Edgartown Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour
At a glance
Edgartown Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour is a 1h – 1h 15m private experience in Martha's Vineyard, USA, operated by WalknTours. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $9.75 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Tour on our walking tour app in Edgartown Martha's Vineyard, The tour never expires take it anytime.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h – 1h 15m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Go at your own pace, anytime! It's your tour. On our historic walking tour of the Edgartown, you will see the iconic sights and secret gems including the whaling church, the oldest buildings, underground railroad locations, the Carnegie library, filming sights of Jaws, the lighthouse and much more.
And I’ll tell you this town’s stories of the settlers, natives, whaling, ghosts, myths and legends, the Kennedy’s, it’s history and much more.
Pro narration and production!
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What's included
What's included
- Tour on our walking tour app in Edgartown Martha's Vineyard
- The tour never expires take it anytime
Not included
- No Food, Drink or admission tickets, this is all outside and navigated by your phone (app)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The tour starts outside of the Dr. Daniel Fisher house, the historic house tells the story of Martha's Vineyard and it's whaling story. The tour will then guide you step by step through Edgartown telling you it's history.
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Stop 2 · 45m
We will stop by many houses as we walk through the streets of this historic town and you'll hear about their hidden stories. These include stories of Jaws, settlers, Native Americans, folklore and legends, ghosts, the underground railroad and much more.
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Stop 3
Historical spot in downtown that was also the site of the filming for Jaws! Learn about the part of the movie that was filmed here and the story behind why they choose Martha's Vineyard.
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Stop 4 · 5m
The tour stops at the church and you'll learn the story of when Frederick Douglas gave a moving speech here and you'll hear about the role the Edgartown played on the underground railroad.
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Stop 5 · 5m
We wills top at the Giant Pagoda Tree and you'll hear how the ship captain brought it here 150 years ago, how it became part of the town and the rich people that tried to cut it down.
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Stop 6
You will walk the dock and hear about the fishing derby the made the island famous, the prizes and the sharks caught.
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Stop 7 · 5m
The Carnegie library in Edgartown? Learn how it was built here and the story of Patron Saint of Libraries.
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Stop 8
The tour ends at the lighthouse where you'll hear about the lighthouse, how the island and town got their name and the native american people that that lived here and their legends.
Meeting point
The tour starts outside of 99 Main St, Edgartown, MA 02539, on the sidewalk outside the house, you’ll see the White House and gazebo on the left.. The historic house tells the story of Martha's Vineyard and its whaling story. The tour guides you step by step through Edgartown telling you the history
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Edgartown Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 1h – 1h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $9.75 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Tour on our walking tour app in Edgartown Martha's Vineyard; The tour never expires take it anytime.
Where does it start?
The tour starts outside of 99 Main St, Edgartown, MA 02539, on the sidewalk outside the house, you’ll see the White House and gazebo on the left.. The historic house tells the story of Martha's Vineyard and its whaling story. The tour guides you step by step through Edgartown…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Martha's Vineyard.
