Edgartown Lighthouse
Edgartown Lighthouse
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The Martha's Vineyard Museum is privileged to be the steward of three of the Island's lighthouses. The East Chop, Edgartown, and Gay Head lighthouses are not only historic reminders of a bygone age, but are working beacons that still send a light out into the night. Beyond their important functional role, these structures also offer visitors spectacular views of the breathtaking beauty of Vineyard Sound, the simple elegance of Edgartown Harbor & Chappaquiddick, and the majestic cliffs of Aquinnah. Major renovations completed in 2007, including installation of a staircase to the lantern room, allow the interior of the Edgartown Light to be open to visitors. A lighthouse keeper will be available and the doors will be open during designated hours. Parking is available, but limited, on North Water Street. The Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA) busses drop off on Church Street in Edgartown. It is a 5-10 minute walk to the lighthouse from this location.
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worktotravel14
Trenton, NJ4,267 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The Edgartown light is a beautiful light in - you guessed it - Edgartown. There is a short walk through coastal shrubbery and bay roses to get to a serene light standing on its own on the shores of a beach. If you are there before mid-afternoon, pay a small fee to climb the light and view all of its features, as well as beautiful views. Walk around the beach (it can be windy) and enjoy what feels like absolutely pristine shores. Worth a visit while you are on the island.
Written May 26, 2024
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Gene R J
Silver Spring, MD11,231 contributions
May 2021
We made this our goal for Edgartown on our day trip around Martha’s Vineyard. Arriving via the Island Queen Ferry at Oak Bluffs, we bought a bus day pass. Bus # 13 took us to Edgartown. The driver said to make a right on Winter St., a left on North Water St. and “voila”, we spotted this beautiful 1875 45’ lighthouse sitting at the end of a sand spit.
Returning to the bus stop we saw many pretty homes, the 1891 Harbor View Hotel, the Chappy Ferry and the Giant Pagoda Tree(brought back in a flower pot by Captain Thomas Milton in 1837) on the nearly 2 mile round trip. Great destination.
Returning to the bus stop we saw many pretty homes, the 1891 Harbor View Hotel, the Chappy Ferry and the Giant Pagoda Tree(brought back in a flower pot by Captain Thomas Milton in 1837) on the nearly 2 mile round trip. Great destination.
Written May 31, 2021
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Sean C
Haleiwa, HI1,779 contributions
Oct 2021
Scenic, tranquil, picturesque. We visited this location with our pup and watched seagulls dropping shells. No crowds (off-season) and easily accessible down trail in a neighborhood. Free on-street parking was a little hard to find but doable.
Written April 6, 2022
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jbrenz
Chicago, IL1,558 contributions
May 2022 • Solo
It was great because it was off season and not crowded. It was also nice because you could walk out right to the lighthouse, too. Unfortunately, the day I had was very foggy and you could hardly see the lighthouse even right up next to it. If you’re on the island, be sure to walk out to the lighthouse and hopefully you’ll have a clearer day than I did.
Written May 22, 2022
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James K
2 contributions
Aug 2020
Iconic lighthouse of Edgartown, was the perfect foreground for morning sunrises from our hotel. The adjacent beach is clean and uncrowded, but located on the Edgartown boat channel...convenient for a quick visit, but not where I'd plan a beach-day.
Written September 15, 2020
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada12,801 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The Edgartown Harbor Lighthouse at the end of north Water Street defines the entrance to the Harbor. The harbor is large and entered through a modest sized channel on the North side of Edgartown.
This lighthouse is certainly worth a photo stop.
This lighthouse is certainly worth a photo stop.
Written January 17, 2024
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DLP
New Jersey3,994 contributions
Oct 2024 • Family
The lighthouse sits on a small stretch of land off the main road of Edgartown. The view from the road is stunning but as you make the small trek down through the beach shrubbery to reach the lighthouse, the views become even more spectacular. Aside from being a beacon of light, the lighthouse is a children’s memorial and the cobble stones surrounding the base of the lighthouse is a remembrance of a child. It is really beautiful and touching tribute.
Written October 24, 2024
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Jewel G
Plymouth, MA20 contributions
Sep 2020
Not a real hike, but a wonderful walk at the ocean. Sand paths lead to the beach and lighthouse. Beautiful ocean views and peaceful surroundings. Perfect for photos or plein air painting. Then we had lunch at the Seafood Shanty. Marvelous day!
Written September 30, 2020
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DisneyCruisingFamily
Floyds Knobs, IN489 contributions
Jun 2021
Just a short jaunt down a sandy path, through the dunes, to the water's edge. The approach to Edgartown Lighthouse is filled with wildflowers & beauty, then opens up onto a marina path that leads directly to the lighthouse. It's a short jaunt, but definitely worth it! This path is accessed across from Harbor View Hotel.
Written June 19, 2021
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The Richardsons
New York City, NY32 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
My family and I spent the week vacationing on Martha's Vineyard this July 2017. We ate at wonderful restaurants, spent time on the beach and touring the island. Although every moment of our vacation was great, visiting the Edgartown Lighthouse was simply monumental. Take a walk to the top and you will never regret it. If he's available, spend some time chatting with Wayde Johnson because you will leave happier than you came and even more enlightened. Wayde was lovely and full of information.I can't put my finger on exactly what it was, but I know that we left with a different perspective and will never regret the walk to the lighthouse. I highly recommend visiting.
Written July 27, 2017
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magaly1328
Hartford, Connecticut
How far is Martha's vinar. From Yarmouth Massachusetts
Written July 25, 2016
Hello, to get to Martha's Vineyard from Yarmouth you will need to drive from Yarmouth, MA to Woods Hole, MA, which is about an hour, and then get on a Steam Ship Authority boat, which will take you on a 45 minute ferry boat ride to Martha's Vineyard.
Written June 9, 2017
Hi. Is the Edgartown Lighthouse reachable by the VTA bus ? If not, how many blocks or minute-walk would that be from the bus stop. We're going there this Labor Day weekend. Thank you so much.
Written July 24, 2016
Not a far walk at all. I'm in my 70's and had no problem. Easy walk and lovely homes with great architecture. Enjoy!
Written July 25, 2016
Brooke, Do you mean the Harborview Hotel that is located across from the Edgartown LIghthouse? It depends where you take the ferry to—closest would be Oak Bluffs rather than Vineyard Haven. From there you can grab a MV bus that will take you to the Lighthouse and the hotel.
Written June 30, 2016
How do i get there using public transportation from the Wesley Hotel in Oak Bluffs?
Written September 7, 2015
Take the VTA bus #13 to Edgartown. Walk down Main Street to Water Street and turn left. Walk 5 blocks.
Written October 7, 2015
Did they charge you going up or going down?
Written August 17, 2015
One or the other, depending upon whether or not the guide is explaining something to another person as you enter. It's a very small space, not easy to miss someone who hasn't paid. Remember, the $5 fee (free for kids under 12) pays for both staffing and maintenance of the lighthouse -- no small feat, exposed to the wind and salt air.
Written August 18, 2015
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