Hamptons Day Trip: Coast & Culture

The Hamptons are known for their world-class luxury and the famous faces you might see along the street. They also know how to make anyone feel like a Long Islander with local hotspots, delicious flavors, and homegrown charm you won't find anywhere else. It may look impossible to visit in one day, but we've created the perfect itinerary so you can make it happen.

Start your day in East Hampton with a taste of the arts at Guild Hall. This iconic cultural hub is home to rotating art exhibitions and intimate performances, so no two visits are ever the same. If you want to enjoy the outdoors, take a visit to Bridge Gardens in Bridgehampton next. You'll find five acres of native plants, herbs, and hidden benches where you can sit and embrace all that nature has to offer. For lunch, head to Lobster Roll in Southampton to try a Long Island favorite: The lobster roll! You'll know you're there when you see the sign on the roof telling you that "LUNCH" is served.

Take your afternoon on the water for a boat ride with Hamptiki. This Hampton Bays tiki boat will take you for an unforgettable voyage along the South Fork coastline complete with cocktails and a sunset view. Once you're back on land, head to Calissa Hamptons in Water Mill for dinner. Here, you'll find a Mediterranean oasis inspired by the Greek islands. Take part in some fresh seafood, live music, and a refined yet festive atmosphere to complete your Hamptons visit.

Guild Hall of East Hampton

158 Main Street
(631) 324-0806

Guild Hall is the cultural heart of the East End: a museum, performing arts, and education center, founded in 1931. We invite everyone to experience the endless possibilities of the arts: to open minds to what art can be; inspire creativity and conversation; and have fun. Guild Hall presents more…

Bridge Gardens

36 Mitchell Lane
(631) 283-3195

A five-acre gem in the heart of Bridgehampton, Bridge Gardens is a unique public and demonstration garden with mysterious hedgerows, a wide variety of perennial and annual flowers and shrubs, and a unique 4-quadrant herb garden featuring culinary, medicinal, ornamental, and textile/dye plants…

Lobster Roll - Southampton

32 Montauk Highway
(631) 283-3460

The Lobster Roll was purchased in 1965 by Frederick H. Terry Sr., and his Dad; Richard C. Terry Sr. when it was a tiny roadside clam shack on the Napeague stretch. The Lobster Roll Restaurant became affectionately known as "Lunch" (although it serves lunch and dinner) because locals and travelers…

Hamptiki

6 Tepee St
(929) 367-6371

Looking for an exciting and memorable way to spend time with family and friends on the picturesque Peconic and Shinnecock Bays? Look no further than HampTiki! Our private boat rentals offer a classic Tiki vibe, perfect for bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthdays, family outings, or office events…

Calissa Hamptons

1020 Montauk Hwy
(631) 500-9292

Calissa is Mykonos in the Hamptons. Our menu focuses on seafood and Greek dishes such as salt baked fish, seafood pasta and Mediterranean mezze. Our wine list has been awarded The Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator and boasts the largest selection of rosé in the Hamptons. The name Calissa is…

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