Brien’s Teaticket Guidebook
Sightseeing
Island Queen
75 Falmouth Heights RdQuick ferry ride to explore Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard
Take a short hike to the peak with spectacular views of Quissett Harbor and Buzzards Bay, and then take a dip in the sandy beach.
95 locals recommend
The Knob
Take a short hike to the peak with spectacular views of Quissett Harbor and Buzzards Bay, and then take a dip in the sandy beach.
Over 10 miles of bike path stretching from Woods Hole to North Falmouth - including a stretch along the coast
22 locals recommend
Shining Sea Bikeway
569A Woods Hole RoadOver 10 miles of bike path stretching from Woods Hole to North Falmouth - including a stretch along the coast
Great alternative to the Island Queen, this ferry takes you to Edgartown, MV; parking available at the terminal
6 locals recommend
Falmouth Edgartown Ferry
278 Scranton AveGreat alternative to the Island Queen, this ferry takes you to Edgartown, MV; parking available at the terminal
Food scene
Among the best outdoor dining on Cape Cod - overlooks Inner Harbor Marina
50 locals recommend
Flying Bridge Restaurant
220 Scranton AveAmong the best outdoor dining on Cape Cod - overlooks Inner Harbor Marina
Quicks Hole Taqueria
6 Luscombe AveCasual / quick bite - awesome tacos
Located in the heart of Main St - Have a margarita on their outdoor patio
157 locals recommend
Anejo Mexican Bistro
188 Main StLocated in the heart of Main St - Have a margarita on their outdoor patio
Hidden gem - small / out of the way rustic clam shack overlooking Nantucket Sound
19 locals recommend
Jim's Clam Shack
227 Clinton AvenueHidden gem - small / out of the way rustic clam shack overlooking Nantucket Sound
If you want Italian and a little more upscale from the casual beach scene, come here
19 locals recommend
Bucatino Restaurant and Wine Bar
7 Nathan Ellis HwyIf you want Italian and a little more upscale from the casual beach scene, come here
C Salt Wine Bar & Grille
75 Davis StraitsAlways busy - a local favorite
Pickle Jar Kitchen
170 Main StBest breakfast option
Simply Divine Pizza Co.
271 Main StA little pricey, but excellent pizza
Less expensive, good "bar pizza"; sometimes can take a while to get food, though... good option to call ahead / pick up
8 locals recommend
Paul's Pizza & Seafood
14 Benham RdLess expensive, good "bar pizza"; sometimes can take a while to get food, though... good option to call ahead / pick up
Huge deck with a bar for great outdoor dining; turns into more of a club at night, though
24 locals recommend
The Boathouse at Pier 37
88 Scranton AveHuge deck with a bar for great outdoor dining; turns into more of a club at night, though
Incredibly fresh - great for lunch to go. I recommend the Italian bowl.
7 locals recommend
Le Bon Jour
424 East Falmouth HighwayIncredibly fresh - great for lunch to go. I recommend the Italian bowl.
Slice of Italy
797 Main StDeli in the back have the best sandwiches in Falmouth
For a drink or two
Local brewery in their new location - beautiful new farmhouse with plenty of outdoor seating
43 locals recommend
Bad Martha Farmer's Brewery
876 E Falmouth HwyLocal brewery in their new location - beautiful new farmhouse with plenty of outdoor seating
Nice change of pace / complement to beaches - have a glass of wine in the outdoor seating area
69 locals recommend
Cape Cod Winery
4 Oxbow RdNice change of pace / complement to beaches - have a glass of wine in the outdoor seating area
If you are up for a short drive, this brewery in Mashpee has excellent beer, a nice tasting room, and events / activities, many of which are family focused (check their website for calendar of events)
37 locals recommend
Naukabout Brewery and Taproom
13 Lake AveIf you are up for a short drive, this brewery in Mashpee has excellent beer, a nice tasting room, and events / activities, many of which are family focused (check their website for calendar of events)
Recently opened brewery right on Main St in Falmouth - for the beer snobs, some potent craft beers / IPAs. Swing in to their tasting room or pick up an order to-go.
Aquatic Brewing
661 Main StRecently opened brewery right on Main St in Falmouth - for the beer snobs, some potent craft beers / IPAs. Swing in to their tasting room or pick up an order to-go.
Great outdoor seating to grab a stool or table overlooking Falmouth Heights beach - perfect place to come after a day at the beach for a beer and a bite to eat.
Shipwrecked
Great outdoor seating to grab a stool or table overlooking Falmouth Heights beach - perfect place to come after a day at the beach for a beer and a bite to eat.
To grill back at the house
Clam Man
15 Boxwood CirFresh seafood market
A little pricier than the chain grocers, but a great wine selection, fresh bakery, butcher, and even an ice cream stand on the side
29 locals recommend
Windfall Market
77 Scranton AveA little pricier than the chain grocers, but a great wine selection, fresh bakery, butcher, and even an ice cream stand on the side
For the kids
Something to do with the kids if it rains, and FREE! (Small donations assumed upon entry)
69 locals recommend
Woods Hole Science Aquarium
166 Water StSomething to do with the kids if it rains, and FREE! (Small donations assumed upon entry)
Check out their calendar of events on their website, many of which are tailored towards younger kids, or simply walk the grounds and garden trails of this historic site with a museum.
43 locals recommend
Highfield Hall & Gardens
56 Highfield DrCheck out their calendar of events on their website, many of which are tailored towards younger kids, or simply walk the grounds and garden trails of this historic site with a museum.
Since 2014, this renovated carousel of hand carved horses has delighted thousands of kids each season. Includes two wheelchair accessible chariots among the horses. Conveniently located a block behind Main St on the grounds of the Mullen-Hall School.
Carousel of Light
130 Katharine Lee Bates RdSince 2014, this renovated carousel of hand carved horses has delighted thousands of kids each season. Includes two wheelchair accessible chariots among the horses. Conveniently located a block behind Main St on the grounds of the Mullen-Hall School.
Golf
Amazing views from the first tee, this course in Bourne advertises, "a public golf course with a private club feeling." Lots of character in the course layout with most holes designed with significant pitch / elevation. Course is typically in excellent shape. Food is excellent, as well. Many come just for a bite and drink while overlooking the sunset. My favorite public course on the upper cape.
7 locals recommend
Brookside Club
11 Brigadoone RdAmazing views from the first tee, this course in Bourne advertises, "a public golf course with a private club feeling." Lots of character in the course layout with most holes designed with significant pitch / elevation. Course is typically in excellent shape. Food is excellent, as well. Many come just for a bite and drink while overlooking the sunset. My favorite public course on the upper cape.
A great value for a course which is typically very well maintained. There are rumors that this course won't be around soon, so play it while you can.
Cape Cod Country Club
48 Theatre DrA great value for a course which is typically very well maintained. There are rumors that this course won't be around soon, so play it while you can.
Many holes are fairly flat, but conditions are usually decent. Have a separate 9 hole course, which is often available even when their 18 hole course is booked.
8 locals recommend
Falmouth Country Club
630 Carriage Shop RdMany holes are fairly flat, but conditions are usually decent. Have a separate 9 hole course, which is often available even when their 18 hole course is booked.
Just over Falmouth border in Mashpee, this is a decent course, but NOT forgiving if you miss a fairway, as rough is thick woods / brush. Bring extra balls.
Quashnet Valley Country Club
309 Old Barnstable RdJust over Falmouth border in Mashpee, this is a decent course, but NOT forgiving if you miss a fairway, as rough is thick woods / brush. Bring extra balls.
Beaches
Closest public beach to the house at 2.0 miles, this is a sticker-only parking lot. Bring your beach shoes for the rocks.
Bristol Beach, Falmouth, MA 02540, USA
Closest public beach to the house at 2.0 miles, this is a sticker-only parking lot. Bring your beach shoes for the rocks.
Pronounced "Meh-NOT", this beach is a little further down from Bristol Beach, with parking open to the public. Just don't forget your beach shoes, as the beach is rather rocky.
35 locals recommend
Menauhant Beach
Pronounced "Meh-NOT", this beach is a little further down from Bristol Beach, with parking open to the public. Just don't forget your beach shoes, as the beach is rather rocky.
One of Falmouth's more popular and centrally located beaches, situated next to the old Casino Wharf / Soprano's, the primary parking is sticker-only, but there is a short stretch of metered parking spots across the street next to the park. Walking across the street to Shipwrecked for lunch and a drink make this a great option. Ranked #4 on Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth.
Falmouth Heights Town Beach
One of Falmouth's more popular and centrally located beaches, situated next to the old Casino Wharf / Soprano's, the primary parking is sticker-only, but there is a short stretch of metered parking spots across the street next to the park. Walking across the street to Shipwrecked for lunch and a drink make this a great option. Ranked #4 on Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth.
Ranked #1 on Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth, this beach has white sandy beaches and a snack bar, but come early to the either public or sticker beach lots, as it is the most popular in town, and fills up quickly.
42 locals recommend
Old Silver Beach
296 Quaker RdRanked #1 on Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth, this beach has white sandy beaches and a snack bar, but come early to the either public or sticker beach lots, as it is the most popular in town, and fills up quickly.
Located in West Falmouth, the sticker-only parking can be a challenge and the beach gets a bit tight at high tide, but the sunset views in the evening are nice. Ranked #3 on Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth.
Chapoquoit Beach, 104 Chapoquoit Rd, Falmouth, MA 02540, USA
Located in West Falmouth, the sticker-only parking can be a challenge and the beach gets a bit tight at high tide, but the sunset views in the evening are nice. Ranked #3 on Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth.
Ranked #2 of Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth, this beach has sticker-only parking, and a unique feature - when the tide is going in or out, a lazy river runs from the ocean to the bay, so grab a raft and enjoy the ride.
11 locals recommend
Wood Neck Beach
33 Woodneck RoadRanked #2 of Tripadvisor's best beaches in Falmouth, this beach has sticker-only parking, and a unique feature - when the tide is going in or out, a lazy river runs from the ocean to the bay, so grab a raft and enjoy the ride.
Located at Surf Drive beach, which accommodates permit parking and public, this is the location where you can pick up a temporary pass. A food shack is also located behind the building.
Town of Falmouth Beach Department
Located at Surf Drive beach, which accommodates permit parking and public, this is the location where you can pick up a temporary pass. A food shack is also located behind the building.