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Census-designated place in Massachusetts, United States
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The village of Woods Hole administratively belongs to the town of Falmouth, in the Upper Cape area of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Woods Hole has a great natural harbor and was once a fishing and whaling center but now is known for its beautiful beaches, sport fishing, quaint shops (no chain stores here) and marine research facilities.
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Nobska Rd. About a 10-minute walk from the village, the lighthouse overlooks Vineyard Sound and the Elizabeth Islands, as well as Woods Hole itself.
Pierce Exhibit Center
Ocean Science Discovery Center
Learn about the Institutions research (and their cool boats) with many engaging and kid friendly hands on exhibits.
The aquarium has an outdoor seal pool (feedings are at 11AM and 4PM most weekdays), tanks filled with fish and lots of information about local marine life. Upstairs are touch tanks with horseshoe crabs, starfish, whelks and other animals.
Community Hall
The Festival is held each year from the last Saturday of July through the first Saturday of August. This eight-day event screens around 100 films submitted from around the world.
Year-round breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great for long hours, friendly service, and made-from-scratch breads, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches and organic coffees, cappuccino, espresso, cocoa, chai, teas and cold drinks. Their baked goods are delicious in general, but their bread pudding is worth particular mention, as it's particularly moist, made with raisins, and what tastes like a touch of whiskey.
A Local Staple in the Village of Woods Hole serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Groceries, Fresh Produce, Cut Meats, Full Deli with In House Smoked Brisket , Pulled Pork, House made Pastrami, Extensive Sandwich menu, Salads, Scratch Soups, Homemade Meals To Go. Ice, Farm Fresh Ice Cream, Organic Coffee & Tea, Cold Drinks, Handcrafted Pizza . Located on the water. locals call it the best kept secret. Amazing Decks to view the boats.
Year-round lunch and dinner daily. A favorite for fresh seafood.
Great seafood taco joint -- amazing local salads, lobster tacos, lobster rolls and homemade soups. Great local bands Friday and Saturday 4 - 7 pm in summer.
Lunch and dinner daily. Fun, casual bar atmosphere. Raw bar. Outdoor seating.
The Landfall is a good restaurant for seafood and meat entrees. The sixty-year-old restaurant sits on a pier overlooking the tiny private ferry for Naushon Island, the home of the Forbes family. This restaurant is worth catching a later ferry for.
Luxury lodging right in the middle of Woods Hole across from the ferry terminal. Water views from some rooms, free WiFi, breakfast included, free parking, lovely modern decor.
By bicycle
The Shining Sea bikeway begins at the end of Railroad Ave, right next to the Steamship Terminal & the Leeside Restaurant.
By trolley
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