Why choose this tour ?
Go at your own pace, anytime! It's your tour. On our historic walking tour of the Edgartown, you will see the iconic sights and secret gems including the whaling church, the oldest buildings, underground railroad locations, the Carnegie library, filming sights of Jaws, the lighthouse and much more. And I’ll tell you this town’s stories of the settlers, natives, whaling, ghosts, myths and legends, the Kennedy’s, it’s history and much more. Pro narration and production! Best deal in town 🙂
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What makes Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (APP/GPS) Audio Walking Tour a unique experience ?
The tour starts outside of the Dr. Daniel Fisher house, the historic house tells the story of Martha's Vineyard and it's whaling story. The tour will then guide you step by step through Edgartown telling you it's history.
We will stop by many houses as we walk through the streets of this historic town and you'll hear about their hidden stories. These include stories of Jaws, settlers, Native Americans, folklore and legends, ghosts, the underground railroad and much more.
Historical spot in downtown that was also the site of the filming for Jaws! Learn about the part of the movie that was filmed here and the story behind why they choose Martha's Vineyard.
The tour stops at the church and you'll learn the story of when Frederick Douglas gave a moving speech here and you'll hear about the role the Edgartown played on the underground railroad.
We wills top at the Giant Pagoda Tree and you'll hear how the ship captain brought it here 150 years ago, how it became part of the town and the rich people that tried to cut it down.
You will walk the dock and hear about the fishing derby the made the island famous, the prizes and the sharks caught.
The Carnegie library in Edgartown? Learn how it was built here and the story of Patron Saint of Libraries.
The tour ends at the lighthouse where you'll hear about the lighthouse, how the island and town got their name and the native american people that that lived here and their legends.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (APP/GPS) Audio Walking Tour
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Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (APP/GPS) Audio Walking Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tour on our walking tour app in Edgartown Martha's Vineyard
- The tour never expires take it anytime
Not Included
- No Food, Drink or admission tickets, this is all outside and navigated by your phone (app)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by WalknTours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 3.5 Stars based on 9 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Thank you for booking the Historic Martha's Vineyard Walking Tour on the WalknTours app! This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. Your ticket is below. Quick overview: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register 3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code 'whale1010' to unlock it Full ticket: HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'whale1010'. *If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'whale1010' Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. https://onelink.to/ffpuug Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Open the Tour Select Martha's Vineyard as your city Select the Historic Martha's Vineyard walking tour and click it. Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code 'whale1010' Click apply The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime. To take the tour go to 99 Main Street, Edgartown, MA and press play. Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.
