Provincetown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Provincetown

With a population of 2,642, Provincetown is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Provincetown deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Provincetown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Victor's (175 Bradford St Ext) and Saki (258 Commercial Street) are great picks.

When to visit Provincetown

Provincetown in February
Estimated hotel price
$79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Provincetown in February
Estimated hotel price
$79
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Provincetown in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Provincetown, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Provincetown

Plane

When flying to Provincetown, you’ll arrive at Provincetown (PVC), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Provincetown departs from New York and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Provincetown, followed by Acela. The train journey from Provincetown to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Provincetown is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 50 miles from Provincetown. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Provincetown, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. The most popular bus station is Provincetown Harwich, located 1.7 miles from downtown Provincetown. Provincetown Ryder St Ext is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Provincetown, you’ll arrive at Provincetown (PVC), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Provincetown departs from New York and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Provincetown, followed by Acela. The train journey from Provincetown to Providence takes 0h 42m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Portland, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Provincetown is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 50 miles from Provincetown. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Provincetown, including CoachRun, OurBus and Bus. The most popular bus station is Provincetown Harwich, located 1.7 miles from downtown Provincetown. Provincetown Ryder St Ext is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Provincetown

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in Provincetown

Average rates range from around $297 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $646 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Provincetown

Most booked hotels in Provincetown

Eastwood at Provincetown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 789 reviews)
$155+
Cape Colony Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 919 reviews)
$119+
Top Mast Resort
0 stars
Excellent (10, 8 reviews)
$96+
Provincetown Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 872 reviews)
$216+
Dune Crest Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 520 reviews)
$148+
Surfside Hotel and Suites
2 stars
Good (7.9, 346 reviews)
$255+

Renting a car in Provincetown

Renting a car in Provincetown costs $128 per day, on average, or $257 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Provincetown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Provincetown is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Provincetown costs $128 per day, on average, or $257 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Provincetown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Provincetown is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.