A view from MacMillan Pier, one of the world’s natural deep water harbors, as Labor Day approaches.
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Mayflower Restaurant Ptown
The Mayflower Restaurant at 300 Commercial St. has been a favorite of Provincetown locals since it opened 90 years ago and continues to be run by the same family. Michael Janoplis started the business in 1929 and ran it until 1962. His grandchildren, Donna Hough and Darin Janoplis, are now in charge and it hasn’t changed all that much—stepping through the door and is a step back in time.
Filmmaker-writer John Waters
Filmmaker-writer John Waters, Provincetown’s most notorious summer resident, is out with a hilarious new book that talks about his life here in town. If you pick up a copy of “Mr. Know-It-All: The Tarnished Wisdom of a Filth Elder” and see riding his bike on Commercial Street, he might stop and sign it for you.
10 of Our Favorite Restaurants in Provincetown!
One of our favorite things to do in Provincetown is to enjoy the many varied and delicious places to eat around town. Each season, there are new places opening and changes to menus that bring new culinary treats. There are so many wonderful places to eat around town but here are ten of our local favorites to check out during your next stay!
Fanizzi’s Restaurant by the Sea
Located only a short walk from Cape Colony Inn, Fanizzi’s has an eclectic and diverse menu from brunch to dinner.
Mews
For over 35 years, Mews has been a Provincetown staple with delightful daily features and comprehensive wine and vodka menus!
Purple Feather Cafe & Treatery
One of our favorite stops for hand made chocolates, fudge, gelato ice cream, & desserts.
The Canteen
A newer addition to the Provincetown dining scene – make sure you check out their wonderful back patio for a meal or drink.
Napi’s Restaurant
This is such a unique place filled with eclectic decor and art from local artists.
Patio
Want to enjoy a lovely lunch or dinner outdoors? This is an excellent spot for people watching and amazing food.
Tin Pan Alley
Waterfront restaurant with a piano bar and lounge that is great for dinner but also a wonderful place to enjoy a drink and watch the show!
Twisted
Home to some delicious pizza and ice cream! Special bonus: they deliver within Provincetown and Truro!
Lobster Pot
What list would be complete without this Provincetown tradition? Located right in the center of town, they are known for, you guessed it, lobster dishes!
Local 186
Craving a burger? This is one of our favorites in town with specialty options as well as vegetarian choices.
Enjoy Your Favorite Ptown Activities For Less at Cape Colony Inn
Summer is in full swing and we hope you are having a great one! There are so many wonderful things to do in Ptown and we want to help you enjoy your favorite activities – for less! Did you know when you stay at Cape Colony Inn, you get discounts at many area attractions? Here are just a few:
- Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch – $5 OFF Adult Ticket
- Cape Code RTA, Shuttle Single Ride Pass – 25% OFF
- Art’s Dune Tours – $5 OFF Any Tour
- Mussel Beach – 10% OFF Day Pass
- Ptown Gym – $3.00 Off Day Pass
- Bike Rentals – Variety of Local Discounts
Bear Week Provincetown 2019
It’s Bear Week in Provincetown, and these bears are having a ball hanging out at Bayside Betsy’s new waterfront deck with some drinks before heading to other events, such as the Boatslip’s famous Tea Dance.
Staying Cool in Provincetown
It may be hot outside but cooling down is no problem when you’re surrounded by the ocean. Melissa escaped the New York City heat by heading to Provincetown and hitting the bay with a beach chair and a book.
8 Travel Quotes to Fuel Your Provincetown Wanderlust
We love a travel quote to get us inspired to explore new places! Here are a few of our favorite “wanderlust-quotes” that get us right in the mood to head to Provincetown!
“I see my path, but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me to travel it.” – Rosalia de Castro
“I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read in the train.” – Oscar Wilde
“A man practices the art of adventure when he breaks the chain of routine and renews his life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new hobbies and adopting new viewpoints.” – Wilfred Peterson
“Here’s to freedom, cheers to art. Here’s to having an excellent adventure and may the stopping never start.” – Jason Mraz
“The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams.” – Oprah Winfrey
“I always wonder why birds choose to stay in the same place when they can fly anywhere on the earth, then I ask myself the same question.” – Harun Yahya
“Half the fun of the travel is the esthetic of lostness.” – Ray Bradbury
“Experience, travel – these are as education in themselves” – Euripides
What are your favorite travel quotes?
A Quick Look At Truro Beach Cottages
10 Iconic waterfront Cape Cod cottages once treasured by fisherman and vacationers alike, revitalized to their original allure. Offering an authentic summer escape preserved from modern extremities, these quaint Cape Cod cottages will bring you back to the outer Cape beaches, the sounds of Cape Cod bay, and the tranquility of all that Beach Point, Truro, Massachusetts has to offer. Located minutes from Provincetown, the culture hub of Cape Cod, Truro Beach Cottages give you access Art Galleries, Photography Studios, Fishing, Watersports, Biking, Cape Cod National Seashore, Café’s, Restaurants, Theatre’s, Parades, Antique Shops, Harbor Cruises, Bookstores, Eclectic Shops, Whale Watching and much much more. Enjoy a casual summer retreat full of activities and festivities just steps from your beach cottage. Quiet evenings with the ocean in the background and the refreshing sea breeze will leave you yearning for tomorrow’s adventure.
Our cottages were updated in 2018 with brand new furniture, mattresses, sheets, pillows, and towels and offer you a casual summer beach vacation.
New Provincetown Businesses For 2019!
We are so thrilled to welcome some amazing new businesses to town this year! The everchanging landscape of Provincetown is one of the things that makes the community unique and wonderful. Each time one visits, it seems that there is something new to experience! This year expect some new places to eat, shop, and even a new brewery! Here are some of the new businesses you can look for on your next Ptown vacation!
Provincetown Brewing Company is coming to 141 Bradford Street (They plan to be open by July)!
From their website: “Provincetown Brewing Co. (PBC) launched Fall 2018, but our tap room and brews will officially roll out in Summer 2019. PBC, founded on the progressive ideals that make Provincetown great, is passionate about brewing quality craft beer. PBC will evoke a sense of community by reclaiming shared, revolutionary, American values, anchored on the iconic geography of Provincetown.”
Check them out here!
170 Commercial Street is turning into a brand new coffee shop named “joe.”
The new owners are creating a coffee shop “with a twist.” This includes nonalcoholic happy hour, “grab and joe” sandwiches, and more! We are so excited to see what becomes of the new joe!
The Club is coming to replace Pied Bar
A supper-type jazz club is coming (hopefully by Mid-June) to Provincetown opened by actress/comedian Lea Delaria. You can read more about it on Ptownie.com for all the details! We can’t wait for this amazing addition to town!
What new businesses are you excited about this season? Read more about other new business openings and transfers here.