What to do in Hamptons, NY

Activities, attractions and tours

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Shadmoor State Park showing a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a couple

Hamptons Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Hamptons is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hamptons to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Hamptons Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. 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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2. 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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3. 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 featuring rocky coastline, a lighthouse and a beach

4. 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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5. 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 featuring general coastal views and a beach

6. 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 pebble beach, a lighthouse and general coastal views

7. 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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Recommended things to do in Hamptons

Number of things to do	22
Things to do from	CA $30
Cheapest thing to do	Southampton Shuffle Scavenger Hunt
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Hamptons

Cooper's Beach

4/5(3 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.

East Hampton Main Beach

4.5/5(3 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.

Montauk Point Lighthouse

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Wolffer Estates Vineyard

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

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.

Montauk Point

4/5(2 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.

Ditch Plains Beach

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.

Amagansett Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Amagansett Beach during your trip to Amagansett?

Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

You can make plans for a show at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center on your trip to Westhampton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

Explore areas of Hamptons

Lifted from montauk next to the Crabby Cowboy, Moby's reconstituted here in Amagansett in an even better setting. Picnic tables on a huge lawn with a giant lifeguard chair makes it perfect for families, but it's sultry enough for my stylish single friends to sit at the bar. Food is excellent.

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 East Hampton Historical Society.