Martha’s Vineyard is an island off the coast of Cape Cod. Many families opt to take a summer vacation in this area. There’s so much to offer the entire family at Martha’s Vineyard. This lovely location isn’t full of amusement parks or water rides, but it is the home of many beautiful things to do. You can enjoy the local ice cream shops, the amazing views, and the overall culture of this fantastic island. If you’re planning to travel to Martha’s Vineyard this summer, you’ll surely arrive prepared with these 25 things to do in Martha’s Vineyard.
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25 Family-Friendly Activities For Your Martha’s Vineyard Vacation
- Bring some quarters to enjoy the binoculars on the boat ride over to Martha’s Vineyard.
- Check out the gingerbread cottages at The Campground, a National Historic Landmark.
- Take a ride on the oldest operating platform carousel in the U.S., the Flying Horses Carousel.
- Swim in the pool across from the YMCA or take some classes.
- Enjoy Island Alpaca where you can meet and greet the alpacas.
- Dine at Sharky’s where you can enjoy some delicious Mexican food.
- Enjoy the Vineyard Trails with a bike rental from Anderson’s Bike Rentals.
- Have a family fun day with the Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary nature programs.
- Head to woodsy Riverhead Disc Golf Course and play golf with Frisbees.
- Stop by Martha’s Vineyard Museum to indulge in the rich history of this island.
- Dine at the Right Fork Diner as you watch small airplanes take off.
- Spend a day near the ocean on the sand at Long Point.
- Pet the local horses or take riding lessons at Pond View Farm.
- Get your berry picking adventures on at Mermaid Farm and Dairy.
- Sign up for a kid’s dance workshop at The Yard.
- Pick out your own live lobsters and have them steamed by the Menemsha Fish Market.
- Stay at the Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground and pitch a tent for a night or two.
- Check out all five lighthouses with a day trip of lighthouse hopping adventures.
- Enjoy filmmaking and short movie entertainment at Cinema Circus.
- Visit the Aquinnah cliffs, the best place to enjoy a sunset in Massachusetts.
- Enjoy ice cream or a lobster roll at Menemsha Galley.
- Enjoy a pirate adventure where you can treasure hunt in Oak Bluffs.
- Enjoy a show at Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse and maybe see a Hollywood star.
- Visit Zen, a 14-acre Japanese garden with walkways, wooden bridges and much more.
- End your evening with a beautiful sunset at Menemsha Beach.
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There’s so much to enjoy in Martha’s Vineyard during your family summer vacation. The amazing sunsets, the sound of the ocean waves and the rich, historical culture found on this island make Martha’s Vineyard an excellent place to enjoy a family vacation.
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Now you peaked my interest regarding this spot. Thanks for the tips and I will be sure to check it out someday!
I have never been here, but you have convinced me to add it to my bucket list! It looks like such a peaceful place. I love that you incorporated family friendly activities so everyone can be included. great post!
Martha’s Vineyard is on our family’s travel bucket list. A friend had told me about it and I’ve been fascinated by the place eversince!
What a great list! And yes, I would LOVE to see the alpacas and I’m sure my son would too! But first I’d love to even get a chance to go to Martha’s vineyard! lol!
We have never been to Martha’s Vineyard, but it’s been on our list. I love how many things there are to do for families!
You will certainly never be stuck for activities to do here in Marthas vineyard. I mean I would be more than happy to sit and drink in this view.
First time i’ve heard about Martha’s Vineyard was in Gilmore Girls and I was always wandering where and what is it. And you explain all. If i ever to to America i’ll visit Martha’s Vineyard for sure. Thanks for sharing
The horse riding, fun at sanctuary programs and dining together are something I relish the most with my family. Indeed this place seems to be a good one to have some summer fun together.
It sounds like there is plenty to do there. My family would love to visit and try out the ice cream shops and also rent out bikes for a fun active day out.
I love it when people put up guides like this for family vacations. We haven’t done that for some time since my kids have their own babies. But it would be nice to plan a vacation like this for all of us! So nice to know that there’s plenty of things to do in Martha’s Vineyard.
It truly sounds like Marthas Vineyard is a perfect place to holiday! There looks like so many great things to do and explore for the whole family!
I’ve always wanted to visit Martha’s Vineyard and it sounds like a dream! Thanks for the rips.
These all sound great and definitely what I’d like to try!
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I have so many wonderful childhood memories at Martha’s Vineyard. Even the ferry ride there. I have now grown up and moved to the South but this was a great reminder to take my kids there. Great to know there are even more family friendly activities there. Thanks for the walk down memory lane…