⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nobska Lighthouse – A Must-See Cape Cod Gem 📍 Location & Accessibility Nobska Lighthouse is perched atop a bluff in Woods Hole, Falmouth, offering one of the most breathtaking views of Vineyard Sound and the Elizabeth Islands. It’s easily accessible by car, with a small parking area nearby. While limited, the lot turns over quickly, and roadside parking is also available. 🏞️ Scenic Views The panoramic vistas are stunning—especially at sunrise or sunset. You can see Martha’s Vineyard, the ferries passing through the Sound, and a dramatic meeting of sea and sky. It’s a photographer’s dream and a peaceful place to sit, reflect, and take in the coastal beauty of Cape Cod. 🕰️ Historical Significance Originally built in 1876, Nobska Light has rich maritime history and served as a key navigational point for sailors around the Cape. The site is well-maintained, and the Friends of Nobska Light have done an amazing job preserving its legacy. The lighthouse structure itself—white with a black lantern—is classic New England. 🧭 Guided Tours (When Available) Tours inside the lighthouse are occasionally offered by the non-profit organization managing the property. If you get a chance to go inside, the spiral staircase and the lantern room offer a deeper appreciation for the role this lighthouse played in maritime history. 📸 Great for Families & Visitors Nobska is kid-friendly and an excellent stop for families looking for a quick but meaningful activity. Whether you're touring Cape Cod or doing a day trip from Boston, it’s a worthy detour. Picnicking on the grassy knoll nearby is a simple joy. 💬 Final Thoughts Nobska Lighthouse isn’t just a beautiful photo op—it's a serene, historic landmark that captures the spirit of Cape Cod. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or just passing through, don’t miss it.

Possibly the most perfect place on earth. Go. Sit. Stare. Think. Bring a couple layers because it's breezy. Bring some art supplies. Bring a blanket. A great place for star gazing at night. (Photos from Easter 2023)

One of the most fascinating and peaceful places we have visited in recent times. The 360 degree view is enormous. Martha's Vineyard can be seen from here vividly. The Nobska Lighthouse is open only Teo days a week : Tuesday and Thursday from 10.00 AM to 1.30 PM. Tickets only available online. Parking is available for just 6 cars and parking is allowed for one hour only, no charges though. There is a bushy area just across the road where there is a lovely bench hidden and an excellent spot for photographers. Watching the sunset is a must. Roads are very narrow and extremely curvy. Please be careful.

Always beautiful- my favorite road! Make sure when you visit the lighthouse, you walk across the street and go to the little overlook area- if you are brave you can walk down further on the rocks to the water (just be careful of ticks and prickly bushes!)

So beautiful. We were there on a gorgeous day. It was closed because of the government shutdown so we only saw the outside. Outstanding views!

The view is a vibe!! Our girl's trip to Martha's Vineyard was a blast and seeing amazing site and views along the way made the experience 5 star!

Tranquil and beautiful. The little path to the water itself is very pretty as well. The lighthouse itself was closed, but didn’t mind the fewer people.

Wonderful historic little aquarium for an hour or so in quant woods hole. Don't miss the tanks upstairs where you can see "behind the scenes"

Woods Hole Scientific Aquarium is the oldest public aquarium in the United States Established in 1875. It's a fun little aquarium for the kids. Free or make a donation

This place was awesome! I took my 2 year old and she absolutely loved it. They have fish that I’ve never seen before. It’s free admission and lots to look at!

So perfect for my almost-3-year-old twins. They really enjoyed all the fish and it was small enough to hold their attention through the whole thing. No strollers inside and parking is difficult to find since it’s all street parking but we really enjoyed the quick visit.

Nice little aquarium in the heart of Woods Hole. Took our grandchildren here and they loved it. Especially the tanks with the octopus in them. It is pretty small but they only ask for a donation rather than an admission price. Be warned, parking in Woods Hole is pretty rough and the streets are small.

Free self guided aquarium with a lot of information and a wide variety of animals. Also has a seal enclosure and behind the scenes access to learn how the aquarium runs

Last year we went no problems. This year, an older woman at the front desk ruined our experience. My mother is a diabetic and has a service animal And because the dog is small, she questioned us even rolling her eyes. I understand asking if it's a service animal but saying "don't tell me that's a service animal" and proceeding to question it even after the reason was given is a problem. By law you are not allowed to ask for more then the reason for the service animal

Really nice beach trail, parking is kinda hit or miss. One Trail is fairly flat and the other one is a little more uneven.

A beautiful hidden gem that offers a truly enjoyable experience. It's a large area with a lovely walking trail, but don't let the size fool you—the hike is very easy and perfect for all skill levels. You can take a peaceful stroll through the woods and end up at a breathtaking lookout point with stunning views of the water. I absolutely loved my visit and can't wait to go back.

Beautiful views and only a short 10-15 min hike to get to them. The guard who provided directions was very friendly. Truly a nice spot to relax!

Gorgeous views and a nice trail to a rather secluded boulder-stewn beach. 👍👍

Amazing sunset views with a nice hike to get there. Decent amount of parking

Fantastic hike and great park - the views are stunning!

Absolutely beautiful! Pictures don’t do it justice. Worth the walk!

Well maintained. Fun signs. Beautiful views. Easy to hop off to grab a bite to eat in my section. If you enjoy mushroom identification, we've had some fun(gi) finds.

This is a really nice bikeway. Well setup, great scenery, lots of benches. We loved this bike path.

Super great bicycle trail, had a blast, return trip with some nooks and crannies was 23 miles. Maybe a little narrow on a busy day in some some sections where people congregate. The pathway was cool with trees, covering, through some marsh land, beach and getting down to the ferry area. Be careful near the marsh areas poison ivy so be careful if taking a rest to where you lean your bike. Was a great day and highly recommended. Suggest parking County Rd (151) fallmoth was near a little park.

Beautiful biking excursion. The bikeway is in good shape and the vistas are lovely. At the end, there are excellent cafés in Woods Hole.

Amazing bike path!! Paved road throughout. Goes along ocean for a while. Goes though marshy land as well.

Plenty of parking. We'll cared for trail. Recently repaved in some sections. Portal o johns and picnic table available at parking lot.

round trip 20 miles. Beautiful views

Do you love mill stones and anchors? This is the place for you. Spohr Gardens is free and open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The gardens hold events throughout the year, including planting daffodils and welcoming butterflies. While some people with limited mobility may enjoy the main paths and find places to sit, the grounds are not wheelchair accessible. This is the perfect place to relax after several hours of learning history.

Love this garden with something for everyone (except bathrooms) Some wide easy pathways and some fun narrow and winding ones. A lot of old anchors milestones to see. We enjoyed wandering around at own paces and met back up at the car. Lots of plants, trees and wildlife to see.

Even in the rain it's a beautiful garden to walk through. Great collection of mill stones and anchors.

Absolute gorgeous garden in oysters pond, free to everyone. The story behind the garden is beautiful. Be sure to explore all the little trails throughout the garden. Lots of rabbits and chipmunks running around for entertainment. Great place to read a book or just enjoy a quiet afternoon. Definitely recommend visiting this park.

Great place to check out even on a rainy day!!! I can imagine the gardens in bloom in the spring!

Such a magical place to visit. Sweet history of a couple very much in love as these gardens tell their "story". I especially loved the the dock area with all the anchors lined up along the waterline. They were collected through the years from several ships and their "back story" is written down for each one. It doesn't cost anything but donations are always welcome and I'm sure much appreciated. Definitely a place I recommend to visit with the family, your significant other or even by yourself. It's a short peaceful and beautiful walk through "history"....

Gorgeous garden walk, public restrooms would be great

Pub kind of atmosphere but downstairs was more quiet which was where our family of 6 sat. We did mention it was a birthday celebration, but surprisingly, nothing was offered even though we didn't order desert. Quick service , right temperature food. Pleasant staff. The food was good. The mussels and kale soup we really loved. Advance reservation is done here, but we didn't wait at all for seating. We didn't stay for the piano bar, but it seemed like fun! Typical prices ! We all had lovely meals , just the cocktail menu was a little minimal. Champagne prices were a little above what I've seen at most places when compared to higher end restaurants even.

Folksy palce serving old (but not tired) seafood standards. Food is hearty and plenty. Can get very busy, so go early or be prepared to wait

Had a great meal with my husband, son, and his girlfriend. We had drinks and shared two appetizers. After, we each had something different for our main course. I had one of my favorites, the Ceasar Salad with salmon. All our meals were excellent and the portions were large. If I had to make one criticism, it would be the rolls. The rolls they used to serve were better. But that is hardly a dealbreaker when you consider that many restaurants no longer serve bread at all. The best part of our evening was our server, Cassidy. His good humor and welcoming manner made our visit especially enjoyable! Thank you.

The food was delicious. Mahi tacos had so much flavor. Our server was attentive. We highly recommend this restaurant!!

Very popular. The fish is the highlight and the rest of the dishes are so so. It’s a cool vibe actually. Some of the dishes are expensive.

Craved a hearty meal after driving a few hours and checking into our bed and breakfast. We are so glad we chose Quaterdeck. I had the salmon burger and sweet potatoe fries (the burger was charred and DIVINE) and my husband had the pickle brine chicken sandwich (also DIVINE) with French fries. Both were made with love and very much enjoyed on our room balcony. Great value for the price. Do yourself a favor and try it :)

Wow! Best scallops I’ve ever had! Great food, wonderful service and cozy atmosphere. We visited on a November Saturday for dinner. It was very busy but we didn’t wait long for a table. We’ll definitely be back.

Nice atmosphere. Great service. Beautiful meal presentation. Plenty of public parking across the street. A nice area to take an evening stroll afterwards. This is our 3rd time here and we've never been disappointed. Well, the sangrias were just a tad weak but still good.

Food looks good, but lacks flavour. Oysters should not be bland, the unique special flavour was missing from the lobster. This restaurant is near the sea, but ingredients taste like they have been flown in.

Three of us went for dinner thanks to open table. We needed to be sure we had a table. We ordered the swordfish, halibut and shrimp and scallop piccata. They were very generous portions and prepared wonderfully. You won't leave hungry. Out server was friendly and polite and took great care of us throughout. I will return and suggest you give it a try.

Great place food was awesome just a quick stop. Great fish sandwich. Wasn't a fan of the French Fries they where ok.

This was an absolutely incredible experience! First of all, our server, Allison, was phenomenal! She was attentive, helpful, and had a great personality! Then, the food was delicious! I had the lobster bisque and the Fettuccini Alfredo. Very large portions, so be ready to eat leftovers. Thank you!!

My husband and I had such a great meal and experience here last night! The seafood sauté was so delicious as was my husbands chicken parm! Chip behind the bar is a joy. You can tell how well the staff get along too, which makes the whole environment that much warmer and fun. I would definitely be back!

We visited during our vacation and had a. Amazing meal. The staff was so kind and helpful, situating us at a table with plenty of light. The food was outstanding. The oysters were sweet and full of liquor. Everything we ordered was perfect - even though one of us has food sensitivities and needed sauce on the side. Highly recommend - will not be missing this beautiful restaurant next tune around!

Decent pub food with a wide selection. You won't be disappointed with it! Bangers and mash were excellent.

my mom and i were visiting the area and a lot of places were closed so we went to liam’s and sat at the bar. they were only serving wings and pizza so we ordered both and a couple drinks. they had gluten free pizza available which is actually crazy because a lot of places don’t have that as an option yet the cool local irish pub did?? haha we were very happy about that as my mom cannot have gluten and i will avoid it at times as well. the bartender, guy who made our food, and the young girl server were all very friendly and customer service was great. also made a good espresso martini

A popular theme style pub with adequate internal seating. Staff attentive, not a fast food menu, wholesome fare. Reasonable priced menu, with stacks of variety for taste.

A great Irish pub with amazing Guinness beef stew - although it could have done with more veg and a little less beef - but that's personal preference. Entertainment and a great atmosphere, it was a great choice for dinner.

We were surprised at how many great reviews this pub had for their food. We liked their fries however their burger and Shepard pie were quite bland.

The best Hidden surprise when you visit Falmouth is coming to Liam McGuire’s Irish pub . The food, the band ,the staff. This pub definitely makes for one fine memory of your visit to the Cape. The Band starts at 8:00😊

Went here with my wife for our Saturday date. It was the off season and it had been YEARS since we were here last so we decided to stop by to check it out again and have a pint of Smithwicks our favorite Irish ale. It was 3'oclock in the afternoon and we were able to find a couple of empty bar chairs to sit at. The atmosphere was very relaxed and casual and comparable to a few other Irish bars we've been to(Aiden's Pub in Bristol R.I. The Fastnet and Busker's in Newport R.I.) Shay, our bartender was sociable and respectful and was very attentive to all of us at the bar. We thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and our time there. As the time passed, we discovered that Liam Maguire's also has entertainment on various days of the week which can be found on their Facebook page. Although we were there on this visit simply to "enjoy a pint" the menu for food looked tempting. My wife and I enjoyed our visit to Liam Maguire's and we made a vow to come back again, relax, stay a little longer and enjoy some food, some entertainment and all that Liam Maguire's has to offer!

Water Street Kitchen is a foodies paradise: so many great and subtle flavours - you cannot pick your favourite dish. A group of 4 of us went for dinner - which was great as we decided to share and really got to sample the menu. I really did love the the scallops and carpaccio the best - and the cocktails are amazing. A gem at Woods Hole that you should not miss!

Wow! It has been quite a while since we’ve been blown away by a meal like our dinner at Water Street Kitchen. Service was impeccable and everyone seemed so happy to be representing the restaurant. Each dish had different levels of flavor and the ingredients were extremely fresh. We especially loved the heirloom tomato appetizer, haddock, scallops, homemade ice ream and galette. We drove a hour to dine were and our experience made the trip worth it. Definitely check out if you get the chance.

The Water Street Kitchen was such a great surprise. The service was absolutely phenomenal and the atmosphere was classic Cape Cod. Our cocktails were spot on—my wife had the Naked & Famous and I had the Last Word. We shared the Black Bass to start, which was perfect for two and tasted incredible. For entrées, I had the Halibut and she had the Sea Scallops—both were outstanding and we cleaned our plates. Dessert was just as good with the espresso martini roll and homemade Cookies n’ Cream ice cream. Everything from start to finish was amazing. We’ll be back. Highly recommend!

The food itself was decent, but absolutely not worth the price given the poor service. Initially we were excited they added a table for our four legged doggo. Sadly the hostess was the best part of Water Street. A hair was found in the Arctic char. While they did remove the dish from the bill — which we appreciate — the replacement took just as long to arrive as the original, and they left the same silverware that had been used on the contaminated plate. For the high prices, you expect at least competent service. Sadly, that was not the case. Between the long wait to clean dirty dishes, lack of attention, and hygiene concerns, this place just isn’t worth it. There are better spots nearby — go there instead.

We always reserve early each summer for our visit to the Cape. The haddock entree is back on the menu and is delicious (but $45!). The steak carpaccio was also very good. Be prepared to break the budget.

Best food in Falmouth! Everything is fresh, creative, and well done. Service is always great as well. Had the duck breast for main meal and ice cream sandwich dessert.

The wait staff could not have been kinder. The accommodated my allergies beautifully. Food and drink were both excellent.

A great and very popular year round restaurant. They have many specials in addition to the regular menu. The butternut squash soup is delicious. The ambiance is great and feels upscale and romantic but at the same time cozy and friendly. The service was really great. This is a good place to take someone out for their birthday or a special event. Make a reservation in advance, especially in the summer.

We went to dine here for dinner with a reservation. It was a nice quiet evening, not packed but still busy. We were welcomed as soon as we walked in, and taken to our table. The menu for the food is small, but the wine menu is much bigger. We ordered some cocktails, and 2 appetizers to share. The cocktails all had strong colors, especially the Rub-a-dub-dub, almost unhealthy color (LOL) but with an adorable little ducky on it! The server told us that we are welcome to take the ducky with us if we wanted to keep it. The flavors of the cocktails are a-ok, not the best I've had. The server told us all the specials of the night, and we ordered one of the appetizer special, which was a duck leg with noodles. It was so delicious! The meat was tender and packed with flavor, and the noodles had Asian noodle flavor which we all loved. The second appetizer was a lobster strudel, which sounded interesting. It had super crunchy phyllo exterior and moist lobster meat in the inside. Slightly heavy on the salt but otherwise, tasted really nice. For the main, we ordered Seafood Risotto, Seared Scallops, and Wester Ross Salmon. They were presented elegantly on the plate, good quality and nice flavors. Then we decided to get a couple of desserts to share. We ordered one of the special of the night, whiskey chocolate cake with whipped cream and chocolate mousse. It was rich and chocolate-y, delicious! The other dessert was Creme Brulee, a classic. It was a nice size for us to share, creamy and very tasty! The server was really nice, polite, friendly, and we were taken care of throughout the evening. A nice little restaurant with upscale atmosphere and dishes.

Enjoyed this restaurant very much. The food, service and atmosphere were all wonderful.

Hubby and I went away to the cape for our 10 year anniversary and picked this restaurant as a special night out. We arrived a little early but they seated us right away in the front glass window which was so cool. It was the old glass so when you looked out it was wavy, loved it. We shared a special salad with apples and cave aged cheddar which was delicious! Hubby ordered the sous vous Fillet and I ordered the lobster and shrimp risotto. We both loved our meals. They brought us out house made mint ice cream and to celebrate our anniversary at no charge and hubby said it was incredible! We really enjoyed our dinner here!

My family and I have dined at Glass Onion numerous times over the years. Not only is this one of the best restaurants in Cape Cod, hands down, it is also one of the best restaurants I’ve ever dined at in my life. The milieu is calm, lovely, and clean. The furnishings are beautiful and thoughtful and it’s certainly a, “fine dining vibe.” The owners are the sweetest and kindest people. They are extremely welcoming, accommodating and always ensure every guest has an incredible experience. I have never eaten anything at Glass Onion that I didn’t love. The salad is so fresh and always made with local ingredients, soups are so flavorful and all of their dishes are carefully curated and executed. We love their cocktail and wine lists too - excellent selections. Highly recommend if you’re in the area!!

A reliable go to if you feel like splurging or celebrating a special occasion. Like a well maintained dame, gleaming and well polished, the place does not show its age. As far as taste and presentation the food never disappoints. The service the night we went was efficient if a little combative. If there is one reprimand to be made it would be to train some of the staff on how to respond if one has doubts after tasting a bottle of wine. If it feels corked and one expresses doubts about it, not sure saying the restaurant has been serving that particular wine for nine years was the right response. It ended up the wine just needed to breathe but the waiter’s reply changed the mood. We always enjoy it and always feel it was worth the money which for Falmouth is on the high end.

On our 2nd night in Falmouth, we decided to treat ourselves after a full day on the Vineyard. The Glass Onion has been a local staple based on the reviews, so we decided to give this place a try. The interior is intimate and perfect for special occasions and family dinners. Warm tone colors and classic decor the place is cozy. The service was superb, friendly, and attentive, and thankfully, they were able to provide us with recommendations. For drinks we shared a bottle of savignon blanc and their crab cakes. For food they've got a great selection of seafood and seasonal dishes.