First settled in 1637, and officially incorporated in 1639, Sandwich is the oldest town on Cape Cod. Located on both sides of the Cape Cod Canal, the majority of its population and land mass is on the southerly side of the canal. Sandwich is a mostly residential community with a year round population considerably smaller than during the warm summer. The town's charm and uniqueness, combined with its ideal location, makes Sandwich an attractive place to both visit and live.

Sandwich's beaches along Cape Cod Bay stretch for miles and provide wonderful ocean vistas and views of many vessels passing through on their way to and from the Boston area. Commercial fishermen and lobstermen can be seen unloading their catches at the docks of the Sandwich Marina, the only harbor along the Canal.

Not too far from the marina is historic Sandwich Village, which is a world renowned tourist destination, providing a glimpse into New England's rich Colonial history. Heritage Museums and Gardens, the Sandwich Glass Museum, The Thornton Burgess Museum, Hoxie House (the oldest house on Cape Cod), the Dan'l Webster Inn, Dexter Grist Mill and numerous art galleries, rare book and antique stores are just some of the attractions which bring visitors to Sandwich from all across New England and the world.