Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Ready to taste Ptown? Lace up for a 2-hour trek through history and coastal rebel lore. You’ll track the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain and dive into the bohemian scene that made this fishing village the birthplace of modern American theater. Find out where the Provincetown Players launched, where an undiscovered Eugene O’Neill staged his first plays. Alongside O'Neill, trailblazing writers like Susan Glaspell, Edna St. Vincent Millay, and John Reed fueled the town's creative fire. Over the decades, icons like Tennessee Williams, Norman Mailer, and poet Mary Oliver drew inspiration from the salt air, while acting legends like Marlon Brando and Bette Davis graced local stages early in their careers.End your journey at Vorelli's Restaurant, a beloved local classic. Sit back, relax, and reward your feet with the ultimate Cape Cod feast: a massive, chunky lobster roll, a rich, creamy cup of New England clam chowder, and a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage of your choice and a ice cream cone
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Cannery Wharf, located at 387-395 Commercial Street in Provincetown, Massachusetts, was historically one of the town’s most picturesque and frequently painted wharves, known for its offset pier sheds and cupola, which created a striking composition. Originally owned by David Conwell in the 19th century, it served as a hub for outfitting whaling and fishing vessels. In 1882, L. Pickert & Company revitalized it as a fish-packing and canning operation, with the adjacent Small’s Wharf used for smoking fish. The wharf was damaged in 1926 when the Coast Guard cutter USCG Morrill sliced it in half during a storm. In 2019, the Town of Provincetown acquired the half-acre waterfront parcel using Land Bank funds and a $400,000 grant, transforming it into Cannery Wharf Park
Provincetown Library
The Provincetown Public Library, located at 356 Commercial Street in Provincetown, Massachusetts, is a cultural and historical gem housed in the historic Center Methodist Episcopal Church, a Second Empire-style building constructed in 1860. Converted into a library in 2002, it serves as a community hub, offering books, digital resources, programs, and events. Its iconic feature is a half-scale replica of the schooner Rose Dorothea, a 66-foot fishing vessel, displayed in the main reading room, commemorating Provincetown’s maritime heritage. The library also houses a significant archive of local history, including the Anthony Bourdain Collection, donated in 2023, featuring manuscripts and materials from his time in Provincetown. Open year-round, it’s a vital resource for residents and visitors, blending historic charm with modern services.
Options
Lobster Legends & Coastal Bites History Tour
What‘s Included
Dessert - Ice cream cone from the Nut House
Lobster Roll/Clam chowder & non-alcoholic beverage
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A very good tour of downtown Ptown
JoAnn B,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cathy was awesome very knowlwdgeable and friendly. Great history of the art, theater districts and food
Tasty tidbits—food and local news!
nr5068,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cathy was a great guide—knowledgeable, informative, tuned in to our interests, and flexible enough to tailor the tour to our interests and timeline! Food choices were delicious and P-town history was fascinating!
Our guide Cathy was fantastic!
sheldonr742,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cathy, our guide, was fantastic ! Her knowledge and enthusiasm was infectious. We highly recommend her and this tour! We are Sheldon and Val Rohde from Dallas Texas.
Great Tour of The Cape
James P,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful and interesting experience! Our guide Cathy was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We were amazed about the history of the Cape. The Lobster roll & beer were good too!
P-town lobster sachay
Marcia L,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Cathy, our tour guide was awesome. She was fun, and very informative! Lobster roll was delicious Great afternoon!
Getting to know PTown.
lisadL385SV,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cathi was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and fun!!! There was a good bit of diversity in the tour. We learned a lot about PTown. I hope she adds shots to the Old Colony Tap stop. :)
Delightful & engaging walking tour
K5408DNkathleenm,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cathy’s an experienced local guide that can tailor your tour based on your interests. We covered a bit of history, arts, food, entertainment, local culture, and the natural environment in a short time. We learned a lot of interesting historical and cultural tidbits about Provincetown that we would never have noticed on our own.
Fun and history too!
spierce77,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cathy was awesome! Never a dull moment and even though I’ve been coming to P-Town for years I still learned a lot! Will be taking her scary tour in October for sure!
Great tour, great facts, great lobster rolls!
Marissa A,Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such an informative and lively tour of Provincetown. This was a tale of two travelers- I’m from New England and learned lots of new facts and enjoyed a classic lobster roll. My husband is from the south, has never been to the cape and is iffy on lobster- he loved the lobster roll and said it may have just changed his mind on lobster and he’s a huge Anthony Bourdain and history junky and got all he could ask for from the tour!
Excellent informational tour of Ptown
Cristina C,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about Provincetown. We enjoyed learning about the history of the town and seeing historical areas that we would have overlooked not knowing they were there. I’d list a couple but wouldn’t want to spoil the surprise for others. We also enjoyed the treats that we experienced during the tour.
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