Lighthouses:
The Gay Head & East Chop Lighthouses recently turned 150 years old and 130 years old, respectively. These represent two of a total of five lighthouses scattered along the Vineyard and Nantucket sounds. All are fully functional and meticulously maintained.  Tours are available. For more information, visit the Martha's Vineyard Museum.

Gingerbread Cottages:
Nestled within the heart of Oak Bluffs are over 180 small cottages that make up the “Campgrounds.” Evolved from tents & mail-order catalogues, these cottages represent a completely different era and are preserved by private owners and the Martha’s Vineyard Campmeeting Association. For information regarding the Martha's Vineyard Campmeeting Association call 508-693-0525 or visit www.mvcma.org.

Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge:                                                                                        

Chappaquiddick Island's eastern edge is a barrier beach formed thousands of years ago by offshore currents that deposited tons of sand. Today this beach extends for seven miles from Wasque Point past the Cape Poge. Seasonal tours allow visitors to explore Cape Poge's lighthouse, diverse upland and marine habitats, and world-renowned fishing spots.

Flying Horses:
The oldest operating carousel in the country, flying horses represents the birth of Martha’s Vineyard as a tourist destination.  Originally built on Coney Island in 1876, the horses made the trip to Martha’s Vineyard in 1884 and have been a permanent fixture since.  The property is now owned and managed by the Martha’s Vineyard Preservation Trust.  For more information click here.

Gay Head:
Originally referred to as “the gaily-colored head of the island” by sailors, Gay Head (Aquinnah) is the western-most town on Martha’s Vineyard rightly famous for its National Landmark lighthouse and multi-colored clay cliffs.  A trip to the cliffs is surely a treat and on good days, views of the Elizabeth Islands (including Cuttyhunk) and towns as far away as Newport, Rhode Island are visible to the naked eye. Map It>

Mytoi Garden
This wonderfully designed Japanese-Style garden is peacefully located within the pine forest of Chappaquiddick. Walking through the property is a vacation within your vacation and is not to be missed. The Mytoi Garden is easy to reach when on bike-friendly Chappaquiddick. For more information click here or contact 508-627-7689.

Colonial Edgartown:
It is the seat of Dukes County and the largest town on Martha’s Vineyard.  Get lost on its picturesque streets and drift away to the age of Whaling Captains & nautical legends.  Stand at the steps and marvel the dominating Whaling Church, shop unique boutiques and dine on world class cuisine. 

Polly Hill Arboretum:
This year-round arboretum is the work of renowned horticulturalist Polly Hill.  Sitting on over twenty acres of land, the arboretum is home to nearly 1700 different types of plants including the famous “North Tisbury Azalea.”  Polly Hill is open year round. For more information click here. 508-693-9426

Up-Island Stonewalls:
A trip up-island to Chilmark and Aquinnah is a must and the scenery sells itself.  Escape the crowds and take a trip along North, Middle, or South Roads through West Tisbury and Chilmark and take in all the rural delights and perhaps the finest scenery in New England. The boundary-marking stonewalls, rolling hills and sea views will no doubt take your breath away.

Martha’s Vineyard Land Banks & Open Spaces:
Martha’s Vineyard is not only a destination for shopping & dining.  In fact, the island is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Land banks boast miles of trails, kayaking ponds and  room for your four-legged friends to roam. For more information click here. (508) 627-7141

Martha's Vineyard Museum
Edgartown’s Martha’s Vineyard Museum is the Island's largest repository of cultural artifacts, historic photographs, archival records, and genealogical records. The museum strives to broaden awareness and access to the Island's history and shared memory. Come join us and discover our past and present and participate in the museum’s numerous summertime activities.

Aquinnah Cultural Center
Take a stroll around and learn about the island’s indigenous past.  Meet Moshup and experience 10,000 years of legends on Noepe (Martha’s Vineyard). More>

Nature Walks
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
Off Edg-VH Road on Felix Neck Drive
Edgartown, MA 02539
Phone: 508-627-4850
Fax: 508-627-6052
www.massaudubon.org

Equestrian/Horseback Riding

Arrowhead Farm
Indian Hill Rd
West Tisbury, MA 02575
Phone/Fax: 508-693-8831
horses@arrowheadfarm.net
www.arrowheadfarm.net
 
Crow Hollow Farm
Tiah's Cove Rd
West Tisbury, MA 02575
Phone: 508-696-4554
www.crowhollowfarm.com
 
Martha's Vineyard Horse Council
PO Box 833
West Tisbury, MA 02575
Phone: 508-627-3492
 
Red Pony Farm
Edgartown-West Tisbury Road
West Tisbury, MA 02575
Phone: 508-693-3788