Walk in the footsteps of pirates in West Yarmouth, a lively coastal village framed by sandy beaches. It’s a gateway to Cape Cod, an enchanting pocket of the United States, famous for its beautiful coastline, picturesque lighthouses and scrumptious lobster rolls. Enjoy a string of family-friendly attractions, including an animal-themed mini golf course and one of the biggest inflatable parks in the country.
Things to do in West Yarmouth
Discover the cape’s swashbuckling past at the Whydah Pirate Museum. The family-friendly museum is named after one of the most famous shipwrecks on the Cape Cod coast and charts the legacy of Captain “Black Sam” Bellamy and his crew. See gold coins, jewellery, weapons and other treasures salvaged from the 18th-century pirate ship.
Bounce, jump and slide at Cape Cod Inflatable Park, an enormous playground packed with rides and attractions for the whole family. It’s one of the biggest inflatable parks in the United States and features a mechanical bull, basketball hoops, an obstacle course, a bungee run and more. Next door is Wicked Waves Water Park, where you can swim in crystalline pools, float along the lazy river and sip drinks at the swim-up bar.
Putt your way past statues of lions, elephants, gorillas and giraffes at Wild Animal Lagoon. The fun-filled, 18-hole mini golf course is set in beautifully manicured gardens and promises surprises around every corner. Pause to snap selfies with the animals as you make your way through the course.
Hunt for shells, sea glass and other treasures on Seagull Beach. The beach is a hive of activity in the summer when locals flock to bask on the soft sand and swim in Nantucket Sound. Buy hot dogs, ice cream and cold drinks from the beachside concession stand.
Getting around West Yarmouth
West Yarmouth is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The village is in Barnstable County, a 1.5-hour drive from Boston and Providence in Rhode Island. Hyannis Train Station is a 10-minute drive away.