Cape Cod: Barnstable to Provincetown Self Guided Audio Tour
4.5
Explore Cape Cod and Provincetown at your pace with this self-guided audio tour. Enjoy the rich history, scenic views, and local gems from the comfort of your vehicle.
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Experience
Highlights
Explore Nauset tribe tales and Cape Cod's deep-rooted heritage and legends.
First Encounter Beach: where Pilgrims met Nausets in pivotal historic moments.
Navigate Cape Cod's maritime tales: lighthouses and the "ocean graveyard".
Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary: a diverse haven for nature and bird enthusiasts.
Dive into Provincetown's arts, boutiques, and vibrant bohemian atmosphere.
Full description
Immerse yourself in the captivating tapestry of Cape Cod and Provincetown with our comprehensive self-guided audio and GPS tour. Combining the allure of freedom with seamless location-based storytelling, this tour transforms your drive into an unforgettable journey through time and nature.
Initiate your exploration at the Cape Cod Visitor Center, steering eastward through the annals of Massachusetts' history. The voice guiding you will transport you to the times of the Nauset tribe, the ancient inhabitants of this land. They farmed and fished these shores for millennia, their tales echoing through time – like the heartrending legend of a princess whose tears sustained a fish's life. But their tranquility was disrupted when they witnessed unfamiliar sails on the... moreImmerse yourself in the captivating tapestry of Cape Cod and Provincetown with our comprehensive self-guided audio and GPS tour. Combining the allure of freedom with seamless location-based storytelling, this tour transforms your drive into an unforgettable journey through time and nature.
Initiate your exploration at the Cape Cod Visitor Center, steering eastward through the annals of Massachusetts' history. The voice guiding you will transport you to the times of the Nauset tribe, the ancient inhabitants of this land. They farmed and fished these shores for millennia, their tales echoing through time – like the heartrending legend of a princess whose tears sustained a fish's life. But their tranquility was disrupted when they witnessed unfamiliar sails on the horizon.
Your wheels will carry you to Eastham, guiding you towards First Encounter Beach. Here, listen intently to the riveting chronicle of the first tumultuous meeting and subsequent peace negotiations between the Nauset and the Pilgrims. This encounter reshaped the course of history.
As the path unfolds, you'll be beckoned by the melancholic charm of Cape Cod's lighthouses. These timeless sentinels are not just architectural marvels but pivotal landmarks that once safeguarded ships from the treacherous waters, earning the Cape its moniker of "ocean graveyard."
For those yearning for nature's serenade, an optional detour to the Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary awaits. With diverse biomes stretching over five miles, bird enthusiasts and nature lovers are in for a treat.
The tour then crescendos into Provincetown. This pulsating heart of art and culture is a stark contrast to the somber Pilgrims. Dive into its eclectic blend of galleries, boutiques, and theaters, letting its bohemian spirit envelop you.
Concluding at the Cape's northernmost point, you'll stand at the very location where the Mayflower first anchored. This site, steeped in history, also boasts a vista that is sheer poetry for the eyes.
Throughout your journey, the meticulously crafted audio narratives will automatically activate, painting vivid pictures of Cape Cod and Provincetown's past and present. Experience their beauty, history, and spirit, all while maintaining the freedom to set your own pace and path. No more juggling maps or rigid timetables. As you navigate, let stories emerge, narrating the rich tapestry of Cape Cod and Provincetown. less
Includes
A link to download the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password for your tour(s).
An audio guide, location-aware map, and storyteller — all in one mobile app tour.
Our mission: To explore the world and its many stories. Join us!
Excellent value: Buy only one tour per car. Don’t hassle with “per person” bus tickets.
Ease of use: Stories auto-play based on your location so you don’t have to do anything once you’ve started.
Offline map: Works without a cell signal or wifi once downloaded.
Hidden gems: Visit often-missed spots and enrich your experience with little-known history.
Flexibility: Explore at your own pace with no fixed schedule. Take a break, a hike, whatever, and pick up where you left off!
No expiration date: Your tour is valid for life. Listen whenever, wherever, and however often you want.
All-day support line: Call, chat, or email for help.
Exclude
Transportation, parking fee, food/drinks.
National Park/attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations.
