Our 54th Season!

End Your Cape Cod Vacation with a Night or Two in Boston

A frequent question from guests when they’re reserving a room at our Cape Cod beach hotel is “How far is Cape Cod from Boston?” Not far! With Boston just 90 miles from Ship’s Knees Inn, extending your trip by a couple of nights to enjoy Boston is a great idea, especially for international visitors or …

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Live Theater on Cape Cod: A Tradition for Nearly a Century

From Falmouth to Provincetown, live theater on Cape Cod has a long and storied history. Since its inception in the roaring 1920s, countless famous actors have graced the stages of the region, with performances ranging from raucous musicals to heartfelt dramas and cutting-edge experimental works. In fact, one of the great literary lions of American …

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Cape Cod Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries

When we wrote about the Cape Cod Craft Beverage Trail in 2019, we noted that the number of breweries had grown exponentially since Cape Cod Beer, the first microbrewery on the Cape, opened its doors in 2004. Several wineries had joined Truro Vineyards, the first to open, in growing grapes and making wine on our …

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Hiking & Biking the Cape

Cool, sunny days with minimal humidity make spring the perfect time to explore the Cape on foot or on a bike. The Cape Cod Rail Trail, with access right across the street from two bike rental shops in Orleans Center, is a can’t-miss option for biking and hiking. Prefer to walk the road the less …

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