Getting Around Cape Cod
The Cape is shaped like an arm. The part of the arm closest to the mainland is called the 'upper cape' and the end farthest from the mainland is referred to as the 'lower cape'. This is admittedly a little counter-intuitive since much of the 'lower cape' is actually north of the 'upper cape'. Remember Cape Cod has been shaped by the ocean on all sides and it’s really just a large sand bar. What people do is go to the beach.
'Upper' Cape towns include Bourne, Falmouth, Mashpee, and Sandwich. 'Mid' Cape towns include Barnstable, Brewster, Dennis, Harwich, and Yarmouth. 'Lower' Cape towns include Chatham, Eastham, Orleans, Provincetown, Truro, and Wellfleet. Also in the area are the Islands of Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and the Elizabeth Islands including Cuttyhunk.
Our Best Cape Cod Travel Tips
Best Times to Drive to Cape Cod in Season
•Sunday - Thursday
•Fridays before 2 pm or after 9 pm
•Saturdays before 8 am or after 2 pm
Times to Avoid:
•Fridays 2-9 pm
•Saturdays 8 am - 2 pm