24Hours In VINEYARD HAVEN Peter Simon V ineyard Haven, a harbor-side village in the town of Tisbury, is the year-round port for the Steamship Authority ferry service. When you disembark the ferry, you’ll step into a vibrant Cultural District that includes a beautiful waterfront, woode shipbuilding, a state-of-the-art museum, theaters, art studios, galleries and so much more! We suggest you start your day with a great breakfast. There are lots of choices within a short walk of the ferry terminal and you’ll have your choice from waterfront to Main Street, diners and cafes, all of which offer locally sourced and specialty options. Next, make a stop at the Chamber of Commerce information center and pick up a Cultural District map to use throughout the day. Now you’re ready to explore Vineyard Haven Daniel Rodrigues and all it has to offer! Start with a walk down historic Williams Street and check out beautifully preserved whaling captains’ and merchants’ homes. Comb the beach at Owen Park, or enjoy a longer walk or bicycle ride around West Chop for gorgeous views of the Vineyard Sound. 116 Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce Make your way back to Main Street, and the bevy of small side streets that are home to fabulous oneof-a-kind shops, galleries and eateries. In this heart of the Cultural District is a density of creative businesses, from a historic playhouse, several artists’ studios and galleries, wooden ship building, film, music, fashion, architecture and home design. For a sweet treat, stop in to one of many ice cream shops that specialize in small batch choices with so much variety of flavors you may have to have two scoops! Next make your way to the new Martha’s Vineyard Museum located on Lagoon Pond Road, overlooking the Vineyard Haven Harbor. This state-of-the-art museum will inspire all people to discover, explore, and strengthen your connections to the Island and its diverse heritage. You’ll enjoy interactive exhibitions, magnificent displays, concerts, talks and so much more, so give yourself time to explore! The Museum is open yearround, but please visit the website for hours, events and general information mvmuseum.org. Whether dining, shopping or enjoying the natural beauty, we know you’ll have a fantastic day! ITINERARY
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