Highfield Hall & Gardens

Highfield Hall & Gardens

Highfield Hall & Gardens
4.5
Historic SitesGardensArt Museums
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
About
Highfield Hall & Gardens, a five-star rated destination, is a magnificent Victorian mansion with beautiful gardens in the heart of Falmouth. While there's plenty of history within its glorious old walls, Highfield is now a vibrant cultural center offering international contemporary art exhibitions, music performances, culinary classes, family programs, and educational opportunities. The mansion is surrounded by nearly 400 acres of public conservation land and walking trails. As a "must see" on Cape Cod, plan to spend an hour or a day at this family-friendly estate. Closed on Monday excepts holidays.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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CiaoBella112
Highland, NY74 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
We visited Highfield Gardens during a stay in Falmouth in July. The woman who processed our admission was very lovely and gave a quick overview of what to expect on our self-guided tour of the house and property. We appreciated the graciousness of the home and furnishings, but the highlight for us was the current art exhibition called “End to End: Cape and Island Artists and the Land”. The breadth, variety and quality of the artwork was just outstanding. It gave you a real feel for how these local artists perceive their surroundings. It was an unexpected yet totally delightful treat which we thoroughly enjoyed.
Written August 17, 2023
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M F
South Windsor, CT58 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
We stopped to walk around the gardens. The sculpture by Patrick Dougherty is far more impressive and fun in-person that expected. The Sunken Garden was nicely kept up and the exhibit of Fairy Houses were very well done. The trail maps can be a bit hard to follow, so we took an unexpected tour of the woods. The paths are nicely maintained at least. There is a fee to view the interior of the house, but we only came to see the grounds.
Written August 25, 2020
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Alison S
Springfield, MA1,043 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021
Though the house was not open when we visited, there was lots to do & we had a great time. A lot of work is being put into restoring the gardens and they are coming along nicely, with some whimsical touches. Near the house there is a handicapped accessible sensory trail with some large scale instruments you can play. More whimsy & cool sculpture grottos. What we liked best was our hike in Beebe Woods. Best to print out a map (available on the Highfield Hall website) before you leave home. The trails are NOT well marked so we were feeling our way a lot of the time. The trail leaves from the far side of the West Garden. You will find a trail kiosk there. Trails lead off to the right. We successfully found our desired destination - the Punch Bowl - which is a gorgeous, large kettle pond. There was an ole fashioned swimmin' hole with rope swing into the water, and we wished we had our suits on this hot spring day. The woods to and fro are lovely, classic Cape Cod woodland. Many more trails to explore here. (Round trip to Punch Bowl about an hour...)
Written May 29, 2021
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Courtney M
Connecticut40 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Couples
This was a little bit of a disappointment for us but mainly because I was hoping for more gardens. The garden area is rather small and the surrounding paths are primarily small art exhibits. It took us about 30 min to see everything. We didn’t opt to go into the mansion so if you’re interested in seeing that it could be more worthwhile. There are also lots of trails surrounding but only worth venturing if you’re looking for a good hike. Not a leisurely stroll. Overall it was nice but just a very brief visit for us.
Written August 6, 2022
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jcanale72
Goshen, NY143 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021
Although there are beautiful gardens not sure why they charge admission to view a home with antique furniture and artwork. Would have appreciated a tour to accompany the admission charge. The staff was not very engaging, Had to ask for how to get the most out of my visit sentence by sentence. After our third (painful) question we were finally given a map and a little useful advice. I'm upset I paid for this poor customer service, when no one else appeared to be pulling out their wallet.
Written June 6, 2021
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unlikeanyone
Boston, MA19 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Couples
While we support historic homes, we felt admission here was a bit steep given what little remains of the original occupants. We appreciated the amount of work that went into the building's restoration, but it was unclear why the grounds (which were generally in good condition) were free, but the house (unfurnished except for an art exhibition) charged admission. If we had been charged admission for the house and grounds, it would have been understandable. As it was, I wish we had skipped the house. It could benefit from more exhibition materials, perhaps about the history of Falmouth, the family, or general history. It felt quite empty.

The stickwork art installation was amazing and the highlight of the trip. The gardens, as my mother said, had good bones, but were still a bit rough around the edges.
Written August 2, 2021
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Victoria R
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
It's one of our favorite places on the Cape. They have great art exhibits every summer. Concerts, event. Very beautiful forest trails to walk on. Music garden for kids and adults. We go every summer.
Written January 16, 2024
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JJPed
Shirley, MA84 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021
Amazing to see the restoration that has taken place. Congratulations to the Town of Falmouth and all the volunteers for saving this beautiful estate. Well worth the visit and happy to pay the $10 per person admission to support the cause!
Written July 14, 2021
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Linda P
Ballston Spa, NY415 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Solo
The road leading to Highfield Hall and gardens looks exclusive to private property and I never went in before. GPS insisted I could go so after a ride on the bike trail I did. Small free gardens, though very nice, wandering path behind house with xylophone instruments for all to play on, sun garden, rhododendron garden, and formal garden with trimmed shrubs and pathways. Inside house are bathrooms, art and lovely architecture, though fee is included there. $10.00/$8.00(sr)
Written June 5, 2024
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lexmiller
Burlington, MA1,157 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021
Lovely gardens, so many peaceful walking paths, many outdoor art installations. We did not actually go inside the house, but took full advantage of the paths and the sunken garden. You may bring your dog as long as it's kept on leash. Relaxing beautiful spot!
Written August 8, 2021
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