Martha's Vineyard Day Trip from Boston
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic ferry ride with ocean views
- Explore Oak Bluffs' gingerbread cottages
- Visit Edgartown's historic harbor
- Optional guided tour of the island
- Free time to discover local shops and eateries
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Boston to Martha's Vineyard
- Ferry ride with ocean views
- Optional 3-hour guided island tour
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Tour through Downtown Boston with narration as your guide makes their morning hotel pickups.
Pass by: Enjoy the scenic views as you travel over the World's widest sea level canal. Our own Cape Cod Canal!
Pass by: Travel through the charming Town of Falmouth, Cape Cod on the way to the ferry.
See beautiful Falmouth Harbor as you are dropped off at the Island Queen Ferry. Enjoy Cape Cod's most pleasurable passenger ferry experience during your 35 minute sail to Martha's Vineyard.
Enjoy your sail through Nantucket Sound while en route to Martha's Vineyard.
You will arrive in the beautiful town of Oak Bluffs at 935am during our summer months. If you do not purchase our 3 hour tour, you may spend as much time as you wish in this town.
This is a must-see during any visit to Martha's Vineyard. Over 300 beautifully decorated gingerbread cottages. Explore and take as many pictures as you wish.
Another must-see in Oak Bluffs. The Flying Horses Carousel is the oldest continuously operating carousel in the country (since 1884).
While taking our 3 hour island tour (or spending the day on your own) be sure to visit this charming town.
While on our 3 hour island tour you will stop and view the Gay Head Cliffs and lighthouse. SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!
This stop is seasonal for us as it is only done when we use the Steamship Authority Ferry Service. Usually both early Spring and late October.
This Ferry service is one of the ferries that we use for our day trip to Martha's Vineyard. Usually it is in April/May and late October.
Important information
Know before you book
- Optional guided island tour is available for an additional fee; booking in advance is recommended.
- Ferry schedules may vary; confirm departure times upon booking.
- Availability is subject to seasonal changes; check for the latest information before booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a valid ID for ferry boarding and any age-restricted activities.
- Consider packing a light jacket or sweater, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Provided Boston Hotel Pick-Up Locations: AKA Back Bay Hotel, Boston Harbor Hotel (MUST BE A HOTEL GUEST), Colonnade, Dagny Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston (Washington Street), Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Back Bay, Hyatt Regency Avenue de Lafayette, Intercontinental Boston, Marriott Copley, Marriott Long Wharf, Millennium Bostonian Hotel, Omni Parker House, Park Plaza Hotel, Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, Revere Hotel, Seaport Hotel, Sheraton Boston Hotel, W Hotel, Westin Boston Waterfront
- Please note: PICKUPS ARE ONLY PROVIDED AT HOTELS THAT ARE ON THE LIST.
- Priority seating is available upon request
- There is walking involved on this day trip
Traveler reviews
Interesting activity
This is a very long day. You are picked up 615am from your hotel and taken to the pier. This took at least an hour. Our driver had water and breakfast bars for those who wanted them. Once at the pier you are given your tickets then you get on the ferry and after about a 40 minute ride you are at the island. On the island if you choose to do the Bus tour, you are taken to your bus operator. Tom was very knowledgeable and it was a great experience. However, sitting on the seats was not comfortable for three hours. I did like the tour however I did wish we could make more stops for more photo opportunities.
Great tour with lots of History
It was an excellent tour very glad I got to go. Thanks very much for rescheduling our trip.
Fun and Informative
Johnny Boston (real name or a joke?) was our driver to and from Martha’s Vineyard. No complaints on his driving. He provided information which was peppered with his amusing commentary. He has a great sense of humor and made the drive go quickly. Our driver around Martha’s Vineyard was Tom. As a lifelong resident he was very informative and shared many stories. We enjoyed his accent and experiences. A long day but well worth it!
Would not recommend!
This tour was very disappointing to say the least. Extremely long and boring tour. 90% of the people on the tour bus expressed extreme displeasure with the tour. Lost a valuable item during the tour and reached out to the tour operator to please search the bus; never heard back from them.
The trip to Martha’s...
The trip to Martha’s Vineyard was fun and entertaining with Johnnie Boston providing humor along the way. He was prompt and explained a lot on the drive over. Skip the island excursion. Not enough time in the towns with the most to offer, especially Edgartown, and too much time near the ferry which is a tourist trap!