Start ExploringMartha's Vineyard

Martha's Vineyard is a premier New England travel destination with fantastic experiences that await. Explore our site and discover everything you need to know to have an amazing vacation!

Things to do

Places to Eat

Shopping

Places To Stay

Getting Around

Martha's Vineyard Towns

Martha's Vineyard towns each have their own unique character and charm. Explore around and get a taste of everything the Vineyard has to offer!

Edgartown

Oak Bluffs

Vineyard Haven

West Tisbury

Chilmark

Aquinnah

Martha's Vineyard Guides

We've compiled a selection of resources to help you explore Martha's Vineyard and make the most out of your visit!

Vineyard Map

An interactive digital map and directory of Martha's Vineyard beaches, ferries, and lighthouses.

Ferries

Discover the different Martha's Vineyard ferry options, along with travel tips associated with each ferry.

Beaches

Explore Martha's Vineyard's beautiful coastline and discover the unique charm of our beaches.

Weather

Each month on Martha's Vineyard provides charming character. Beat the crowds, visit during the best weather, and discover what others miss!

Martha's Vineyard Ferries

The most common way that visitors arrive to the island is via ferry. There are many ferries that travel to Martha's Vineyard, however the Steamship Authority is the primary service.

If you plan to bring a car: the Steamship Authority in Woods Hole is the only ferry service which can transport vehicles to the island.

Departing Locations

Frequently asked questions

: Martha's Vineyard is an island located 7 miles (11 kilometers) off the southern coast of Cape Cod in Massachusetts.
: Martha's Vineyard is an island without any connecting bridges. The only way to transport a car to the Vineyard is via the Steamship Authority ferry service.
: Ancestors of the Wampanoag people have lived for at least 12,000 years in Aquinnah and throughout the island of Noepe, meaning “land between the streams,” the original name for Martha’s Vineyard. The island was renamed in 1602 by a British sailor named Bartholomew Gosnold, who gave it its present-day name after his daughter Martha. Vineyard is a misnomer as the island does not produce wine. Instead, the name comes from the abundance of viney undergrowth that can be found along the coast.
: Martha's Vineyard is famous for a lot of unique characteristics and activites. Many people visit to enjoy the beautiful beaches, lighthouses, and iconic aquinnah cliffs. Visitors come to walk through the gingerbread cottages, to jump off the famous Jaws Bridge and to ride America's oldest carousel, the Flying Horses. There are many other things Martha's Vineyard is famous for and you can learn more about them by browsing our website.
: Yes! Martha's Vineyard has both Uber and Lyft service available year-round. During the off-season drivers are extremely limited.
: Bring layers of clothing to Martha's Vineyard. You might get a warm day of 65 degrees Fahrenheit and might need a simple base layer, but you could also experience a cold front and need a sweatshirt or coat.