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The Town of Wellfleet for Couples
The town of Wellfleet is perhaps most famous for its oysters and is bordered by the Altantic Ocean on one side and the calm waters of Cape Cod Bay on the other.
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The Central Village of Wellfleet
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Over half the town of Wellfleet is in the National Sea Shore, which protects it from development, so when you are in the charming village, you’ll be in what we call the ‘true Cape Cod.”
Although the crowds swell during the extended tourist season, it never feels overrun with visitors.
Cultural Couples
Known as "The Gallery Town" Wellfleet offers plenty for art-lovers to explore. The Central Village, just off Route 6, is home to several galleries, as well as restaurants, retail shops and B&B’s. Find a parking spot and explore the Village by foot.
Besides the galleries, there is the Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater, which has recently opened its newest venue, the Julie Harris Stage. For 25 years W.H.A.T has been staging some of Cape Cod's most cutting-edge theatrical productions and, according to no less an authority than the New York Times has brought "a new vigor for theater on the Cape".
Adventurous Couples
Wellfleet is center of Cape Cod's surf scene, with Cahoon Hollow - one of our favorite beaches - offering some terrific year-round surf condintions. You have to be in pretty good shape to navigate down the steep dunes to reach the beach - and in even better shape to climb back up to the parking lot, but it's worth the trek.
Check out Cape Outback Adventures where you can rent a board and a wetsuit (Yes, you WILL need a wetsuit) and even get some instruction, if you need it.
Cape Outback Adventures also runs off-road mountain biking tours that wind their way through the Cape's "Kettle Pond" area. Do note that these are tough trails that require a pretty high level of physical fitness, as well as some mountain biking experience. Didn't think to bring your bike along? Don't worry, they'll also rent you a bike, along with a lock and a helmet (which is mandatory, by the way).
Party Couples
The town of Wellfleet is also home of the Cape's best oceanside bar and restaurant, The Beachcomber. Perched above the beach at Cahoon Hollow, The Beachcomber pends its days as a lunchtime retreat for the beachgoers. It has a raw bar, as well as the typical burgers and fried seafood items. Try to grab a seat outdoors at the bar if you want a more lively atmosphere. And be sure to show your parking ticket if you parked in the Beachcomber's lot. They'll subtract the $15 parking fee from your bill.
The crowd is mixed during the day with singles, couples and some families but the limited parking and steep access deter the youngest and the oldest from exploring this glorious beach.
It is after dark, though, that the Beachcomber becomes a haven for party couples. It has live bands throughout the summer performing everything from reggae to rock, and is definitely one of the more happening places on Cape Cod.
Culinary Couples
One not-to-miss event held the weekend following Columbus Day is the Wellfleet OysterFest , which features the world famous Wellfleet Oysters and showcases shellfish of all kinds. It's a must for even non oyster lovers since it is jam packed with artisans, cooking demonstrations, shucking competitions and samplings from local restaurants.
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