Travel Lens
Behind the celebrity glamour, Southampton is all beaches, art and open countryside.
This Water Mill museum holds more than 3,000 works from the early 19th century to today, by artists such as Chuck Close and Eric Fischl.
White quartz sand, good waves and grassy dunes make this the village’s best-known beach. Entry is free, but you pay for parking.
One of Long Island’s oldest art centers, set in an 1897 community center, with rotating exhibits and art workshops.
This rugged, undeveloped beach is where Shinnecock Inlet meets the Atlantic, with fishing, camping and unspoiled coastline.
Taste wine on the cozy patio and stroll 140 acres of vines in Water Mill. The vineyard is known for its Vidal Ice Wine and Blueberry Port.
This centuries-old Long Island fishing village is known for fresh local oysters, a century-old carousel and antique shops.
Eastern Long Island has more windmills than anywhere else in the US. Start at the Southampton Windmill, then follow the coast road to Hook, Corwith and more.
Sag Harbor’s sunset beach has a grassy area with benches for the view. Stay for a picnic, then walk into town for dinner.
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