Overview
Montauk is a hamlet of 3,300 people (2010) in East Hampton on Long Island in New York.
8 sights · 3 things to do · 6 places to eat · 7 places to stay
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Best things about Montauk
Montauk Point Lighthouse
The Montauk Lighthouse is a historical lighthouse with a beautiful view of "The End" of Long Island. It is the easternmost lighthouse on Long Island.
Camp Hero State Park
Montauk Point State Park
Montauk Downs State Park
Montauk County Park
Amsterdam Beach State Park
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 83°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Mar. (climate data from nearby Narragansett)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- WST Westerly State Airport, Westerly — 23 mi away. Directions
- NPT Newport State Airport, Newport — 49 mi away. Directions
- PVD Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport, Providence/Warwick — 55 mi away (major hub). Directions
Montauk is easily accessible by car, by bus, by rail, and even by boat.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Camp Hero State Park, Amsterdam Beach State Park
- Lunch Naturally Good Foods & Café
- Afternoon Montauk County Park, Puff ‘N’ Putt
- Dinner Montauk Bake Shoppe
Day 2
- Morning Hither Hills State Park, Montauk Downs State Park
- Lunch Harvest on Fort Pond
- Afternoon Shadmoor State Park, The Viking Fleet
- Dinner Duryea's Lobster Deck
Day 3
- Morning Montauk Point Lighthouse, Montauk Point State Park
- Lunch Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina
- Afternoon Montauk Bike Shop
- Dinner Fishbar Montauk Seafood Restaurant
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Numerous restaurants for every taste are in Montauk. There is an abundance of fresh, locally caught seafood markets, restaurants, and bars. No matter what it is that you are looking for, fine dining or a casual eatery, you can easily find it in Montauk.
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Understand
Montauk is known by many Long Island residents as "The End," because it is the easternmost point of the island and New York state.
Montauk has a rich history. It is named after the Montaukett tribe that lived on the lands that now encompass Montauk. Urban legend tells of Captain Kidd burying treasure somewhere in Montauk around 1700. Montauk is also home to the oldest ranch in the United States, Deep Hollow Ranch.
At the point of the hamlet stands Montauk Point Lighthouse, the first lighthouse built in New York and fourth-oldest lighthouse in the United States.
Montauk is home to the largest commercial and recreational fishing fleet in the state of New York. It boasts the claim that it has more saltwater fishing records than any other port in the world.
Get in
Montauk is easily accessible by car, by bus, by rail, and even by boat.
By plane
East Hampton Airport (HTO) offers a larger runway suitable for light jets with a number of charter companies.
Otherwise, taking a commercial flight to New York is easy. There are three airports to choose from in the region. John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), both in Queens, and MacArthur Airport (ISP) in Islip are all easily the first step to getting to Montauk. However, the Queens airports, in particular, are quite distant from Montauk, and taxi fares to or from those airports would be prohibitively expensive.
By car
It's easy to get out to "The End" in your own car or by rental car. The only road that goes out to seaside town is Sunrise Highway (or Route 27), which runs from New York City all the way to Montauk. Along the way, Sunrise Highway turns into Montauk Highway, yet it is still known as Route 27.
By bus
The Hampton Jitney bus service runs from Manhattan to Montauk. There are also local Suffolk County buses that run from town to town.
By train
The Long Island Railroad (LIRR), run by MTA, is an alternative to driving. Most trains run from Jamaica station in Queens, where it's an easy change from other trains from Manhattan and other parts of New York City.
By boat
Seasonal ferry service operated by Viking Fleet runs between Montauk and Block Island, New London, and occasionally Martha's Vineyard. Marina's and anchorages are available for private yachts.
Go Viking Dock
Get around
Once in Montauk, the most efficient and convenient way to see all the sights and destinations is by car. While some hotels are within walking distance to many sites, there are more that are spread out. Taxis are plentiful.
See
See Montauk Point State Park
See Montauk County Park (Theodore Roosevelt County Park)
See Amsterdam Beach State Park
See Shadmoor State Park
Do
There is plenty to do in Montauk. It is renowned for its fishing and even claims to have more saltwater fish records than any other port in the world. There are six state parks, the famed Montauk Point Lighthouse, and many restaurants, shops, and sights.
Buy
Numerous specialty shops, restaurants, and markets line Main Street (Montauk Highway). It is here that you can find an array of goods, treats, and fresh, local seafood.
Shop Air & Speed Board Shop
Shop Montauk Bookshop
Shop Willow
Eat
Numerous restaurants for every taste are in Montauk. There is an abundance of fresh, locally caught seafood markets, restaurants, and bars. No matter what it is that you are looking for, fine dining or a casual eatery, you can easily find it in Montauk.
Eat Fishbar Montauk Seafood Restaurant
Drink
Bars and lounges are all around Montauk. Local bars are often frequented by fisherman and tourists alike.
Sleep
Montauk offers a wide array of hotels, bed & breakfast, and motels to accommodate all visitors. The interesting thing about Montauk is that you will not find any chain operated hotels or motels. This is because Southampton zoning laws forbid chain hotels. Therefore each hotel, motel, and bed & breakfast is independently owned and operated.
Stay Gurney's Inn Spa & Salon
Nestled among the dunes, Gurney's Inn Resort & Spa has, for eight decades, been a place for stressed New Yorkers to escape the pressures of the city. It has spectacular ocean views and is in a remote, wild, windswept setting, and also has one of the nation's few seawater pools.
Stay Sands Motel
75 ft from ocean beach, located near the western end of the village. Amenities include 50-ft pool, bedrooms & efficiencies, w/phones, A/C, refrigerator, Wi-Fi Internet access, TV/HBO. All rooms non-smoking. Deluxe 2-1/2 room suites with full kitchen & private balcony; 2-bedroom cottage; BBQs. Children welcome.
Stay Montauk Manor
Perched on one of the highest points in Montauk with stunning views, this wonderful old building is a historic landmark that has been restored and turned into a modern luxury resort hotel/condominium. The facility has a restaurant, tennis courts and indoor swimming pool and is within walking distance of town and the beach.
Stay Memory Motel
World famous motel & bar immortalized by the Rolling Stones in the mid-1970s. 13-room motel with moderate rates and bar which features live music.
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