Hyannis travel guide
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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 Detroit and takes around 1h 45m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hyannis, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hyannis to Providence takes 0h 41m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Rochelle, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 45m trip.
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 Payless, among others, in Boston.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hyannis, including OurBus, Bus and CoachRun. From Portsmouth, the bus ride to Hyannis takes 121 km and will cost you around $17. From Portland, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 185 km. Hyannis’s bus station is located 1.3 km from the city center.
Airlines serving Hyannis
Where to stay in Hyannis
Average rates range from around $336 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $209 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Cape Cod Hyannis and Best Western Cape Cod Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hyannis, with prices from $102 to $508 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hyannis are about 227% 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 $77 per day, on average, or $154 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Hertz and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Hyannis is the Dollar branch at 480 Barnstable Road, which is 2 km from the city center.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.
Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Hyannis is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
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