Experience the beauty of Cape Cod’s lighthouses on a scenic tour. Visit the Highland Lighthouse in Truro for a tower tour, museum exploration, and gift shop browsing.
Experience the beauty of Cape Cod’s lighthouses on a scenic tour. Visit the Highland Lighthouse in Truro for a tower tour, museum exploration, and gift shop browsing.
- Highland Light - Enjoy an approximately 90-minute tour of both the Cape Cod Light and the Highland House Museum. Participate in guided tours and have the opportunity to climb to the top of the oldest and tallest lighthouse on Cape Cod! Built in 1797, the Highland Light is steeped in maritime history. This guided tour allows visitors to ascend to…
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Highland Light - Enjoy an approximately 90-minute tour of both the Cape Cod Light and the Highland House Museum. Participate in guided tours and have the opportunity to climb to the top of the oldest and tallest lighthouse on Cape Cod! Built in 1797, the Highland Light is steeped in maritime history. This guided tour allows visitors to ascend to the very top!
Afterward, take a pleasant 10-minute walk to the Highland House Museum. This remarkable museum hosted Henry David Thoreau during the creation of his renowned novel, Cape Cod. Originally the first hotel on the outer Cape, each room has been transformed into “museum rooms” that illustrate life in the 1800s. The museum also features maritime, Native American, and art history. The esteemed artists Edward & Josephine Hopper have a dedicated room showcasing some of their incredible works from the early to mid-1900s. -
Highland House Museum - A stunning museum that was among the first hotels on The Cape. Discover where Henry David Thoreau stayed during his journey while writing his book Cape Cod! Explore the museum on a guided tour to experience life in the 1800s!
Regrettably, the Highland House Museum will not be open for the Saturday 1:00 tour due to a staffing shortage. - Cape Cod Provincelands Trail - On the way to the historic Cape Cod Lighthouse and Highland House Museum, travel through the Provincelands National Park and enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of the famous Cape Cod sand dunes and iconic Beech Forest!

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Discover the rich history of Cape Cod with a visit to Highland Lighthouse, the oldest and tallest lighthouse on the Cape, proudly overlooking the Atlantic since 1797. Once a vital guide for sailors navigating the Outer Cape’s dangerous shoals, it continues to serve as an active navigational aid and a cherished emblem of maritime tradition.
Join us for an…
Discover the rich history of Cape Cod with a visit to Highland Lighthouse, the oldest and tallest lighthouse on the Cape, proudly overlooking the Atlantic since 1797. Once a vital guide for sailors navigating the Outer Cape’s dangerous shoals, it continues to serve as an active navigational aid and a cherished emblem of maritime tradition.
Join us for an unforgettable visit to Truro, where you can:
- Ascend the lighthouse tower for breathtaking coastal vistas
- Explore the keeper’s house and browse the onsite gift shop
- Alternatively, visit the Truro Highland Museum, showcasing local maritime history, Edward Hopper’s connections to Cape Cod, and tales from the area’s early tourism
- Enjoy a picturesque drive to and from the Lighthouse
Whether you’re a lighthouse enthusiast or simply appreciate coastal history, this experience provides a unique insight into the life and legacy of Cape Cod’s rugged coastline.
Admission to either the Lighthouse or Museum is included in the tour price.
- Children must be at least 48” tall to climb due to height of stairs & ladders
- No flip flops are allowed if climbing the lighthouse tower
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.