What to do in Hamptons, NY

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

Places to Visit in Hamptons

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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 which includes a beach, general coastal views and a lighthouse

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 showing general coastal views, a pebble beach and a lighthouse

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	19
Things to do from	NZ$36
Cheapest thing to do	Southampton Shuffle Scavenger Hunt
Top 5 things to do	Private Beach Fire at Town Line Beach Sagaponack Sunset Electric Bike Tour Private Hamptons Tour with Outlet Centre Shopping Southampton Shuffle Scavenger Hunt The Hamptons and Long Island Wineries Private Tour
Half-day tours	Private Beach Fire at Town Line Beach Sagaponack Sunset Electric Bike Tour Southampton Shuffle Scavenger Hunt Bridgehampton Bash, NY Scavenger Hunt Montauk Mashup Scavenger Hunt
With kids	Private Beach Fire at Town Line Beach Bridgehampton Bash, NY Scavenger Hunt Private Guided Wine Country Bike Tour in Mattituck

Discover the most popular places to visit in Hamptons

Cooper's Beach

4/5(1 review)

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(2 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

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

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?

Splish Splash Water Park

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Splish Splash Water Park during your trip to Calverton. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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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.