10 TOP Things to Do in Martha's Vineyard (2026 Activity Guide)

Beautiful landscape of Marthas Vineyard Island, Massachusetts.

One of the best sunsets you'll find on the East Coast is here at Martha's Vineyard on Menemsha Bight. The shops in town are quaint, the seafood is out of this world and the memories will be everlasting. #EndlessSummer

Sandy beaches, farmlands, fishing docks, harbor towns and tall lighthouses, Its Martha's Vineyard! It is around an hour of boat ride from Cape Cod to the Oak Bluffs. MV accessible only by boat or air.
This picture was of course taken in summer :) Bright sunny day with blue sky and lush green. In the background is the famous east chop lighthouse. The best of my memories of MV are from East Chop. We rented a bright Red scooter near the Oak Bluffs harbor after getting off from ferry, kicked off our slippers, rode to the sunset ;) I meant we drove to East Chop:)

Must Do : Get that pretty but awfully slow red scooter, drive to the light house, live the dream :)

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Inkwell Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Inkwell Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Oak Bluffs. Stroll along this relaxing area's waterfront, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Oak Bluffs Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Oak Bluffs with a trip to Oak Bluffs Harbor. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

After five+ months of cold weather, occasional snowstorms and chilly rains, New England acquires an enviable summer spirit. The turquoise, blue waves, though mildly cool in the month of June, shimmer under the watchful eye of the powerful sun. Alternating between dips in the water and lazy siestas on the sand, we thanked our lucky stars for deciding to book a stay at Martha’s Vineyard months in advance, which just happened to coincide with a spectacularly breezy and warm weekend. Have you been blessed with good weather during your travels?
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Oak Bluffs Town Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Oak Bluffs Town Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Oak Bluffs. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. Edgartown Harbor Light, a lighthouse located in Edgartown, where it marks the entrance to Edgartown Harbor and Katama Bay

Katama Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Katama Beach during your travels in Edgartown? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Edgartown lighthouse with a view of the city in the background and blue sky

Edgartown Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Edgartown Beach during your trip to Edgartown? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

A gorgeous cliffs at Gay Head with the view of the beach

Gay Head Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Aquinnah when you take a trip to Gay Head Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Menemsha Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Menemsha Beach during your travels in Chilmark? Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.

Lambert's Cove Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Lambert's Cove Beach during your travels in West Tisbury? Amble around the area's white-sand beaches or experience its museums.

Circuit Avenue

During your trip to Oak Bluffs, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Circuit Avenue. Wander the beaches and waterfront in this relaxing area.

Areas of Martha's Vineyard

Edgartown Lighthouse and wildflowers at sunrise

Katama

While visiting Katama, you might make a stop by sights like South Beach and Norton Point Beach.

West Chop

West Chop might not have many top sights, but Tisbury Town Beach and Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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