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Soft sand beaches, 17th-century homes and a historic windmill make this Hamptons village a classic Long Island escape.
Sink into powder-soft sand and dunes at one of New York’s best beaches, with a food court that has ocean views.
Tour a salt-box house built in 1648, one of the oldest in New York State, with a garden and furnishings from the 1600s.
Walk a street lined with homes and buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, beside the East Hampton Village Green.
See an 1806 windmill, one of the oldest working windmills on Long Island, on North Main Street at Pantigo Road.
Watch birds and walk the shore in a quiet park once home to a busy port town and known for its lighthouse, built in 1839.
Stand at Long Island’s easternmost tip at New York’s first lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington in 1792.
Take in Atlantic views and good surfing at one of East Hampton’s most popular beaches on the town’s southern shore.
Hike the 3.2-mile Big Reed Nature Trail and tour a replica Montaukett village in this 1,157-acre park.
Swipe up for all 15 things to do in East Hampton in our full guide.