Explore Martha's Vineyard on a day trip from Boston and see the cottages in Oak Bluffs, the quaint shops of Edgartown, and the Gay Head Cliffs. Upgrade your trip with a guided tour of the island.

About this tour

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 13 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Please call the number on your voucher at least 48 hours prior to your trip date to arrange and confirm your pickup time and location. Be ready to depart at the prearranged location 10 minutes prior to the designated pickup time.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Louis – United Kingdom

Awesome day trip from Boston. Martha’s Vineyard is great, but I’d recommend wrapping up if you’re going during the off season as those winds are cold. But other than that it’s a beautiful place with cute shops and cafes. I’d recommend to anyone.

Louis – United Kingdom

Sinead – Ireland

Tour guide Laurent was amazing, lots of interesting knowledge about the area and lots of stories along the way

Sinead – Ireland

Itinerary

20 pickup location options:
Sheraton Boston Hotel, The Bostonian Boston, Fairmont Copley Plaza, W Boston, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Downtown, Hilton Boston Back Bay, Hilton Boston Downtown/Faneuil Hall, Boston Marriott Long Wharf, 425 Summer St, Boston Park Plaza, InterContinental Boston, an IHG Hotel, Hyatt Regency Boston, The Colonnade Hotel, Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, Omni Parker House, Revere Hotel Boston Common, Boston Harbor Hotel, Seaport Hotel Boston, Loews Boston Hotel, Boston Marriott Copley Place
Bus/coach
(15 minutes)
Bus/coach
(105 minutes)
Ferry
(45 minutes)
Martha's Vineyard
Guided tour (3 hours)
Optional, Extra fee
Martha's Vineyard
Free time (3 hours)
Ferry
(45 minutes)
Bus/coach
(2 hours)
20 drop-off locations:
Boston Park Plaza, Seaport Hotel Boston, InterContinental Boston, an IHG Hotel, 425 Summer St, Boston Marriott Long Wharf, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Downtown, Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, Omni Parker House, Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston Harbor Hotel, W Boston, The Bostonian Boston, Revere Hotel Boston Common, Loews Boston Hotel, Hyatt Regency Boston, Sheraton Boston Hotel, Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Boston Back Bay, Hilton Boston Downtown/Faneuil Hall, The Colonnade Hotel

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Marvel at the fairytale gingerbread cottages and browse the shops at Edgartown
Enjoy the comfort and convenience of round-trip transportation from Boston
Marvel at the beautiful ocean views from Cape Cod on your 35-minute ferry ride
Choose to discover what Martha's Vineyard has to offer at your own pace
Enhance your experience with a 3-hour fully guided tour of this idyllic island

Full description

Discover the scenic island of Martha's Vineyard on a day trip from Boston. Admire the gingerbread cottages of Oak Bluffs and the iconic lighthouse of Aquinnah. Enhance your day by booking the guided tour or choose to explore the island at your leisure. Start your day with a pickup from your downtown Boston hotel in a minibus and enjoy a smooth transfer to the ferry in Falmouth, Cape Cod. Enjoy snacks and bottled water onboard while browsing the Martha’s Vineyard guidebook as you plan your six hours on the island. After a short ferry ride, disembark on the beautiful island. Admire the picturesque gingerbread cottages of Oak Bluffs and explore the quaint downtown shops of Edgartown. Soak up the views at the Gay Head Cliffs and marvel at the famous lighthouse in the town of Aquinnah. Choose to rent a bike or a jeep, or simply explore the island with public transportation. Benefit from a discount card, valid at some of the island's top restaurants and attractions. After your day at Martha's Vineyard has come to an end, take in the views once more from the ferry before unwinding on your comfortable transfer back to Boston.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off (subject to hotel location)
Round-trip transportation from Boston to the ferry in minibus
Round-trip ferry to Martha's Vineyard
Snacks and bottled water on the minibus
Martha's Vineyard Island guidebook
Discounts on selected shops and attractions
3-hour guided tour on Martha's Vineyard (if option selected)

Tips
Bike and jeep rentals
Lunch

Important information

What to bring

Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Pets
Oversize luggage
Smoking
Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

For both options, you will be provided with a discount card valid at some of the island's restaurants and attractions

Top Attractions in Aquinnah

Top destinations

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

Boston: Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour