Explore Cape Cod A Perfect Day in Sandwich

Snowy Owl coffee, a Canal walk, Deli sandwiches at the beach, and an afternoon at Wish Co. and Thatcher & Ellery. Alexandra's #1 tip: Twin Acres ice cream is a Sandwich rite of passage — she photographs her kids there every opening day.

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Sandwich Alex Foley

Explore Sandwich

with Alex Foley of The Cape Social

From the pages of the 2026 Love Local Field Guide

Start your day at:

Grab coffee from Sipjack or Snowy Owl -- both are local favorites. For breakfast, Marshland never disappoints, and The Deli has some of our favorite bagels for a quick, easy start.

Spend your morning:

Head to the Cape Cod Canal for a long walk -- sometimes we cross the bridge to switch up the view. For a quieter option, hike Maple Swamp Conservation Area up to Nye Mountain for a peaceful, scenic trail.

Grab lunch at:

The Brown Jug and Cafe Chew are great choices, but we often stick with sandwiches from The Deli to bring to the beach -- simple and perfect.

Spend your afternoon:

Browse local shops like Wave Cape Cod, Wish Co., and Thatcher & Ellery for unique gifts. We also love Modern Vintage -- it's always a fun find.

Indulge in a treat at:

Twin Acres is a must. It's a tradition for us -- we even take photos of our kids there every opening day.

End your day at:

Dinner at Fishermen's View or the Pilot House is always a great way to wind down. And truthfully, we order from Marshland often -- it's a staple for us.

Bonus -- Hidden Gem or Insider Tip:

If you love a good hike, Mount Nye is worth it. The trail is beautiful, and the view at the top makes it even better.