Hyannis is a bustling village set on the Cape Cod peninsula. In the lively village centre, you’ll find a good mix of cafes and diners. There are also plenty of gift shops selling Cape Cod memorabilia. Hyannis Harbor is a short stroll from Main Street and is lined with waterfront restaurants serving lobster rolls, fried clams and Cape Cod cocktails.
Ferries depart from Hyannis and whisk you to iconic islands like Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. This makes Hyannis a popular launchpad for holidaymakers bound for the sandy beaches, historic lighthouses and charm-soaked villages of the Cape Cod islands.
Veterans Beach is a short walk from the village and promises golden sand, shallow water and family-friendly picnic tables. Kalmus Park Beach is larger and is great for swimming, sunbathing and windsurfing.
The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum charts the legacy of the iconic US president, who once lived at the private Kennedy Compound. The harbourside Cape Cod Maritime Museum spotlights the village’s seafaring and boatbuilding heritage.
Getting there
Hyannis is located on the Cape Cod peninsula, a two-hour drive from Boston and 1.5 hours from Providence. The village is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. Frequent ferries depart from Hyannis Harbour to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.