Lucinda Liphol Tour of Provincetown: History & Comedy

A mile through Provincetown's past, told by someone the Puritans banished for her opinions

The Lucinda Liphol Tour of Provincetown is a guided walking tour through the center of town led by a comedian who tells the area's history with sharp humor. The tour starts at Bas Relief Park, covers about a mile, and runs roughly an hour. It's adults only (21 years old minimum, ID required), and groups stay under 20 people. Offered daily.

Step-by-step itinerary

Provincetown history and comedy tour

• Meet at Bas Relief Park
• Listen to Lucinda Lipol's comedy history
• Walk through Provincetown center
• Learn about Puritan banishment and local stories
• Enjoy a one-hour guided tour

The experience

Lucinda Liphol built this tour around herself: a character based on Anne Hutchinson, the Puritan exile who landed in Provincetown nearly 400 years ago and became an icon for challenging the rules of her time. The walking route moves through the center of town, and what makes it work is that Liphol knows the history cold and can't resist turning it into comedy. She leans into the accusations her character faced (licentiousness, sinful liberty, corrupt opinions), and uses them to unlock how Provincetown became what it is. The hour unfolds as a mile on foot, which means you're moving through actual streets and landmarks, not standing still while someone talks at you.

The tour runs daily and caps at 20 people per group, so it stays small enough that you can hear her and ask questions if the moment opens up. Bring an ID. The 21-and-older rule has no exceptions, and the operator enforces it at the start. The route varies, so if you come back, you'll get a different walk through the same neighborhood. Wheelchair accessible, and service animals are welcome. Public transit stops are nearby if you need them.

What’s included

• A live guide in English.
• the full walking route through Provincetown's center.
• laughter.

Information

Lasts 45m–1h, from US$ 35 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 30 Apr 20271 departing soon ›

GroupUp to 201 private ›

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

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AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Lucinda Lipol

Is this one for you?This is a shared walking tour led by a comedian, so you're listening and moving with a group of up to 20 adults, not exploring on your own or watching a performance from a seat. It suits anyone who wants Provincetown's history told with humor and edge, and who's comfortable with adult-oriented comedy tied to themes of defiance and social convention.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Lucinda Liphol Tour actually about?

The tour tells Provincetown's history through the voice of Lucinda Liphol, a character based on Anne Hutchinson, a Puritan exile banished for her outspoken views. Liphol delivers the town's 400-year story as sharp comedy, using her character's defiance to explain how Provincetown became a place known for challenging convention.

How long is the walk and what does the route cover?

The tour covers about a mile through Provincetown's center, starting at Bas Relief Park, and runs roughly an hour. The exact route varies from day to day, so repeat visitors see different parts of town.

Is there an age limit, and do I need to bring anything?

Yes, the tour is for adults 21 and older only, with no exceptions. Bring a valid ID. The operator checks it at the start. The content is adult-oriented comedy tied to the history, which is why the age requirement exists.

How many people go on each tour?

Groups stay under 20 people maximum, which keeps the walk intimate and lets you hear Liphol clearly without the crowd feeling overwhelming.

When does the tour run, and where do I meet?

The tour is offered daily. You'll meet at Bas Relief Park in the center of Provincetown. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need them to get there.