10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Martha's Vineyard That You Shouldn't Miss

October 21, 2021 Terina Blouin

Yes, getting there is a bit of a project. But vacationers have been braving the ferry for years, and this tiny island off Cape Cod remains one of the most popular and picturesque destinations in New England. Among the island's towns, you're sure to find the Vineyard that's right for you. With stately Greek revival houses dating back to the whaling era of the early 19th century, Edgartown is a seaside village of boutique shopping and pristine harbor views. For more of a "beach town" feel, Oak Bluffs has the Flying Horses carousel, an arcade and an easy walk to the beach, plus the history and charm of the "gingerbread" houses in the Methodist campgrounds. Vineyard Haven offers visitors a blend of both. For a real retreat, Chilmark/Aquinnah is the place to get away from it all. In the off-season, the island is quieter and far less crowded, but the shore is always beautiful. Whenever you visit, leave your car behind! Cabs are plentiful and greet the incoming ferries to help you reach your destination. Most visitors prefer to explore the island on a bicycle, scooter or tourist-friendly public buses.
Restaurants in Martha's Vineyard

1. Martha's Vineyard Playhouse

24 Church St, Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02568-5485 +1 508-696-6300 [email protected] http://www.mvplayhouse.org/
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Martha's Vineyard Playhouse

The Playhouse operates year-round, presenting a wide selection of contemporary and classic plays; nurturing and developing new plays through staged readings, professional workshops and world premieres; and producing many special plays, musical and other types of events on our intimate Patricia Neal Stage in our historic theater in downtown Vineyard Haven.

2. Oak Bluffs Public Library

56R School St., Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02557 +1 508-693-9433 http://www.oakbluffslibrary.org
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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Oak Bluffs Public Library

3. Chilmark Chocolates

State Rd, Chilmark, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02535-1436 +1 508-645-3013
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5.0 based on 86 reviews

Chilmark Chocolates

Reviewed By radio77 - Chicago, United States

This place was an absolute treasure. The chocolate was phenomenal, totally underrated, and very reasonably priced. We had no idea, so we waited in line for a while, and once we got in we just put together one box and left. Once we got back to our hotel and started trying the chocolate, we lamented that we didn't buy 3 more boxes! I am sure this place will be missed - we would have loved to have gone back.

4. Yoga On The Vine

243 Edgartown/VH Rd., Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02539 +1 617-413-9038 [email protected] http://www.yogaonthevine.com
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5.0 based on 40 reviews

Yoga On The Vine

Our boutique yoga studio offers a variety of yoga classes for every body. We believe yoga is for everyone. Yoga on the Vine is a collective of skilled and knowledgeable teachers from a variety of traditions. With our decades of combined experience we seek to provide the most supportive, uplifting and welcoming environment for your yoga practice. We offer classes for all levels, private instruction, indoor and outdoor classes, and SUP yoga on our beautiful island of Martha's Vineyard. We also specialize in private events, whether it be for vacation, a bridal event, or corporate team building, and can help you create the perfect, unforgettable experience for your group.

Reviewed By thisbird04

Lowkey and welcoming yoga in a beautiful and supportive studio that also offers much-loved teacher trainings and popular retreats. I appreciate the owner's style and approach.

5. The Mod Spa

243 Edgartown Vineyard Haven Rd, Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02539 +1 508-939-4339 [email protected] http://www.themodspa.com
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5.0 based on 71 reviews

The Mod Spa

On Martha's Vineyard, in Vail or Bali, The Mod Spa continues to offer customized massage, skincare, yoga and wellness services at our beautifully simple, zen studios or at your home, hotel, chalet or boat. We blend Eastern and Western modalities consciously and deliberately to provide you with the highest quality bodywork and skincare. We use 100% organic and eco-friendly oils, creams, linens and detergents because we regard your wellness and the planet's wellness as highly as we regard our own. Please come visit us soon!

6. Martha's Vineyard Film Center

79 Beach Rd, Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02568-5523 +1 508-696-9369 http://mvfilmsociety.com
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Martha's Vineyard Film Center

This is the home of the Martha's Vineyard Film Society, a non-profit arts organization that presents films, festivals and other performing arts offerings throughout the year. Currently, there are five separate film festivals held from April to September: The SPECTRUM Film Festival in April; The MV Environmental Film Festival in May, The FILMusic Festival in June, Doc(umentary) Week in August and the International Film Festival in September. Special events are truly special, often with post-screening Q&A sessions with the filmmakers. In the off-season, there's Met Opera (live from Lincoln Center), National Theatre Live, Bolshoi Ballet from Moscow as well as a wealth of documentaries, arthouse films and hard-to-find gems from around the world. Known for its comfortable seats, great sound system, eclectic concessions and specialty programming, The MV Film Center is a 5-minute walk from the SSA ferry terminal, so don't be surprise to see people from the Cape Cod visiting!

7. Martha's Vineyard Tours and Excursions

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5.0 based on 796 reviews

Martha's Vineyard Tours and Excursions

Martha's Vineyard Excursions offers 1, 2, 3, and 4 hour Martha's Vineyard private tours and 3 hour group tours at 10:30am and 1:45pm. We also offer customized Martha's Vineyard tours. Join us in comfortable, 15 passenger, air-conditioned vans with knowledgeable drivers. We can pick up in Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, and Edgartown. We would love to show you our beautiful island.

8. Relaxation Spa

21 N Water St, Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02539-8141 +1 508-627-7823 http://relaxationspamv.com
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Relaxation Spa

9. Stefanie Wolf Designs

12 N Water St Second floor, Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02539-8144 +1 774-549-9526 http://stefaniewolf.com
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Stefanie Wolf Designs

We are a jewelry and accessories boutique located in an historic building in downtown Edgartown on the island of Martha's Vineyard. Our boutique is two rooms full of indulgences like jewelry, handmade leather accessories, locally made bags, summery scarves, travel cases for jewelry and makeup, beach sarongs, hand poured candles that are made in the USA, silk scarves, letterpress greeting cards, cork clutches, jewelry dishes and much more! We make all of the jewelry we sell and our studio and workshop are adjoined to the shop. We specialize in colorful glass tile beaded jewelry and jewelry that features the shape of Martha's Vineyard. Our beads that have the map of Martha's Vineyard stamped in them have been custom designed by Stefanie and our shop is the only place you will find these special island pieces. They make the perfect souvenirs, gifts and keepsakes. Our locally-owned shop is one of the few shops in downtown Edgartown that is open year round. Come see us next time you're on the Vineyard and shop local!

Reviewed By MandanaMS

A must-see stop if you have the good fortune to be in Edgartown, MA. This is a thoughtfully curated shop with a good variety of gifts or keep sakes to remember a trip to magical Martha's Vineyard. I appreciated both the welcoming vibe and the well-designed goods.

10. Greetings from Martha's Vineyard Tours

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5.0 based on 70 reviews

Greetings from Martha's Vineyard Tours

Discover the hot-spots & hidden treasures of Martha's Vineyard on our tour through the island’s six towns—each with a unique history and character. We offer personalized, all island tours, which are designed to be informative and fun for new visitors. Have photographs & videos taken along the way for a keepsake you can have for a lifetime. Relax in our luxurious, air conditioned vans. See where celebrities stay. Stand on various sets of Jaws. Discover a village of gingerbread cottages. Shop the island’s first general store and finest galleries of local art. Climb to the top of lighthouses. View the infamous 200 ft. cliffs of Aquinnah. Learn more about the expansive African American History of the island. Request customized tours for your children. Enjoy a picnic in Menemsha to delight in the freshest seafood on the docks overlooking the harbor- top it off with a complimentary bottle of wine...and more! You're guaranteed to develop a deeper understanding of this magical destination.

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