#1 Best 3hr Martha's Vineyard shared Island Tour from Oak Bluffs
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Martha's Vineyard, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Visit Martha's Vineyard highlights on this half-day, small-group tour from Oak Bluffs. Make the most of your time on the island as you check out Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and the Aquinnah Cliffs, learning stories about island history and cultures along the way. This Martha’s Vineyard tour is limited to 14 people for personal service from the local guide, and it includes a 15-minute break to explore the Aquinnah Cliffs.
- See some of Martha's Vineyard main attractions
- Visit the historic towns of Oak Bluffs and Edgartown
- Pickup and drop-off across Oak Bluffs ferry terminal
- Enjoy a more personal experience with a small group
What's Included
- Small-group tour for a more personalized experience
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
- Experience top Martha's Vineyard areas including Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, and Aquinnah
- Gratuities
- Snack & Water
- Children under 10
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1 Seaview Ave, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557, USA
At the Soldier Statue Diagonally Across the Street On The Island of Martha's Vineyard MUST BE ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD Please let us know in special requests what ferry you are taking to get to the island. This information is important incase your ferry gets diverted to another location port
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Join this Martha's Vineyard tour starting near the Oak Bluffs Ferry Terminal, designed for a small group to ensure a more personal experience. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle with live commentary to keep you entertained during your journey through Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and the Aquinnah Cliffs.
First, see the historic Flying Horses Carousel, and the Old Whaling Church, a relic of Edgartown’s whaling past. Admire the striking Aquinnah Cliffs, and view the Edgartown Lighthouse, a longstanding maritime beacon.
The tour then takes you past the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association, reflecting 19th-century religious gatherings, as well as Aquinnah Lighthouse. You can also see filming locations from the iconic movie *Jaws*, including Joseph Sylvia State Beach.
The tour concludes at the departure point.
First, see the historic Flying Horses Carousel, and the Old Whaling Church, a relic of Edgartown’s whaling past. Admire the striking Aquinnah Cliffs, and view the Edgartown Lighthouse, a longstanding maritime beacon.
The tour then takes you past the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association, reflecting 19th-century religious gatherings, as well as Aquinnah Lighthouse. You can also see filming locations from the iconic movie *Jaws*, including Joseph Sylvia State Beach.
The tour concludes at the departure point.
Flying Horses Carousel (Pass By)
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Aquinnah Lighthouse
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Aquinnah Cliffs
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Edgartown Lighthouse (Pass By)
Old Whaling Church (Pass By)
Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (Pass By)
Joseph Sylvia State Beach (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- CANCEL 24 HR IN ADVANCE
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Near public transportation
- Minimum age for children is 10 years
- Tours depart Diagonally across the street from the Oak Bluffs Steamship Authority Ticket Office. Near Soldier Statue. Look for mini-bus or van marked "MV Transport" along the curb in front of the ticket office.
- During Check out Please use Special Requirements and let us know what Ferry you will be taking to the island. Thank you
- Most travelers can participate
- No refunds or rescheduling of reservations unless 24 hours prior to tour date & time.
- If you area taking the Hyline Fast Ferry from Hyannis, The New Bedford Seastreak, or the Rhode Island Fast Ferry (Quonset Point) Please make those reservation first to assure you getting to the island on time before booking with us
- You MUST BE ON the island of MARTHA'S VINEYARD to do this tour
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No Children under the age of 10
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
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Rose_H, Jul 2026
Our tour guide lived on the island for a long time so she was very knowledgeable about the island. Couri showed us around the whole island and even stopped 2 places to see some exciting places.
Dana_B, Jul 2026
It was good, but for me too much info on things I wasn’t interested in. You can’t really take pictures except of the cliffs. Earlier in the day we walked to the cute cottages in Oak Cliffs. I’m glad we did! They are so colorful and fun to see. Our guide was interactive, however his voice was monotone. I actually took a nap through some of his talking. He was pointing out farms with ox, horses, and sheep. He did give us lots of history of the island which I enjoyed. We had done the tour of Nantucket the day before and enjoyed it so much better!
J_N, Jul 2026
Amazing. Very personable. We learned a lot. The guide was extremely knowledgeable. We had a great time. Highly recommend.
Mary_B, Jul 2026
Very knowledgeable tour guide that knew every answer to questions.
Only concern was the van absolutely reeked of stale cigarette smoke at 10:30 in the morning. Having just completed an hour long ferry to get there, it made it all the more..yuck. the stink disappated with the AC, but come on, its July and there's no reason to smoke indoors
Elias_P, Jul 2026
Wayne delivered an outstanding three‑hour bus tour of Martha’s Vineyard, covering the entire island with ease and energy. His knowledge of local history, culture, and hidden landmarks made every stop feel meaningful, and his storytelling kept the group engaged throughout. The pacing was perfect, and the route gave a true sense of the island’s character.
He balanced professionalism with warmth, making sure everyone was comfortable and had time for photos and questions. From Oak Bluffs to Aquinnah, Wayne offered insights we never would have discovered on our own. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a complete, enjoyable introduction to Martha’s Vineyard.
Anna_E, Jul 2026
The driver was knowledgeable, but it was a lot of driving and it was very hard to see much of what the driver talked about from the back of a moving van. We got out once for 15 minutes and then back in the car. My friends and I also thought that the host, Ken, was a little brisk. Maybe rude when dealing directly with the guest questions. His WELL REHEARSED story throughout the drive was fine, but when trying to ask questions, his responses seemed unnecessarily brisk. It left a bad taste in my mouth. I regret this tour.
Norma_B, Jul 2026
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the island, personable and funny! He kept us on schedule and kept it interesting!
Terrie_G, Jul 2026
Beautiful tour. Driver very knowledgeable about Martha’s Vineyard. Cliffs were beautiful and their history amazing
Christopher_E, Jul 2026
Our tour operator was Mr. Greg and he was born and raised on the island.
He shared a wealth of knowledge about the entire island, sharing stories that only a local would know!
Wendy_N, Jul 2026
Parking at woods whole takes time, come 1+ hour earlier than cruise departure time during July 4th break.
Melanie_P, Jul 2026
Excellent introduction to Martha’s Vineyard! And the tour guide was very accommodating due to the ferry running a different schedule because of weather. Highly recommend!
Sandi_A, Jun 2026
Loved the 3hr tour with Troy! My friend and I liked the fact that he lives on the island & loves the island & telling its many stories. I came away feeling that the island, even with some of the issues faced there, is a nice place to live, not just an island for the rich & famous.
Latoya_B, Jun 2026
This was a great tour! Our driver Troy was very knowledgeable and informative! The stop at Aquinnah Cliffs was everything and the view was amazing!
Diane_B, Jun 2026
Great tour and explanations of the island. I loved the stops and we had enough time at each. The van travelled a bit too fast to get pics of those areas we didn’t stop at and I can usually do pretty good with that. Overall it is a tour worth taking and our guide was responsive to questions.
Angelia_W, Jun 2026
Duncan was amazing! So informative, he made the entire experience. He pulled over several times to provide additional clarity.
Nicola_S, Jun 2026
Very informative tour of Martha’s Vineyard. Our guide, Troy was phenomenal. The three hours passed by quickly. Highly recommended.
Milton_S, Jun 2026
It was great to learning the history. Understand the religious foundation and the naming of island blew my mind!
Susan_P, Jun 2026
Very knowledgeable driver shared history, facts, tips, and more. We saw the entire island and enjoyed it immensely. Very highly recommend.
Wendy_f, Jun 2026
Matt was very informative as a native. He knew all about Martha vineyard history.
The company van was late picking us up, they also overbooked, so 17 people could not fit in the 12 seat van.
Matt came as our guide after being called into work unexpectedly. He handled it great. He definitely has done this tour many times.
Michael_A, Jun 2026
Great history and personal stories in a drive around an island that is bigger than we thought in great comfort. Recommended as one of the first things you do as a new visitor. If you are lucky enough to get Ken, you'll walk away with even more.
Scott_M, Jun 2026
What am amazing tour! Our guide was so amazing and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond for us. We highly recommend Troy!
Edward_S, Jun 2026
Great tour guide and an excellent tour, saw many important historical sites, the tour guide was funny and knowledgeable.
Robin_B, May 2026
This tour covered the whole island! We saw all the highlights and learned a lot about the history, architecture, geography and fun facts. JP was a great guide. Highly recommend!
Suzanne_G, May 2026
Wayne our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the Vineyard’s history and its inhabitants.
Eileen_S, May 2026
Matt gave a fantastic tour of Martha Vineyard. It was great for a first timer like me. i fully recommend! Lots of history as well as fun facts, I feel like I got a really good sense of the island. I liked the smaller bus too
vailea_r, May 2026
Our tour was amazing! I believe our tour guide was Sam (I am horrible with names). But the tour overall was very informative. Our guide was very knowledgeable! (He knew his stuff!). The places we stopped at were beautiful and we also got to shop at a few cute antique places along the way! If you are looking for pretty views, love history, and want to know what makes Martha’s Vineyard great then this is the tour for you! 10/10!
Beverly_K, May 2026
Matt
Was the best guid, he showed us all around we got a great overview of the island.
The host company even made sure we got there and to see if we had any questions.
shirleymiller62, May 2026
Great experience with the tour. Enjoyed getting history lessons. Ice cream was delicious. The weather was cold and windy. It improved by Saturday and Sunday.
Ella_B, Feb 2026
This tour was lovely! Got to see the island, learn the history, and hear stories from a local. Would definitely recommend!
Kris_B, Oct 2025
I really enjoyed this tour. Guide was very knowledgeable about the area because he grew up here. Loved learning about the history and hearing all the stories of the island! Highly recommend the tour!
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