Things to do in Hamptons

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East Hampton featuring heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Shadmoor State Park which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple
Wolffer Estates Vineyard
Montauk showing outdoor art
Home Sweet Home Museum which includes a house and heritage elements

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1. Montauk Point Lighthouse

Montauk Point Lighthouse is a historic structure overlooking the ocean, with spectacular views and a museum. The 18th-century lighthouse has been an iconic part of Long Island’s landscape for more than 200 years and is still active as a navigation tool for seafarers.
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Montauk Point Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse, general coastal views and rugged coastline

2. Cooper's Beach

Cooper’s Beach is a glistening beach that stretches along the southern shore of Long Island, beside the historic upmarket town of Southampton. With its wide sandy beach backed by mansion-studded sandy dunes and attractive views of the Atlantic Ocean, Cooper’s Beach is very popular with city dwellers from New York.
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Cooper\'s Beach

3. East Hampton Main Beach

East Hampton Main Beach is the easternmost town of Long Island as well as the easternmost town of the entire state of New York. East Hampton has long attracted the rich and famous. Its lovely beach is one of the city’s highlights.
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East Hampton Main Beach

4. Montauk Point

With awe-inspiring coastal scenery, interesting history and a range of outdoor activities, Montauk Point is ideal for a day out. Explore the nature trails in Montauk Point State Park or climb Turtle Hill and learn about the history of the Montauk Point Lighthouse. From Montauk Point, the sweeping coastal panorama includes Block Island Sound and the North Atlantic Ocean.
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Montauk Point which includes a lighthouse, general coastal views and a pebble beach

5. Wolffer Estates Vineyard

Visit the Wölffer Estate Vineyard to get a glimpse of country life in the Hamptons. Enjoy views of the rows of grape vines and sample the fine wines from the covered stone terrace, then visit the horse stables and enjoy a night out at its Wine Stand or restaurants.
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Wolffer Estates Vineyard

6. Ditch Plains Beach

Check the swell at Ditch Plains Beach, one of Montauk’s premier surf destinations. Renowned for its family-friendly atmosphere and long surf breaks, Ditch Plains Beach is the perfect spot for novices and veterans. Explore the beach and enjoy its gorgeous scenery. You’ll see rugged cliffs and rolling dunes along its borders, as well as a beautifully uninterrupted Atlantic horizon.
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Ditch Plains Beach

7. Hither Hills State Park

Crashing ocean waves, grassy dunes and a sandy beach create wondrous scenery in Hither Hills State Park. Stretching across the narrow finger of land that beckons from Block Island Sound, the park features both bayside and ocean-fronting coastlines. Tackle the park’s hiking and biking trails in the warmer months or clip on your cross-country skis in winter.
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Hither Hills State Park showing a beach and general coastal views

8. Shinnecock Nation Cultural Center and Museum

The Shinnecock Nation Cultural Center and Museum is located on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation. Visit the museum for a great insight into the traditions and ways of life of the local Shinnecock and watch demonstrations of their artisan and artistic skills and techniques.
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Shinnecock Museuem and Cultural Center featuring heritage elements
Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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What to do in Hamptons

Popular places to visit

Montauk Point Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse, general coastal views and rugged coastline

Montauk Point Lighthouse

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Learn about New York State’s oldest lighthouse in its museum before climbing to the top for panoramic ocean views.

Montauk Point Lighthouse
Cooper\'s Beach

Cooper's Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

Escape NYC to play in the waves, sunbathe on fine, white sands or stroll past the exclusive mansions that line the dunes of one of the best beaches in the Hamptons.

Cooper's Beach
East Hampton Main Beach

East Hampton Main Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

On the eastern edge of Long Island, enjoy a day on this exclusive beach complete with lifeguards, restrooms, a snack bar and other amenities.

East Hampton Main Beach
Montauk Point which includes a lighthouse, general coastal views and a pebble beach

Montauk Point

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Check out hiking trails, fishing spots, surf beaches and historic landmarks at the expansive nature reserve on the eastern tip of Long Island’s South Fork.

Montauk Point
Wolffer Estates Vineyard

Wolffer Estates Vineyard

5/5(1 review)

Discover the country charm of the Hamptons by visiting this European-style winery with nearby equestrian center, outdoor wine bar and classy restaurants.

Wolffer Estates Vineyard
Ditch Plains Beach

Ditch Plains Beach

5/5(1 review)

Beginner surfers or long-boarders, you’re in for a treat. This Montauk beach has an extra-long break that is perfect for cruising and taking in the views.

Ditch Plains Beach
Hither Hills State Park showing a beach and general coastal views

Hither Hills State Park

Go fishing, hiking, biking or cross-country skiing at this coastal nature reserve and stay overnight at the park’s scenic waterfront campgrounds.

Hither Hills State Park
Shinnecock Museuem and Cultural Center featuring heritage elements

Shinnecock Nation Cultural Center and Museum

Learn about the traditional ways of life of the Shinnecock and admire indigenous artworks in Long Island’s only Native American-owned and operated museum.

Shinnecock Nation Cultural Center and Museum
Camp Hero State Park

Camp Hero State Park

Find out about the history of Montauk with a stop at Camp Hero State Park. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Camp Hero State Park

Areas of Hamptons

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East Hampton North

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in East Hampton North. You might want to make time for a stop at Hither Hills State Park or Sag Harbor Whaling Museum.

East Hampton North
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Amagansett North

While visiting Amagansett North, you might make a stop by sights like The Hamptons Beaches and Amelia Cottage Museum.

Amagansett North
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Amagansett Dunes

While visiting Amagansett Dunes, you might make a stop by sights like Atlantic Avenue Beach and Amagansett Beach.

Amagansett Dunes
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Amagansett Lanes

While visiting Amagansett Lanes, you might make a stop by sights like The Hamptons Beaches and Amagansett Square.

Amagansett Lanes
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Clearwater Beach

If you're spending some time in Clearwater Beach, The Hamptons Beaches and Kaplan Meadows Sanctuary are top sights worth seeing.

Clearwater Beach
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Beach Hampton

If you're spending some time in Beach Hampton, Amagansett Beach and The Hamptons Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Beach Hampton

 

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East Hampton Main Beach

East Hampton

Ditch Plains Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

Montauk

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Wolffer Estates Vineyard

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