Hyannis, Cape Cod

Barnstable is comprised of seven villages, of which Hyannis is the largest. Hyannis is also the largest town and economic center of Cape Cod. Hyannis Harbor is bustling with activity--ferries to the islands, fishing and sailing charters, and the Kennedy Monument. Main Street is home to shops, restaurants, and a few nightclubs. Hyannis Port, home to the Kennedy Compound, is a quiet & residential part of Hyannis. Craigville Beach on the Nantucket Sound, popular with younger people, is in neighboring Centerville. Hyannis is a good choice for those who want to be centrally located and enjoy a bit of everything the Cape has to offer in an upbeat, popular location.