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History and Culture Tour, Barnstable

Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States

  • Self-guided
  • About 3 h
  • Works in your browser
  • By HI Hyannis
US$2One-off · no account · no subscription
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  • Start whenever you like, at your own pace

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History and Culture Tour
History and Culture Tour, photo 2
Length
About 3 h
Stops
5
Route
2.8 km
Starts at
HI Hyannis
Price
US$2, one-off

About this tour

“History and Culture Tour” is a self-guided walking tour in Barnstable, United States, made by HI Hyannis. It takes about 3 hours, costs a one-off US$2 to unlock and runs in your phone’s browser with a live map, so you can start whenever you like. No app or account needed.

Step back in time and discover the rich history that has shaped Hyannis, from its maritime roots to its role as a presidential retreat. This tour will guide you through the legacy of the Kennedy family, who called this area their summer home. You'll also explore the deep-seated maritime culture that defines Cape Cod.

Where it starts

The tour starts at HI Hyannis in Barnstable and covers about 2.8 km on foot. The map on your phone takes you there, then on from stop to stop.

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What you’ll see

  • John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum
  • John F. Kennedy Memorial
  • Cape Cod Maritime Museum
  • HI Hyannis

What you get

  • A live map that leads you from stop to stop
  • Stories and photos at every stop, written by HI Hyannis
  • Freedom to pause, skip ahead or finish another day
  • Nothing to install: it runs in your phone’s browser
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