Sara & Alex
Things To Do
Mytoi Japanese Garden
The spot where Alex proposed to Sara, Mytoi (pronounced “my toy”) is an intimate Japanese-style garden flourishing with both native flora and exotic plants. This beautiful garden is located on Chappaquiddick on the road out to the Dike Bridge and East Beach and can be easily visited by bike or car. Walking the easy, half-mile Salt Marsh Trail of the garden offers beautiful vistas of the salt marsh and the pond.
Dike Bridge & East Beach
If you are interested in spending time on Chappy, rent bikes or take your car across the Chappy ferry and make your way to East Beach. Along the route you can stop at Mytoi Garden and then cross the infamous Dike Bridge to get to the beach.
The Carnegie
This architectural landmark was given as a gift to Edgartown by Andrew Carnegie back in the early 1900s to be used as a public library. Today, renovated and restored, it serves as an island heritage center illustrating the historical development of Martha's Vineyard through various exhibits showcasing, among other aspects, the island's rich whaling, fishing, and agricultural history, as well as it unique, cultural diversity. The Carnegie also offers walking tours exploring the maritime and architectural history of Edgartown through stops along the waterfront and at several of the Vineyard Trust's historic buildings.
Lighthouse Beach
This iconic lighthouse is just in front of the Harbor View Hotel at the top of North Water Street. This is a perfect public beach to spend the day soaking up the sun and watching all of the boats come in and out of Edgartown Harbor.
Jaws Bridge
Check out the iconic filming location of the shark attack in Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws.” When filming the 1975 film “Jaws,” director Steven Spielberg’s film crew took over Edgartown with a 24-foot-long robot shark and a cast of bite-sized beach goers. Many of the streets, stores, and houses of the downtown area made it into the movie. Called the American Legion Memorial Bridge, as well as “Big Bridge,” by locals, it’s part of Seaview Avenue, which connects Edgartown with the town of Oak Bluffs.
Edgartown South Beach
South Beach is a great public beach option in Edgartown. If you want to enjoy a day in the sun with the crowds and play in the surf, then this is the beach for you. Make sure that you bring cups for your beer, along with a garbage bag for recyclables, as drinking is not “officially” permitted. Right fork is the spot for the young at heart. Left or Center is a more quiet option for families.
Menemsha
Menemsha is a small fishing village located in the town of Chilmark. The village’s historic harbor serves as the point of departure for local fishermen, some from multi-generational fishing families such as the Larsens, Pooles and Mayhews, as well as charter boats to the Elizabeth Islands and elsewhere. Besides charter fishing and cruises, people love to take the bicycle ferry across Menemsha Pond to Aquinnah. Menemsha has some of the island’s best places to get freshly cooked seafood. It is also home of one of the most dramatic sunsets in New England.
Bike Rentals
We recommend Wheel Happy or Martha's Vineyard Bike Rentals for cheap rentals to get around the island.
Atlantic Restaurant
Longtime favorite for fine seafood dining with waterfront views.
The Seafood Shanty
Fish-focused menu served in a casual dining room or on the expansive deck overlooking the Edgartown Harbor and Chappy Ferry.
Town Bar and Grill MV
Located just minutes from downtown, Town Bar MV offers delicious cuisine and an outdoor beer garden.
19 Raw Oyster Bar
Owned by our friends Joe and Emily, this island favorite has indoor seating and outdoor patios perfect for enjoying the summer weather while having a wide selection of New England oysters, delicious seafood, and hand-crafted cocktails.