Best points of interest near Orleans
20 points of interest · 20 ranked · updated 2026-07-15 · off-season
Explore the best points of interest near Orleans, Massachusetts — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 20 points of interest · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
French Cable Station Museum
1.5 mi away
The French Cable Station is a historic telegraph station on the southeast corner of Cove Road and MA 28 in Orleans, Massachusetts. (Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)
Why 40: protected / landmark status
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#2
Coast Guard Motor Lifeboat CG 36500
2.8 mi away
Coast Guard Motor Lifeboat CG-36500 is a historic, 36-foot lifeboat that is berthed at Rock Harbor in Orleans, Massachusetts. Built in 1946, it is notable for its involvement in…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#3
Penniman House
3.4 mi away
The Penniman House is a historic landmark located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, within the boundaries of the Berkshire Mountains. This attraction is a must-visit for history…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#4
Brewster Historical Society
3.5 mi away
The Brewster Historical Society is a museum operated by the Town of Brewster in Massachusetts. Located on Cape Cod near Yarmouth, it preserves and presents local history for…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#5
Hemenway
3.8 mi away
Hemenway Point is a point of interest located in the Massachusetts Bay National Park. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The point is named after the…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#6
Chatham Marconi Maritime Center
4.5 mi away
The Chatham Marconi Maritime Center is a museum located in Chatham, Massachusetts, dedicated to maritime history and wireless communication heritage. Visitors can explore exhibits…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#7
Salt Pond Visitor Center
4.7 mi away
The Salt Pond Visitor Center is a must-visit point of interest for anyone touring Cape Cod National Seashore in Massachusetts. Located in Eastham, it offers an excellent starting…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
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#8
Eastham 1869 Schoolhouse Museum
4.8 mi away
This museum in Eastham, Massachusetts preserves a schoolhouse from 1869, offering visitors a glimpse into local educational history from the 19th century. Located near Yarmouth on…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#9
Drummer Boy Museum
5.6 mi away
The Drummer Boy Museum is located near Yarmouth in Massachusetts at a low elevation of 16 feet. This museum offers visitors an opportunity to explore exhibits related to local…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#10
SS James Longstreet
5.6 mi away
SS James Longstreet was a Liberty ship built in the United States during World War II. Named after the Confederate general James Longstreet, she entered service in 1942, but was…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#11
Stick'n Rudder Aero Tours
5.6 mi away
Stick'n Rudder Aero Tours is an aerial tour attraction located near Yarmouth in southeastern Massachusetts. Visitors can experience scenic flights over the Cape Cod region from…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#12
Fish Pier Observation Deck
5.7 mi away
Fish Pier Observation Deck is an attraction located in Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Visitors can access waterfront views from this observation area situated at the working fish pier…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
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#13
French Cable Hut
6.3 mi away
French Cable Hut is a historic site located near Yarmouth, Massachusetts. The structure preserves an important piece of local maritime history related to transatlantic cable…
Why 40: protected / landmark status
40Rated
Points of Interest near Orleans
The Orleans area has 20 points of interest on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
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