Jason B.
8/25/2025
My tour group stopped at Aquinnah Cliff and this lighthouse is right next to it. $6 to be able to go to the top, unfortunately I didn't have the time to go up and check that out, but form what I...
Gay Head Lighthouse
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15 Aquinnah Cir
Chilmark, MA 02535
The 10-minute walk from the parking lot is well worth the trek to this spectacular beach with its magnificent multi-colored cliffs, which are a national landmark. The lack of commercialism means a true escape and relaxation, but you'll need to bring food and supplies.
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Courtney K.
6/8/2024
Bottom Line: 168+ year old brick, conical lighthouse nestled amongst beautiful scenery. Gay Head Lighthouse, as we see it today, was built in 1855 and first lit in 1856. The brick lighthouse is...
Phil Y.
11/18/2024
The Gay Head Lighthouse is the first lighthouse built on Martha's Vineyard. It is made with bricks. The lighthouse is located over by the Aquinnah Cliffs. The entire area is beautiful. The...
May A.
6/22/2023
The Lighthouse at Aquinnah [Martha's Vineyard MA] VTA Bus #5 takes passengers from West Tisbury to the Town of Aquinnah. Aquinnah is the least populous town on the island, very different from the...
Mark V.
12/9/2022
A great spot to visit an afternoon when trying to change it up a little bit while staying in Martha's Vineyard. Amazing views and nice shops nearby. Let me first say that it is a decent drive...
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