jail” built in 1690’s by the order of Massachusetts Bay Colony Courts.

Barnstable Village Ghost Hunters Tour | Barnstable

Bring your camera and join us on this one of a kind walking tour with professional Ghost Hunters, hear haunting tales that trouble the town, and investigate a known haunted cemetery. We provide digital voice recorders, so you can learn how to collect EVP’s (Electronic Voice Phenomenon) also known as “recording voices of the dead”. 

Self-guided Walking Tours

Captain’s Mile on Old King’s Highway (Route 6A) | Yarmouth Port

For some of the best views of historical Cape Cod sea captains’ homes, walk along the Captain’s Mile. As you make your way along this scenic stretch, you’ll get a glimpse into the life of some of the Cape’s past and prominent seafaring captains. 

Bass River Village | South Yarmouth

Once occupied by the native Pawkannawkut Indians, Bass River Village is home to more than 50 structures built before the 1900’s. By the turn of the 19th century, the village developed a maritime economy and became one of the main economic centers of Barnstable. 

The Kennedy Legacy Trail | Hyannis

Walk at your own pace to sites in downtown Hyannis significant to the Kennedy family. At each of 10 sites, an informational sign, and links to video and audio information, uncovers stories and history about the Kennedys on Cape Cod. The entire walking trail is 1.6 miles long and may be visited in any order.