Packed with restaurants and shops, Hyannis Harbor makes a great overnight or daytrip destination for boaters on the south side of Cape Cod.
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For boaters, a visit to Hyannis can be a breeze, in more ways than one, thanks to a thriving harbor that offers easy access to the history, culture, shopping, nightlife, sights and sounds of one of the Cape’s busiest ports.
Dockage, Moorings & Service: Town Marina/Bismore Park(508) 790-6273: Town-managed marina on the inner harbor. Overnight dockage available. Also offers water, electric, public bathrooms (no showers), and pump-out. Short-term dockage during the day may be available, space permitting.
Hyannis Marina(508) 790-4000: Large, full-service marina on the east side of the inner harbor. Offers transient slips, showers, pool, laundry, haul-out, repair and access to two onsite restaurants.
Dockside Marina(508) 790-4000: Moderately priced slips for vessels up to 150 feet, adjacent to the Steamship Authority terminal.
Launch Ramp: A public launch ramp is located on Lewis Bay Road, in the northeast corner of the harbor. This ramp can accommodate large boats on most tides. Limited parking is available onsite, but there is an overflow lot up the street.
Anchorages: The area north and east of Egg Island, in Lewis Bay, offers good depth and holding ground.
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Dining: Baxter’s(508) 775-4490: Venerable dock-and-dine restaurant on the inner harbor, adjacent to the Steamboat Authority docks. Free dockage, space permitting.
Trader Ed’s(508) 790-8686: Waterside restaurant and bar with outdoor pool at Hyannis Marina. Contact marina to arrange a slip.
Tugboats(508) 775-6433: Former sail loft turned restaurant and bar at Hyannis Marina. Contact marina for a slip.
Things To Do: Cape Cod Maritime Museum(508) 775-1723: Learn about the fascinating history of Cape Cod maritime life and culture at this museum at the head of Hyannis Harbor. Offers wooden boatbuilding demonstrations and cruises aboard the traditional catboat Sarah.
JFK Museum(508) 790-3077: The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum teaches visitors about the legacy of JFK and his deep connection to Cape Cod. Learn why Hyannis Port was considered the “heart and home” of the Kennedys, then and now.
Helen H Deep Sea Fishing(508) 790-0660: Runs full- and half-day party boats and private charter trips out of Hyannis for striped bass, bluefish, fluke, tautog, scup, sea bass, shark, and tuna.
Cape Cod Pirate Adventures(508) 394-9100: Kids love this swashbuckling adventure aboard the Sea Gypsy, where they hunt for treasure and engage in a fierce water cannon battle on the harbor.
Stray Cat Sportfishing(508) 364-8192: Discover how enjoyable a day can be fishing with a knowledgeable, courteous captain, a comfortable boat, and quality light tackle.