Sagamore

Getting there

By car Sandwich, is a little more than an hour and a quarter from both Boston and Providence.

From Boston take I-93 south to Route 3 south to the Sagamore Bridge. (Becomes Rt. 6). After the crossing Sagamore Bridge any of the first 3 exits off Route 6 leads into Sandwich. From Providence or points south take I-95 north to I-195 to Route 25 south to the Bourne Bridge (I-495 also becomes Route 25). At the rotary (traffic circle) on the Cape side of the bridge go almost all the way around and travel along the Canal to Route 6. Any of the first 3 exits off Route 6 leads into Sandwich. Rather than taking Route 6, you can continue straight under the Sagamore bridge on Route 6A into town.

By bus Plymouth & Brockton Street Railway, 17 Elm Av., Hyannis, ☏ +1 508 771-6191. Service to most Cape towns.

Getting around

The center of Sandwich is very walkable, but generally a car is the best way to get around.

See

Beaches All require non-resident parking stickers $40/season, Sandwich Town Hall Annex, 145 Main St., +1 508 833-8012.

1 Sandy Neck Beach, Rt. 6A (East Sandwich). Lifeguards, food, restrooms. Six-mile barrier beach on Cape Cod Bay. Special off-road equipment is required to travel down the beach. Parking $10. (updated Jun 2018) 2 Scusset Beach State Reservation, 20 Scusset Beach Road, ☏ +1 508 888-0859. 1.5 miles of beachfront, 98 RV sites and 5 tent-only sites. Parking $14/20 (MA resident/non). (updated Jun 2018) 3 Town Neck Beach, Rte. 6A. No facilities. Rocky, narrow beach at the end of the boardwalk. (updated Jun 2018)

Museums 4 Dexter Grist Mill, 2 Water St, ☏ +1 508 888-4910. Open daily 10AM-4PM in summer, limited hours Sep-Oct. A working 17th-century grist mill on Shawme Pond, which offers tours (with very knowledgable guides) and fresh corn meal. Be sure to fill up your water bottles at the fresh water fountain nearby and feed the ducks on the pond. Watch for the huge turtle. (updated Jun 2018) 5 Hoxie House, 18 Water St, ☏ +1 508 888-1173. Jun to mid-Oct: daily 10AM-5PM. This house was built in 1637, and is probably the oldest restored house on the Cape. (updated Jun 2018) 6 Nye Homestead and Museum, 85 Old County Rd, ☏ +1 508 888-4213. Jun 15-Sep 15: Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM. This classic saltbox was built in 1685 by Benjamin Nye. $5. (updated Jun 2018) 7 Sandwich Glass Museum, 129 Main St, ☏ +1 508 888-0251, [email protected]. Feb Mar: 9:30AM–4PM; Apr–Dec: 9:30AM–5:00PM. Glass blowing demonstrations here and in many other glass artists around town. Sandwich boasts several other fine glass artists such as David McDermott and Michael Magyar. Michael Magyar is also known around town for his "Giants", large illuminated sculptures seen lining Route 6A during the Christmas season. Adults $10, kids 6-14 $2, 6 & under free. (updated Jun 2018) 8 Wing Fort House, 69 Spring Hill Rd, ☏ +1 508 888-1540. Jun 15-Sep 15: Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM. Built in 1641, it's the

Do

1 The Boardwalk, Boardwalk Road. A cool raised boardwalk across Mill Creek to the dunes at Town Neck Beach. Boards are purchased by folks who specify the lettering on them. Parking available. (updated Jun 2018)

Tours LauraJay Sportfishing Charters, 28 Chapaquoit Way, East Sandwich, ☏ +1 508 888-4033. 31' Custom Duffy Sportfisherman leaving from Sandwich Harbor on the Cape Cod Canal. 1-6 person trips, 1/2 or full day. Experienced crew targeting Striped Bass, Blues, Cod, and Giant Bluefin Tuna. (updated Jun 2018)

Buy

Sandwich Farmers Market, Old Main St, ☏ +1 508 420-5475. Jun 12-Oct 16: Tu 9AM-1PM. Browse and buy locally grown and/or produced goods such as: produce, organic vegetables, fruits, honey, eggs, breads, cheeses, oils, vinegar, pastries, live lobsters, potted plants, cut flowers, herbs, soaps/lotions, canned goods, crafts, art, gifts and souvenirs. Free. (updated Jun 2018)

Eat

Budget Twin Acres Ice Cream Shoppe, 21 Route 6A, ☏ +1 508 888-0566. noon-10PM daily. Towards the canal. Popular, but good service. Not homemeade, but many flavors. Beautiful Grounds! (updated Jun 2018) Marshland Diner, 109 Route 6A, ☏ +1 508 888-9824. 6AM-8PM daily. Great breakfasts, also lunch and dinner. Catch their bakery next door. (updated Jun 2018) Seafood Sam's on the Canal, 6 Coast Guard Rd, ☏ +1 508 888-4629. 11AM-9PM daily. (updated Jun 2018)

Mid-range Dunbar's Tea Room, 1 Water Street, ☏ +1 508 833-2485. 11AM-4:30PM, dinner F Sa nights. Much more than tea. If you appreciate refinements, don't miss this lunch. $8-12. (updated Jun 2018) The Local Tavern and Grille, 46 Route 6A (Old King's Highway), ☏ +1 508 833-9590. Seafood and American food.

Splurge Tomatoes Italian Grille & Bar, 280C Route 130. 4:30-10PM daily. Traditional and creative Italian. $12-33. (updated Jun 2018) Amari Bar & Ristorante, 674 Route 6A, ☏ +1 508 375-0011. M–F open 4:30PM, Sa Su also lunch at noon. Contemporary Italian. Brick oven pizza, on the pricey side. (updated Jun 2018)

Sleep

Budget 1 Shawme-Crowell State Forest, 42 Main St, ☏ +1 508 888-0351, [email protected]. Year round, but from mid October to mid April, camping only on Th F Sa nights. Office hours 8AM-10PM daily. Over 285 campsites on 700 acres. Winterized yurts are also available year-round. Hiking, swimming, trails, cross country skiing in winter. (updated Jun 2018) Peter's Pond Campground & RV, 185 Cotuit Rd, ☏ +1 508 477-1775, fax: +1 508 477-2068, [email protected]. (updated Jun 2018)

Mid-range Sandwich Lodge & Resort,, 54 Route 6A, ☏ +1 508-888-2275, toll-free: +1-800-282-5353. Indoor pool, restaurant, free continental breakfast, game room and pool table. Pets allowed. From $89. (updated Jun 2018) Isaiah Jones Homestead,, 165 Main St, ☏ +1 508 888-9115. A step back in time to the romantic and elegant Victorian era in this Bed and breakfast. (updated Jun 2018) 2 Sandwich Inn and Suites, 14 Route 6A, ☏ +1 508 888-0409, [email protected]. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. Set in 7 buildings on 4 forested acres of property, this serene Cape Cod-style hotel is within 2 miles of State Highway 6, Town Neck Beach and the Heritage Museums & Gardens. Free parking, breakfast, rooms, location and service. $124. (updated Sep 2021)

Splurge Belfry Inne and Bistro,, 8 Jarves St, ☏ +1 508 888-8550. Bed and breakfast with 7 rooms. Fine dining in a unique old church. (updated Jun 2018) 3 Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa, 149 Main St, ☏ +1 508 888-3622. Luxurious and historical. Used to be a stage stop in colonial times. 53 rooms. Also offering fine dining with an outstanding wine list. (updated Apr 2025)

Go next

Day trips to Plymouth and other areas of the Cape are quite worthwhile. The Cape Cod National Seashore on the Outer Cape is very beautiful. A trip eastward on Route 6A winds through a number of interesting villages and past numerous galleries and interesting shops. The bridges get very busy on summer Sundays. If leaving the Cape, try to leave before noon or after 8PM.