
Hyannis travel guide
Hyannis Tourism | Hyannis Guide
You're Going to Love Hyannis
With a population of 14,120, Hyannis is a must-see destination in Massachusetts, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Hyannis deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Hyannis
Where to Eat in Hyannis
If you’re looking for affordable options, Nonno Pizza Cucina & Bar (640 Main St) and Alberto's Ristorante (360 Main Street) are great picks.
When to visit Hyannis
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hyannis in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, 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 March, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Hyannis, with an average rainfall of 3″.
How to Get to Hyannis
Plane
When flying to Hyannis, you’ll arrive at Hyannis Barnstable (HYA), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hyannis departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 26m.
Car
Another option to get to Hyannis is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 101 km from Hyannis. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.
Airlines serving Hyannis
Where to stay in Hyannis
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hyannis Host Inn and Ocean Street Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hyannis, with prices from $68 to $1,825 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hyannis are about 207% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hyannis
Most booked hotels in Hyannis
Renting a car in Hyannis
Renting a car in Hyannis costs $90 per day, on average, or $179 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, 1% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Hyannis (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Hyannis is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Tesla Model 3 or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Hyannis
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$53/day
Standard SUV
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$56/day


