A Trip to Provincetown, MA 02657
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Find the Fun Things to do in Provincetown, Videos, Photos, Recommendations, and More About PTown
Here on this page, you'll find recommended things to do in Provincetown, along with photos, videos, official links, places to stay, and more about Provincetown. Scroll down to read more!
Left: Intro photo of Provincetown by hbarrison on flickr.
Race Point Lighthouse
Original painting of Race Point lighthouse on this mousepad

Race Point Cape Cod Lighthouse Mousepad by William Nihill
(Click to purchase)
Race Point is one Cape Cod's most beautiful spots to watch a sunset. Even better than the main beach on Race Point is a long walk to the secluded Race Point Lighthouse, which is nearly 2 miles from the nearest road. This painting, featured on this mousepad, is an original oil painting of the lighthouse during the end of summer. Just beyond the lighthouse lies Cape Cod Bay, a dramatic end to any day, and one of the Cape's most perfect spots to catch a sunset.
The Atlantic House in Provincetown is a contender for the oldest gay bar in the United States and Frommer's calls it "the nation's premier gay bar".
Hotels in Provincetown
Where to stay in Provincetown, MA - recommended hotels

The Provincetown Inn
Well known, easy to find, and reliable, the Provincetown Inn is one of the most popular hotels in Provincetown.
Provincetown Bed and Breakfasts
Some of the best places to stay in Provincetown are bed and breakfasts. Here are some of the best ones in town.
The Current Weather in Provincetown, MA
Five day forecast and current weather in Provincetown
Current weather conditions in Provincetown, MA (02657)
Local Pollen Reports
54°F (Feels like 54°F)
Last update: 6/3/12 6:55 PM EDT
Humidity: 94%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 52°F
UV Index: 0 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.64in rising
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 20mph From: Airport Conditions

Tonight
Low
Low: 54°F
Sunrise: 5:07 AM
Sunset: 8:12 PM

Monday
Jun 4
N/A
High: 57°F
Low: 53°F
Sunrise: 5:06 AM
Sunset: 8:12 PM

Tuesday
Jun 5
Showers / Wind
High: 59°F
Low: 54°F
Sunrise: 5:06 AM
Sunset: 8:13 PM

Wednesday
Jun 6
Showers / Wind
High: 62°F
Low: 55°F
Sunrise: 5:06 AM
Sunset: 8:14 PM
Provincetown Reusable Tote Bag
100% cotton canvas reusable tote bag
Go Green Provincetown Reusable Tote Bag
This bag features the state of Massachusetts with green symbols, along with a hand drawn tree on the reverse side. Holds 3-4 times as much as the typical plastic bag! 100% cotton canvas, machine washable, and fade resistant.
Race Point Beach, Provincetown
The northernmost beach of Cape Cod

Race Point Beach Provincetown Ocean Mousepad
One of the best beaches on Cape Cod is Race Point Beach, which is located as far north as you can travel on Cape Cod. To the north is the open Atlantic, with Cape Cod Bay and some dramatic sunsets to the west. Race Point Beach is one of the few spots on Cape Cod where you can witness a spectacular sunset, which draws hundreds of people every night.


Race Point is rather secluded, and that's the best part about it. It's 10 minutes from downtown Provincetown, and even further from the closest town, Truro. Race Point is set back from the main road, Route 6, and offers miles of hiking and bike trails which are paved. Race Point is also well known for its lighthouse, which like the beach, is very secluded. Provincetown Airport can also be found adjacent to Race Point Beach.
Provincetown Links
Official links, businesses, and more in Provincetown
- Provincetown.com
- PTown vacation rentals, homes, webcams, arts, and theater.
- Town of Provincetown
- The official website of Provincetown, provincetown-ma.gov, with upcoming meetings, bylaws, bid opportunities and more.
- PTown.org
- PTown.org, with trip planners, accomodations and other info about the town.
- Provincetown Tourism
- The Provincetown Tourism Office, with information on whale watching, dining and entertainment.
- Boston to Provincetown Ferry
- A 90 minute ferry providing service from Boston to Provincetown, for a day to enjoy the sites of Provincetown. Also, a great way to experience Cape Cod Bay and Massachusetts Bay!
- Provincetown Live Web Cam
- A live web cam of Commercial Street right now!
- Provincetown Public Library
- Provincetown Public Library website, with hours of operation and upcoming events.
- Wicked Local Provincetown
- Provincetown news provided by Wicked Local!
- Spiritus Pizza
- One of PTown's best pizza pizzerias.
- The Mews Restaurant and Cafe
- Oceanfront dining and cocktails from The Mews Restaurant and Cafe in Provincetown, voted the #1 restaurant in Provincetown from Trip Advisor.
A Tour of Provincetown
Watch this video for an overview of Provincetown
The Latest About Provincetown in the News
News, updates and more about PTown

Above: Fishing Boats docked at Provincetown harbor. Panoramic print available from AllPosters here.
- David Drake and Ryan Landry Will Bring Charles Busch's The Divine Sister to ...
- By Adam Hetrick Charles Busch's Off-Broadway comedy The Divine Sister will spread the good word this summer at the Provincetown Theater, with original Off-Broadway cast member, Obie Award winner David Drake. Drake (The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me) ...
- Marriage equality, the musical in Provincetown
- in Provincetown and Brewster. The Provincetown concert begins at 7 pm Friday, June 1, in the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, 236 Commercial St., and the Brewster concert at 3 pm Sunday, June 3, at the Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main St.
- The Brothers' Crusade
- Stephen Schwerner was in Provincetown, Mass., on vacation with his wife. Ben Chaney was at a meeting at his church in Meridian, Miss. David Goodman was a teenager with a summer job, living in his family's apartment on Manhattan's Upper West Side.
- Featured Gay Friendly Accommodations: Christopher's by the Bay, Provincetown
- Perched at the northern edge of Cape Cod, between the sea and the sand of Provincetown's Harbor, you'll find a vibrant, gay friendly New England village called Provincetown. Our Provincetown bed and breakfast, Christopher's by the Bay, is nestled in ...
Things to Bring to Provincetown
Recommended products -what to bring to Provincetown
Provincetown and the National Seashore
Beautiful full color images of Cape Cod's National Seashore and the shore of P'Town
Provincetown and the National Seashore
Amazon Price: $45.00 (as of 06/03/2012)![]()
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Unprecedented in content, Provincetown and the National Seashore offers readers a unique and cohesive group of Provincetown images: from candid portraits of Provincetown residents and celebrities, seasonal landscapes and wildlife, to everyday street scenes from the town's renowned summer season. Over a year in the making, the color photo essay book artistically chronicles Charles Fields's first year in Provincetown, taking readers on a journey of people, places and history in a highly personal and contemporary collection. The book features nearly 140 stunning color images, with special "celebirty appearances" by Poet Laureate Stanley Kunitz, filmmaker and director John Waters, Cape Cod National Seashore Superintendent Maria Burks, nautical explorer Barry Clifford, and famed Provincetown and Ground Zero photographer Joel Meyerowitz.
Provincetown Stats
Population, statistics, income and more for Provincetown
The population of 02657 is 3,401.
That's #14633 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
88% of the population is white, which is 14 points more than the national average.
The average household income in 02657 is $32,716, which is $3,018 more than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $323,600. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 311% from the typical value.
Men make up 54% of the population, and the typical age in this part of MA is 45.4.
Stats about: Provincetown, MA
Population: 3,401Number of Households: 3,890
Average House Value: $323,600
Average Income per Household: $32,716
Elevation: 37 ft
Population Breakdown:
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Provincetown Lighthouse Mousepad (click to purchase)
Photo of Wood End Lighthouse, at the end of a mile long getty that guards Provincetown harbor.
Scenic Provincetown
Still photos of Provincetown in this beautiful slideshow
Find Your Way to Provincetown
Directions to Provincetown via Google Maps
Things to do in Provincetown, MA
Yelp reviews of things to do in Provincetown

Above: The Provincetown skyline as seen from the water, with Pilgrim's Monument seen towering above the other buildings. This print of Provincetown is available from Allposters.
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Active Life in 02657
- Provincetown Bikes (Provincetown)

- "Friendly, fast, quality service. The bikes we had were in great shape and easy to use. They outlined the best bike trips and made everything easy for us." more
- Race Point Beach (Provincetown)

- "great beach and a multi use area too. Very clean and sandy with wicked Atlantic waves lapping on your feet, not the time to swimm right now, but in the..." more
- Herring Cove Beach (Provincetown)

- "This place is absolute pristine beach awesomeness and makes me thankful that I live in MA. I'm sure this place is great during the day but I was here in..." more
- Gale Force Bike Rentals (Provincetown)

- "Horrible experience. Was totally taken advantage of. I could have worn a sign that said: "Look. I am a tourist. Screw me". I tried to rent a tandrum bike...." more
- Flyer's Boat Rental (Provincetown)

- "*My share of the 3 hour boat rental - 40 dollars *A case of Bud Light and bottle of champagne - 20 dollars *Hearing Jeffrey scream like a woman when bigger..." more
Provincetown Photos, Merchandise, and Souvenirs
Products, merchandise, and gifts featuring Provincetown
More Massachusetts Towns and Destinations
Visit these other scenic sights and cities near Provincetown
Provincetown Bumper Stickers, Mousepads and T-Shirts
Souvenirs and merchandise featuring Provincetown
Provincetown Massachusetts Dark T-Shirt
Features a nautical style design on this Provincetown t-shirt.
Provincetown Monument and Cottages
The Provincetown skyline as seen from the cottages near Truro.
Boat in P'Town Harbor Mousepad
A photograph of a boat in PTown harbor, makes a great mousepad for your home office, or as a gift.
Long Point Provincetown
The very end of Cape Cod
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Have You Ever Been to Provincetown?
Tell us about your experience in Provincetown here!
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KathyT
Jan 12, 2012 @ 5:05 pm | delete
- I have visited Provincetown once - Loved it! Never a lack of interesting things to do and see, and very friendly folks!
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zav
Jan 7, 2012 @ 3:05 pm | delete
- I love reading about different places even if I may never get to visit them all. Thanks for a great lens, very interesting.
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ajgodinho May 1, 2010 @ 9:26 am | delete
- Wow, beautiful place and lots to do ~ thanks for introducing Provincetown to us. I loved the pictures and great videos too...you made me want to visit...well done! : )
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