Martha's Vineyard
The island of Martha's Vineyard has much to offer, including six charming and picturesque towns, each with its own distinct personality. The brightly painted seaside cottages are eye candy. So are the sandy beaches, historic lighthouses, national wildlife refuge, hiking trails, gleaming sailboats, and the Flying Horses Carousel, which is the oldest in the United States.
Martha’s Vineyard at a Glance
With its sunny beaches and open-air markets, Martha’s Vineyard is a summertime paradise. New England winters can be brutal, but The Vineyard can also be a cozy, snowy retreat. Snuggle up with a good book at one of the bed and breakfasts in the famous gingerbread houses or warm up with a cocktail at the local eatery. Martha’s Vineyard’s nearly 15,000 year-round residents are dispersed between the six towns on the island. During the tourist season, the number of people on the island explodes by roughly 750%!
Where is Martha’s Vineyard?
Martha’s Vineyard is located off the southern coast of Massachusetts’ Cape Cod, with Nantucket island farther east. Martha’s Vineyard Airport is located on the island. Other nearby airports include Nantucket Memorial Airport, Cape Cod Gateway Airport in Hyannis, and Barnstable Municipal Airport on Cape Cod.
Martha’s Vineyard Attractions*
The culinary scene on Martha’s Vineyard is unsurpassed. Some of the country’s top chefs work to create signature entrees and decadent desserts. Although the island is a mecca for sailors, don’t worry if you don’t know your way around a sailboat. You can book a sailing excursion so you can experience the island from all vantage points.
Abiels Ledge
Esther Island
North Ledge
Town Beach
Coskata Beach
Wilkes Ledge
Parkers River Beach
Nobska Lighthouse
Inman Road Beach
Sandwich Glass Museum
Katama County Beach
Peter Foulger Museum
Wianno Beach
Hunts Rock
Owen Park Beach
Mattapoisett Town Beach
Randall Rock
Egg Island
West Island
Seal Rock
Nantucket Aero Light
Baret Island
Uncatena Island
Englewood Beach
Lewis Island
Jetties Beach
Doll Museum
Dowses Beach
Old Schoolhouse Museum And Liberty Pole
East Sandwich Beach
Big Rock
Middle Ledge
Woods Point
Great Rock
Great Island
Scudders Rock
Gooseberry Island
Speaking Rock
Quissett Beach
Lone Rock
Phillis Island
Old Man
Old Brant Point Lighthouse
Hollywoods Beach
Hotels in Vineyard Haven