About this city
Also known as: P-town
Provincetown is an exceptionally vibrant, progressive coastal enclave perched dynamically at the extreme northern tip of Cape Cod, surrounded on three sides by the wild Atlantic Ocean. Historically notable as the true initial landing site of the Mayflower Pilgrims in 1620 before they sailed to Plymouth, the town evolved into a bustling whaling and commercial fishing port. Over the last century, Provincetown has blossomed into a legendary international arts colony and a world-renowned haven for the LGBTQ+ community, famous for its historic wooden boardwalks and sweeping seaside sand dunes.
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Suggested stay: 2–4 days
Stroll past eccentric boutiques and colorful galleries along bustling Commercial Street, climb the massive granite tower at the Pilgrim Monument, and join an open-air dune shack buggy tour.
