Things To Do
Beach with the Bride
IMPORTANT: HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO WALK, BIKE, OR TAKE AN UBER TO THE BEACH AS PASSES ARE REQUIRED HERE AND YOU MIGHT FACE A FEE WITHOUT ONE. Friday, June 17, 2022 @ 12:00 - 3:00 pm at Ditch Plains Beach. This iconic beach has beautiful cliffs rising at its western end and concession trailers that serve more than just snacks. Come one, come all. Don't forget to bring your beach gear!
Joe & Aria's Food Recommendations
• Duryea’s: fresh seafood and pretty views. • Shagwong Tavern: lobster mac and cheese! • Tillie’s: ocean-front dining. • Showfish: marina-front restaurant. • Montauk Circle Burger: great brussel sprouts! • The Montauket: best sunset in Montauk. • Ditch Witch: the best beachy food truck. • Liar’s Saloon: outdoor local dive bar. Very dive-y. • The Clam Bar: longtime fish shack, premier spot to grab a cold beer and listen to oldies. • Joni’s Kitchen: healthy breakfast & lunch menus feature many organic choices. Click "View" below for even more recs!
Hiking & Nature
Hither Hills State Park: A must-see are the Walking Dunes, where a short trail opens up into a vast expanse of sand dunes reaching up to 80 feet tall. These are parabolic, migrating sand dunes, which are rare in the Eastern United States. Shadmoor State Park: Prior to becoming a park, the land was used as part of the coastal defense system for New York City during World War II. Two concrete observation bunkers from that time remain visible at the site. Montauk Point State Park: The easternmost extremity of the South Fork of Long Island, and thus also of New York State. It features the Montauk Point Lighthouse, which also serves as the backdrop to the wedding ceremony. Check out Seal Haul Trail!
Deep Hollow Ranch
Deep Hollow is the oldest working cattle ranch in the United States, established in 1658. There are beach and trail horse rides daily by appointment.
Wölffer Estate Vineyard
A renowned and beautiful 55 pristine acres of estate vines. Wölffer grows Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and small lots of Trebbiano, Pinot Noir and Vignole. The vineyard estate uses sustainable farming practices and is proud to have been certified for the 6th year in a row as one of the few vineyards recognized by Long Island Sustainable Winegrowing. Highly recommend!
Fishing & Charter Tours
Montauk is particularly famous for its fishing, claiming to have more world saltwater fishing records than any other port in the world. Located 20 miles off the Connecticut coast, it is home to the largest commercial and recreational fishing fleet in New York state. Check out these fishing and charter tour experiences. Or go on a romantic sunset sail with Mon Tiki!
East End Surf Club
You can rent surfboards and/or take surfing lessons at Ditch Plains Beach! All levels welcome.
Puff & Putt Family Fun Center
Puff ’n’ Putt is a family fun center featuring Mini Golf and a variety of Boat Rentals.
Peconic Water Sports Montauk
Go wakeboarding, waterskiing, wakesurfing, and tubing! Their partner organization, Montauk Parasail, offers (you guessed it) parasailing.
Coffee Shops
Left Hand Coffee Shop Bluestone Lane Montauk Coffee Shop Hampton Coffee Company Grindstone Coffee and Donuts Sylvester & Co. Happy Bowls
Montauk Brewing Company
Visit here to try Joe's favorite beer: the Montauk Wave Chaser IPA. The brewery has nice outdoor seating and is dog-friendly.