Location: Falmouth
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Top 9 Sights & Landmarks in Falmouth, Massachusetts (MA)
Falmouth ( /ˈfælməθ/ FAL-məth) is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States; Barnstable County is coextensive with Cape Cod. The population was 31,532 at the 2010 census, making Falmouth the second-largest municipality on Cape Cod after Barnstable. The terminal for the Steamship Authority ferries to Martha's Vineyard is located in the village of Woods Hole in Falmouth. Woods Hole also contains several scientific organizations such as the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL), the Woods Hole Research Center, NOAA's Woods Hole Science Aquarium, and the scientific institutions' various museums.
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1. Cornelia Carey Sanctuary (The Knob)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
Before you go.. there is very limited parking. Please try to walk or bike there for a visit. No large gatherings, events or functions are allowed on the Knob property. Nature trails run among the beach, rock and trees of this hidden shelter. Please leave the property as you found it. Dogs are allowed but only on leash. Please clean-up after your dog. This is a non-smoking property.
Reviewed By johnmN719YN - Mashpee, United States
You won't just discover this place. Even when you park, you will have to search for the path through the "tunnel" to entrance. A very unique vista of buzzard bay all year round.TAKE THE RIGHT ST THE FORK!
2. Nobska Point Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 632 reviews
Reviewed By Coastal277953 - Staten Island, United States
As you turn into the road leading to the lighthouse you are struck by the beautiful view of the ocean to your right. The lighthouse is on a hill to the left. The view from the lighthouse is gorgeous and a great place to take pictures.
3. Coonamessett Farm
4. Highfield Hall & Gardens
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4.5 based on 185 reviews
Highfield Hall & Gardens, a five-star rated destination, is a magnificent Victorian mansion with beautiful gardens in the heart of Falmouth. While there's plenty of history within its glorious old walls, Highfield is now a vibrant cultural center offering international contemporary art exhibitions, music performances, culinary classes, family programs, and educational opportunities. The mansion is surrounded by nearly 400 acres of public conservation land and walking trails. As a "must see" on Cape Cod, plan to spend an hour or a day at this family-friendly estate. Closed on Monday excepts holidays.
Reviewed By 512Dick - Saint Johnsbury, United States
We started our visit by looking at the exhibits throughout the 17,800 square foot mansion which is situated on 700 acres high on a hill. There were numerous examples of contemporary rope art by 20 artists. One room was dedicated to the history of the mansion. We found this very interesting previously we knew nothing about the mansion. At one time twenty servants from around the world worked here. Outside, we toured the various gardens and marveled at the gigantic beech trees. We have never seen such large and healthy beech trees. They are different kinds of beech trees and they are just so beautiful. So glad we took the time to visit here.
5. St Barnabas Memorial Church
6. Eight Cousins Bookshop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By marynL2870TD
This charming bookstore in downtown Falmouth has a good selection of local history books and titles by local authors, stocked for, as their sign says, both children and grown-ups. When browsing there in early September, I overheard the store clerk offer to wrap a patron's purchases for Christmas giving in some holiday paper. That's customer service. The entire store is attractively arranged, a treat for the eyes as well as the mind.
7. Marine Biological Laboratory
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4.0 based on 33 reviews
The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is dedicated to scientific discovery and improving the human condition through research and education in biology, biomedicine, and environmental science. Founded in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, in 1888, the MBL is a private, nonprofit institution and an affiliate of the University of Chicago. Learn more about the Marine Biological Laboratory by visiting the Pierce Exhibit Center at 100 Water Street open from April - October. Free public tours are available M-F in July and August at 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM. Reservations are required.
Reviewed By gregdjohnson53 - Spring, United States
As part of a Road Scholar outing we toured the MBL with Alan Kuzirian. He was an amazing individual with an incredible story to tell. His research in Alzheimer prevention is revolutionary. But, back to the MBL - the lecture and tour were a combination of classroom presentation, walking around and hands-on. Their founders philosophy of "study nature, not books" continues today. Their research into memory using seal slugs is extraordinary. Monitor the developments around Bryostatin for breaking developments. There was too much to cover in this review - just GO if you can!
8. Peterson's Farm
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4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By annd7592018 - Falmouth, United States
A small flock of sheep have been introduced recently. Many trails (watch out for ticks) through adjacent Beebe Woods.
9. Woods Hole Drawbridge
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4.0 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By kae213 - Woods Hole, United States
I have spent summers here since 1965 and have always enjoyed the drawbridge. I now live here. In the past, as a pedestrian or bike rider, you could help the bridge tender by opening/closing the gates. That seems to be frowned on more recently; this made up for by the bridge tender's love of dogs. I was here in 2009 when the old bridge was removed and a new one put in. A pedestrian walkway was maintained through the construction. The traffic light at the bridge is the only one in Woods Hole and the bridge opens on the hour and half hour if there are boats wanting to enter or exit Eel Pond.
