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Before you go
Your trip to East Hampton.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
East Hampton – New York Destination Hamptons
How to get there
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Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) Ronkonkoma · 95 km
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John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) New York · 155 km
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East Hampton Station (Long Island Rail Road) 1 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
The Long Island Rail Road station is in the village center on the New York–Montauk line. Hampton Jitney buses stop in the village. Long Island MacArthur (ISP) is about 95 km away, and JFK about 155 km.
How many days
One day for the center, Main Beach, Guild Hall and the Pollock and Krasner house; two days to include LongHouse Reserve at a relaxed pace.
When to go
From June to September for the beach and summer cultural programming. The Pollock and Krasner house and LongHouse Reserve open only part of the year. Fall brings colored foliage and fewer crowds.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes, for Springs, LongHouse Reserve and the beach. The village center is walkable.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in East Hampton
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Morning
Pollock-Krasner House
Start with the house and studio of Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner in Springs, with a reserved visit.
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Afternoon
East Hampton center and Guild Hall
Return to the center, walk around the village pond and the windmills, and visit Guild Hall.
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Late afternoon
Main Beach
Go to Main Beach for a walk on the sand at sunset.
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Evening
Newtown Lane
Have dinner at one of the restaurants on Main Street or Newtown Lane.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to do in East Hampton?
Go to Main Beach, visit Guild Hall, the Pollock and Krasner house and studio in Springs, LongHouse Reserve and stroll the old town center.
Where is Jackson Pollock’s house?
In Springs, a hamlet of East Hampton, about 8 km north of the village center.
How far is East Hampton from Montauk?
About 25 km via Route 27.
How many days to stay in East Hampton?
One to two days, depending on whether you prefer more beach time or more time for museums and gardens.