24Hours In EDGARTOWN E tination for families and people looking to explore New England life, beaches, and fun. To arrive in Edgartown, you can take the direct Falmouth Ferry, that goes from June to September, or the yearround Steamship Authority Ferry that enters through either Vineyard Haven or Oak Bluffs. If arriving into any of the other towns, a quick hop on the bus or a taxi will get you to Edgartown in minutes. Assuming you’ve arrived early morning, our first suggestions will be where to get a great breakfast! From diners to cafes, waterfront to Main Street, you’ll have plenty of choices of freshly made, locally sourced and specialty items to choose from. After breakfast, you’re ready to explore the town with a historical tour of Edgartown or, if you’re a JAWS fan, an Amity Tour that will have you reliving the movie all over again! You’ll definitely want to climb to the top of the Edgartown Lighthouse and have your breath taken away with the view! If you need a bit of adventure, we suggest a Charlie Utz Cape Poge Lighthouse Tour, including a stroll through the Mytoi Gardens on Chappaquiddick. The Trustees, a Massachusetts conservation group, offers family-friendly lighthouse, kayak, and seaside exploration tours on a daily basis Memorial Day through Columbus Day. You don't even need to bring a car to Chappaquiddick – they offer complimentary van pickup for guided tour participants on the Chappy side of the Chappy Ferry! Call 508.627.3599 for more information and to book your reservation. You might also enjoy a bike ride out to South Beach, otherwise known as Katama. This 6-mileround trip brings you to the spectacular wide, wind-swept beach, perfect for walking or jumping in the surf. Be sure to make time for a stroll downtown for some one-ofa-kind, local shopping. Handmade jewelry, clothing, antiques, eyewear, books and so much more await. Once you’ve walked around, explored, and shopped to your heart’s content, you might be hungry for an early dinner - depending on what ferry you’re taking back to the mainland, you might have time for dessert! Dining options include harbor side and Main Street, as well as some gems found just off Main Street. Nearly all offer items for specialty diets as well as plenty of locally sourced foods. No matter what you do in Edgartown - whether you follow our 24 Hour Itinerary of Edgartown or just decide to lay on Fuller Street Beach for the entire 24 hours, we know you’ll have a fabulous time! 114 Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce David Welch ITINERARY
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