Highland House and Cape Cod Lighthouse Tour
from $75.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Embark on a privately guided journey through Truro’s soul, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes converge. This tour weaves together three iconic Cape Cod landmarks: The Highland House Museum, Highland Links Golf Course, and the historic Highland Light. Begin at Highland Light, Cape Cod’s oldest lighthouse (1797). Ascend 69 steps to the lantern room for panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and hear the thrilling tale of its 1996 relocation. Next, step into the Highland House Museum, a 1907 farmhouse-turned-hotel-turned-cultural gem. Once a haven for literary giant Henry David Thoreau, who penned parts of Cape Cod here. Explore rooms inspired by Edward and Josephine Hopper’s artistry. Stroll along the Highland Links Golf Course, America’s first 9-hole links course. Nestled amid rolling dunes and windswept grasses. Available June-September only.
1 hour 30 minutes
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
All tours meet directly in Front of the Truro Historical Society- Highland House Museum, Highland Light Road, Truro, Ma.
Itinerary
- 1Highland House Museum
Truro’s Timeless Trio: A Thrilling 2-Hour Guided Tour of Highland House, Highland Links & Cape Cod Lighthouse Dive into Truro’s captivating past with our exhilarating 90 minute guided tour through the Cape Cod National Seashore’s historic gems! Start at the legendary Cape Cod Lighthouse (Highland Light, est. 1797), Cape Cod’s oldest beacon. Ascend 69 steps for jaw-dropping Atlantic vistas, uncovering tales of shipwrecks, its daring 1996 cliff-edge rescue, and visits by Thoreau and Hopper. Next, wander to the Highland House Museum, a 1907 hotel reborn as a cultural treasure. Marvel at Wampanoag artifacts, step into Hopper-inspired rooms, and admire vibrant local art. End with a scenic trek across Highland Links Golf Course (c. 1892), spotting rare migratory birds and ancient flora, capped with a zesty local seafood tasting. Meet at 6 Highland Light Rd, North Truro. June-September, $15 ticket. Book now—parking vanishes fast!
- 2Stop
Perched on Truro’s cliffs in the Cape Cod National Seashore, Highland Light, established in 1797, is Cape Cod’s oldest and tallest lighthouse at 66 feet. Commissioned by George Washington, it guards treacherous waters with a flashing LED beacon. Moved 450 feet inland in 1996 to escape erosion, it offers 69-step climbs for stunning Atlantic views.
- 3Highland Links
Nestled in Truro’s dramatic Cape Cod National Seashore, Highland Links Golf Course, dating to circa 1892, is a 9-hole Scottish-style gem perched on bluffs overlooking the Atlantic. Its rugged fairways, windswept dunes, and deep bunkers challenge golfers amid breathtaking ocean views. Near Highland Light, this historic course blends natural beauty with timeless play. Open April-October, book at 10 Highland Light Rd, North Truro.
What's included
- Admission fee
Not included
- Tips
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
