Things To Do

Explore downtown Edgartown

Enjoy the quaint shops, galleries, and restaurants in Edgartown. Some of our favorite shops: Portobello Road, Edgartown Books, North Water Gallery, and the flagship Vineyard Vines store. We recommend wrapping up with a walk along North Water Street - lined with charming, historic whaling captains' homes from the 1600s and 1700s - to the Harbor View Hotel (about an eight minute walk), where you can grab a drink at Bettini. Take a stroll on the beach and see the famous Edgartown Lighthouse. Originally built in 1828, the current Edgartown Lighthouse stands on shore, accessible by a walking path in front of the Harbor View Hotel on North Water Street.

Explore Oak Bluffs

Walk the shops on Circuit Ave. Ride on 'America's Oldest Carousel'. Enjoy pizza and local beer at Offshore Ale. Walk through the Campgrounds to see the decorative 'Gingerbread Houses'. Have a mudslide on the harbor at Nancy's, Lobsterville, or Sand Bar. If you want to be a local, stop by Coop de Ville, or for late night shenanigans head to the Ritz (no, not that Ritz)

Katama Beach/South Beach

Pack the beach chairs and towels. Large sandy beach with plenty of parking and biplanes fly overhead. Free & open to the public. The VTA buses can also take you here via route #8

Menemsha

It’s a quaint fishing village in the northwest end of Chilmark, where it meets the Vineyard Sound. Catch the sunset at the picturesque harbor. Grab a fish sandwich at Larsen's Fish Market.

Aquinnah Cliffs Overlook

The vibrant red, orange, and yellow cliffs are a stunning sight. This is where we took our save the date photos!

Atlantic Restaurant

Our favorite cocktails! Lunch & Dinner offerings. *Does not take reservations

Behind the Bookstore

A hidden outdoor gem of breakfast, lunch, dinner, pastries, and Hemingway bar. A spicy menu of specialty cocktails and a wonderful choice of wines and beer. *Accepts dinner reservations

The Seafood Shanty

Casual eating and drinking with a great view

Espresso Love

Nomans

Guests come for the food but stay for the lawn games and picnic tables – it’s a great place to meet your friends or bring the entire family, and often has live music. No reservations offered here - find a table and order at the counter. For the spirits connoisseurs, Nomans is known for distilling some of the best rum on the island.

Floating Raw Bar Experience

Tour the oyster farm and enjoy a 1-hour "floating raw bar" experience. As seen on PBS, the Discovery Channel and in the Food Network Magazine.

The Black Dog Tavern

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Great chowder!

The Net Result

A fish market and a takeout operation in one. We love to grab a picnic table out front for takeout on a laid back night, or hit the Net Result right when we get off the ferry and are starving for some chowder. The Net Result is BYO, so grab a bottle of wine and a picnic table out front, and enjoy some local seafood. Can't miss: New England clam chowder, whole steamed lobster, peel & eat shrimp, fried clams, swordfish sandwich, sushi, key lime pie by the slice. **No Reservations** Order at the counter.

Outermost Inn

A jaw dropping sunset and romantic dinner. With a gorgeous view right at the foot of the Aquinnah lighthouse, you'll want to arrive early for your reservation and enjoy a glass of champagne at the backyard bar as the sun sets. **Reservations Required**

Katama Kitchen

Just feet away from Martha's Vineyard's active grass airfield, watch historic planes take off and land while you enjoy a meal. Or take a Bi-plane ride around the island!

Jaws Bridge

Jump off the famous Jaws Bridge. Jaws was filmed on Martha’s Vineyard in 1974. The most famous landmark from the film is the Jaws bridge, the bridge that was the home of the iconic shark attack scene in the movie. Step up to the railing and jump down to the cool ocean water below, located on Beach Road near the Oak Bluffs/Edgartown line. It’s a rite of passage on Martha’s Vineyard and a must-do if you’re up for it! Be safe!

Chartered Boats

Catboat Charters Explore the quaint waterfronts of Martha’s Vineyard with only your private group of up to six. Steady As She Goes Charters Enjoy the smooth sailing this catamaran offers with your private group of up to twelve. Mad Max Sailing Adventures Sets sail from Historic Edgartown Harbor on a state-of-the-art Catamaran.

19 Raw Oyster Bar

A quaint restaurant in downtown Edgartown that's owned by John Clift of Vintage MV (so you know the drink selection is on point) and is perfect for lunch or dinner. **No Reservations** but plan for a bit of a wait once you put your name on the waitlist, it's very popular.

The Port Hunter

If you're looking for the late night scene in Edgartown

Chappaquiddick Island

Take the bike ferry to Chappaquiddick Island, and be Happy on Chappy! *We have always wanted to try this*

Island Spirit Kayak

Rent from Island Spirit Kayak and paddle your way through the island’s rich wildlife. Spy shellfish beds, ospreys and their nests and small islands inhabited by rare Piping Plovers. Or, paddle into the calm waters of Sengekontacket Pond to watch the kiteboarders lift off the water into flight.

The Carnegie Heritage Center

Make a stop in here to see their living landmarks, which illustrates the story of Martha’s Vineyard through the lens of the 20 landmarks in Vineyard Trust’s care.

Waterside Market

The perfect place to stop for a bite while shopping in downtown Vineyard Haven.

Bike Rentals

MV is incredibly bike friendly and includes 44 miles of bike paths. It has even been referred to as a "cyclist's paradise." Bike rentals are available once you arrive to the Island: - Martha's Bikes (508) 693-6593 Located in Vineyard Haven - Edgartown Bicycles (508-627-9008) - Martha's Vineyard Bike Rentals (800-627-2763) Located in Edgartown