Provincetown, Massachusetts, also known at P-Town, is one of the top LGBTQ vacation destinations in the United States. Situated on the northern tip of Cape Cod, the small beach town, is a quintessential New England vacation town. You will find seaside resorts, charming B&Bs, historical landmarks, secluded beaches, delicious drinks and tasty seafood. Keep reading to learn more about why you should choose P-Town as your next destination and how to make the most of your visit.
While Provincetown is appreciated by both straight and gay visitors, the queer crowd will find P-Town to be an exceptionally welcoming place for LGBTQ+ travelers. With a population of just 3,000, the city has 10 gay bars, two gay beaches and more than a dozen LGBTQ events each year. The city is home to dozens of art galleries, hundreds of independent shops, a bustling restaurant scene and an endless selection of B&Bs and inns owned by members of the LGBTQ+ community. Fun fact, Provincetown is not just welcoming to gay men, it also has more lesbian-owned businesses per capita than anywhere else in the United States.
You will also find the oldest gay bar in the US, A-House, where you can dance the night away just steps from Commercial Street, touted to be the gayest main street in the country. But don’t stop at a single club. Provincetown has a lot to offer year-round. Below you will find an Event Guide, a list of popular Local Eats, and suggestions for Lodging to help you plan an unforgettable trip!
EVENT GUIDE
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POPULAR LODGING
- Land’s End Inn
- 8 Dyer Hotel
- The Boatslip Resort & Beach Club
- The Brass Key Guesthouse
- Harbor Hotel
- Pilgrim House Inn
- The Red Inn
- The Tucker Inn
- White Porch Inn Art Hotel
- Salt House Inn
LOCAL EATS
- Fanizzi’s
- Lewis Brothers Ice Cream
- The Mews Restaurant & Cafe
- Liz’s Café, Anybody’s Bar
- Relish Bakery & Sandwich Shop
- Ciro & Sal’s
- The Canteen
- Mac’s Fish House
- Strangers and Saints
- Spiritus Pizza
- Front Street
- Lobster Pot
- Provincetown Portuguese Bakery
POPULAR CLUBS