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 January
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Provincetown in January
Estimated hotel price
$97
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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Provincetown. The train journey from Provincetown to New Haven takes 2h 22m and costs around $22 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 Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Provincetown, including OurBus, Concord Coach Lines and Bus. From Providence, the bus ride to Provincetown takes 60 miles and will cost you around $49. From Portland, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 115 miles. 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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 29m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Provincetown. The train journey from Provincetown to New Haven takes 2h 22m and costs around $22 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 Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Provincetown, including OurBus, Concord Coach Lines and Bus. From Providence, the bus ride to Provincetown takes 60 miles and will cost you around $49. From Portland, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 115 miles. 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 (7,132 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,341 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,830 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,703 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,628 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,924 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,465 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,666 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,816 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,517 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,142 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (800 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,287 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,297 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (362 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (867 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,340 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,154 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,880 reviews)
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Where to stay in Provincetown

Average rates range from around $284 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $494 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Provincetown

Most booked hotels in Provincetown

Crowne Pointe Historic Inn Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 186 reviews)
$143+
Top Mast Resort
2 stars
Excellent (9.9, 16 reviews)
$113+
Prince of Whales
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 128 reviews)
$102+
Cape Colony Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1582 reviews)
$90+
Dune Crest Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 783 reviews)
$124+
Surfside Hotel and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8, 576 reviews)
$218+

Renting a car in Provincetown

Renting a car in Provincetown costs $101 per day, on average, or $201 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, 40% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. 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 Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 19% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Provincetown costs $101 per day, on average, or $201 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, 40% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. 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 Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 19% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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