What to do in Montauk, NY

Activities, attractions and tours
Ditch Plains Beach showing general coastal views, surfing and a beach

Montauk Attractions

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Places of interest in Montauk

Montauk is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Montauk, and make it a breeze to explore Montauk and 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 Montauk to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Montauk attractions

Montauk has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Montauk to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Montauk.

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Top places to visit

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 featuring a lighthouse, rocky coastline and general coastal views

2. 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

3. 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 general coastal views and a beach

4. 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

5. Shadmoor State Park

Shadmoor State Park is an idyllic getaway in Montauk, where pretty woodlands and freshwater wetlands are next to spectacular bluffs. Explore the hiking trails on the cliff top or clamber down to the broad sweep of ocean beach. With its gorgeous views and nature preserve, Shadmoor State Park is the perfect spot for a picnic.
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Shadmoor State Park featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a couple

Recommended things to do in Montauk

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Montauk Mashup Scavenger Hunt
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Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Lake Montauk

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Montauk during your travels in Montauk. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Lake Montauk
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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
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Shadmoor State Park

Experience the rugged beauty of the South Fork’s Atlantic coastline when you explore the hiking trails, fishing spots and scenic viewpoints in this nature reserve.

Shadmoor State Park
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Montauk Point State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Montauk Point State Park, a lovely green space in Montauk. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Montauk Point State Park
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Fort Pond Bay Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Fort Pond Bay Beach during your travels in Montauk? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Fort Pond Bay Beach

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Culloden Shores

While visiting Culloden Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Montauk and The Hamptons Beaches.

Culloden Shores

Day trip destinations from Montauk

Amagansett

Amagansett