Martha's Vineyard Map

Description: This map shows towns, villages, streets, roads, trails, beaches, hills, golf courses, lakes, buildings, airport, and parks in Martha's Vineyard.
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Description: This map shows where Martha's Vineyard is located on the Massachusetts Map.
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Martha's Vineyard is an island located in the Atlantic Ocean south of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Part of Dukes County, the island has an area of about 100 square miles. The island is bordered on the north by the Strait of Vineyard Sound and on the south by the open Atlantic Ocean.

Martha's Vineyard consists of six towns: Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven (Tisbury), West Tisbury, Chilmark and Aquinnah. Edgartown, the oldest settlement on the island, has well-preserved colonial architecture. Oak Bluffs, known for its Victorian cottages, is a popular tourist center. Ferries run year-round to Vineyard Haven, the island's main port of entry.

Tourism is the backbone of the island's economy, especially during the summer months. Tourists frequently visit its beaches, historical sites, and nature reserves. Highlights include Gay Head Rocks in Aquinnah, which offers panoramic views, and the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury, which features a variety of plant species. The Martha's Vineyard Museum in Vineyard Haven offers an insight into the island's history and culture.

Major resorts and attractions include the Harbor View Hotel in Edgartown and the Winnetu Oceanside Resort in Katama. Both establishments offer luxurious accommodations and scenic views. The Flying Horse Carousel in Oak Bluffs, the oldest operating platform carousel in the United States, attracts families and history buffs.

The island of Martha's Vineyard also hosts various cultural events, such as the Martha's Vineyard Film Festival and an agricultural fair that celebrates the island's artistic and agrarian heritage.

Towns on Martha's Vineyard

Beaches on Martha's Vineyard

Main sights on Martha's Vineyard

How to get to Martha's Vineyard?

By Ferry:

Ferries are the most common way to reach Martha’s Vineyard. Here are the primary ferry services:

Steamship Authority: Offers year-round service from Woods Hole, MA, to Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard. Woods Hole is located on Cape Cod, and the ferry ride takes approximately 45 minutes. The Steamship Authority also provides parking and shuttle services from nearby lots to the ferry terminal.

Hy-Line Cruises: Provides seasonal service from Hyannis, MA, to Oak Bluffs. The ferry ride takes about 1 hour.

Island Queen: Offers seasonal service from Falmouth, MA, to Oak Bluffs. The ferry ride takes about 35 minutes.

SeaStreak: Provides seasonal service from New Bedford, MA, and New York City to Oak Bluffs. The ferry ride from New Bedford takes about 1 hour, while the trip from New York City takes approximately 5 hours.

By Air:

Martha’s Vineyard Airport (MVY): Offers regional flights from several locations in the Northeast, including Boston Logan International Airport, New York City, and Washington, D.C. Airlines such as Cape Air, JetBlue, and American Airlines provide service to the island. From the airport, taxis, rental cars, and public buses are available to reach various points on the island.

By Car and Ferry::

From Boston or New York City: Drive to one of the ferry terminals on Cape Cod (Woods Hole, Hyannis, or Falmouth). From Boston, take I-93 South to Route 3 South, then follow signs to the appropriate ferry terminal. From New York City, take I-95 North to Providence, RI, then I-195 East to Route 25 East, and follow signs to the appropriate ferry terminal.

By Bus and Ferry:

Peter Pan Bus Lines and Plymouth & Brockton Street Railway Company: Provide bus service from Boston, Logan Airport, and other locations to the ferry terminals in Woods Hole, Hyannis, and Falmouth. From the bus terminal, you can board the ferry to Martha's Vineyard.

By Train and Ferry:

CapeFLYER: Offers seasonal train service from Boston’s South Station to Hyannis on weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day. From Hyannis, you can take a ferry to Martha’s Vineyard.

Tips:

Reservations: It is advisable to book ferry and flight tickets in advance, especially during the busy tourist season.

Parking: If driving to a ferry terminal, check for available parking options and shuttle services.

Schedules: Verify ferry and flight schedules ahead of time, as they can vary seasonally.