Municipality of Provincetown

Provincetown is proud of its rich heritage, history and natural resources. Provincetown is America’s oldest art colony, the birthplace of American playwriting, and is a bike ride from two of America’s best beaches. Located 120 miles from Boston along the National Seashore on the outermost tip of Cape Cod and surrounded on three sides by the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Cod Bay, Provincetown is a year-round destination with a fascinating history and extraordinary qualities. From incredible beaches and boundless natural beauty to an eclectic arts and culture scene and world-class dining and shopping, Provincetown offers something for each of the diverse visitors it hosts throughout the year.