Free Mini Guide: Summer Weekend in Martha’s Vineyard

Free Mini Guide: Summer Weekend in Martha’s Vineyard

Adventurous and affordable mini guide to Martha's Vineyard. Pedestrian & biking travel. I recommend traveling to MV in May, 1st week of June, Last week of August or September to beat the crowds. However, there can be great last minute discounts throughout the summer - keep your eye out.
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Oak Bluffs Hotel Options that are perfect for a weekend getaway but won't break the bank.

Morgan Hotel
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Recently renovated - this hotel is small but cozy and provides the perfect place to rest your head after a long day of island adventure.
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Summercamp
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Lark hotels are such gems! They provide the perfect New England feel and will leave you wanting to travel to all their other locations.
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Day 1

Take the ferry from Falmouth - if you have a bike I recommend bringing it. It will save you $ for rentals. 

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Land in Oak Bluffs - grab a coffee and snack at Aalia's

Aalia’s AM PM
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Check in at Hotel and drop luggage. Take bikes to Tisbury and have lunch at the Black Doge Cafe or ArtCliff Diner.

ArtCliff Diner
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The Black Dog Bakery Café
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Bike back to your hotel in Oak Bluffs. Check in to hotel.

Before dinner take a stroll through Martha's Vineyard famous Gingerbread houses. 

The Sweet Life Café
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Enjoy dinner at The Sweet Life Cafe. I highly recommend making reservations.

Day 2 

Take your bikes early (always want to beat the heat and crowds!) and head to Edgartown for Breakfast. 

Edgartown Books
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Behind this Bookstore is an incredible hidden oasis for breakfast! Some of the best pastries and coffee.

Chappaquiddick Island
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Head towards the ferry and explore Chappaquiddick island via bike!

19 Raw Oyster Bar
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Dine for lunch at 19 Raw Oyster - their menu is incredible and there's nothing like enjoying a Spritz on the patio.

Enjoy a little shopping after lunch and then begin your journey back towards Oak Bluffs.

Just outside Edgartown stop in for a refreshing pint at Bad Martha's.

Bad Martha Farmers Brewery
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Beat the heat and take a jump or dip off the JAWS bridge - or just watch the locals.

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Back at hotel put your feet up and relax!

Enjoy Dinner at the Red Cat Kitchen.

The Red Cat Kitchen
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Late night before going to bed be sure to grab sone treats at back door donuts!

Back Door Donuts
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Day 3 

Grab coffee and breakfast at Biscuits.

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Enjoy your last day shopping downtown OR relaxing on the beach.

Before boarding the ferry back to the mainland grab lunch at Lookout Tavern.

Lookout Tavern
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Grab the ferry back to Falmouth!

Island Queen Ferry
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Founder of The Prepped Traveler. Lover of unique boutique hotels that won't break the bank and food stops that will fill your soul. Expert in New England travel itineraries that include adventure and good food! Born and raised New Englander, based in Massachusetts
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