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This is a beau place. I was very disappointed I had came from Nashville to see this lighthouse and accidentally took wrong turn 40 min out of way. I explained to the lady at the desk I would pay more to go up , she didnt have to give me the full tour just let me go up. I was told the tower closed in 5 min prior and to come back tomorrow. I explained I was only in town for that day and leaves 8 am next day and then offered "HER" $100 to go up. I was told it closed at 530 and it was 535 and she is ready to go home. The tower was gorgeous, staffing wasn't helpful at all. Apparently the tower or her could use the extra money.
Tonya JanschTonya Jansch
00
Lighthouse closed/is being repaired, which is why I gave 3 stars since it was the main reason for my visit - seems like it won’t open until after 2021 season. You can still walk the the observation deck, but that wasn’t it for me because there are definitely better places for a view on the Cape (the viewing de k is farther back for safety). If you like museums, they did have one you could visit - $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and children, 5 and under free. I chose not to go, so I can’t tell you much more than that. There are also links here, so if you’re into golf, I think it would be a beautiful (but windy) game. I’ll definitely try again once the repairs are finished.
Mia CohenMia Cohen
30
Great lighthouse to visit and get up close and personal. A paid tour is offered for those that want to climb to the top of the lighthouse. A view that can’t be beat! There is a little store to purchase some souvenirs and a small area in the back to sit and watch a short film on the history of the lighthouse. It was fascinating to see the process that was undertaken to move the whole lighthouse. Worth the watch. Around back you make make your way down the dirt trail to the original spot of the lighthouse, marked now by a stone with a plaque. Beautiful views of the ocean. Great picture spot.
Ryan NordgrenRyan Nordgren
90
The lighthouse does cost money for both a short tour AND to go up, but you can use student and senior discounts I believe, and having both combined was less. It starts with a small tour of the lighthouse history and you ascend to the top where you can walk around the glass area, which most lighthouses don't let you! The experience was overall great especially for someone who had never been to the top of a lighthouse and enjoys some Cape cod history! However if you also want to do the museum next door it also costs money, so for a big family it can get quite expensive.
Thrifted GalThrifted Gal
00
Great side stop! A “must see” for lighthouse enthusiasts! The tour is worth the $6 fee! If unable to climb, visitors can view a short video covering the same information. A brief history of the lighthouse, it’s keepers, and the ground eroding around it. 69 steps up a narrow spiral staircase to the top, and well worth the views! Books, attire, pins, water bottles, and magnets are available in the gift shop. Though it is not fully accessible, parking with a handicapped placard right at the front door of the gift shop.
Vincent MokarzelVincent Mokarzel
20
I gave Highland Lighthouse 1 star because the sign and website state it was to open last year and no one has bothered to update that information. We walked out to the lighthouse only to find it closed with no information on when it’s opening or why it’s closed. According to the sign it had been closed to do renovations. It appears those renovations have completed as the exterior looked nice. Extremely bummed that I couldn’t get my lighthouse book stamped and no information on when they’ll resume operations.
Stina CoteStina Cote
40
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Address
27 Highland Light Rd, North Truro, MA 02652
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(508) 404-9117
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Website
highlandlighthouse.org
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4.6
(595 reviews)
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cultural
outdoor
family friendly
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