Travel

Travel Note

FOR THOSE TAKING THE PASSENGER FERRY TO MARTHA'S VINEYARD

If you are parking your car at the ferry parking lot, the Palmer Avenue Lot is closest to Woods Hole (9 Min): Palmer Avenue Lot 286 Palmer Avenue, Falmouth, MA 02540 https://www.steamshipauthority.com/traveling_today/parking There is a free shuttle at this lot that runs every hour that takes you right to the ferry. You can book your round trip ferry tickets ahead of time here: https://app.steamshipauthority.com/ You want to select ‘Woods Hole’ to ‘Martha’s Vineyard’ When you get dropped off at the Woods Hole Station, you walk up to the ferry and show them your ticket. You can walk on to ferry via the bottom of the ship where the cars park or via the passenger stairs outside.

Flight

MVY Airport | Martha's Vineyard

Travel Note

Booking the Car Ferry to Martha's Vineyard

If you are not flying directly into Martha's Vineyard, you can access the island by ferry. Travel between Woods Hole and Martha's Vineyard: If you are traveling to Martha’s Vineyard, the trip takes only 45 minutes from Woods Hole. Advance vehicle reservations are required and can be booked online, by calling (508) 477-8600, or in person at the Woods Hole and Martha’s Vineyard ticket offices located in the Vineyard Haven terminal year-round and seasonally at the Oak Bluffs terminal. Passengers traveling to Martha’s Vineyard without a vehicle may purchase tickets at the terminals on the day of sailing.

Travel Note

Parking for Martha’s Vineyard Travelers

The Steamship Authority’s website has detailed information about parking your car if you are not bringing it over, to when and how to make a reservation to bring your car. When headed to Martha’s Vineyard, parking is not available dockside at the Woods Hole terminal. You will need to park in one of their off-site parking lots located in Falmouth or Cataumet. Plan to arrive 30 minutes to an hour before your departure trip to allow time to access our off-site parking and free shuttle service to and from our Woods Hole terminal. Current/real-time parking lot information is readily available as you approach the terminals by: Visiting the mobile site at SteamshipAuthority.com Calling the Woods Hole Parking Information Line at (508) 457-PARK (7275) Parking rates in early May should be around $13 a day.

Travel Note

On-Island Transportation

Upon your arrival, you’ll find public transportation on-island is readily available just steps from the ferry docks. One day, three day and seven day VTA passes may be purchased on the bus or at the Steamship Authority Terminals.

Hotel

The Christopher

This hotel is situated near Edgartown Harbor and is a four minute walk to the reception location (Daniel Fisher House). Close to the shops, galleries, and restaurants of Main and Water streets. A back courtyard features both sunny and shady spots to lounge (or sit by the firepit in the evening) and BYOB. Some rooms feature private balconies, as well.

Discount Code - We do not currently have a room block at this hotel.

Hotel

Vineyard Square Hotel & Suites

Centrally located in downtown Edgartown and a five minute walk to the reception location (Daniel Fisher House). Close to great restaurants and the quaint shops of Edgartown.

Discount Code - We do not currently have a room block at this hotel.

Hotel

Harbor View Hotel

Harbor View is located just across the street from the Edgartown Lighthouse where the ceremony will be taking place. It is a beautiful hotel with great amenities, although it is definitely on the pricier side.

Discount Code - We do not currently have a room block at this hotel.

Hotel

The Island Inn on Martha's Vineyard by Vacasa

The Island Inn is a 51-suite resort with townhouses and condos near the shores of Oak Bluffs, and offers more affordable accommodations. It is about a 9 minute drive to Edgartown where the wedding events will take place, and is located halfway between the ferry and Edgartown. This place is great and we've stayed here in the past.

Discount Code - We do not currently have a room block at this hotel.