Sag Harbor
A 19th-century whaling town with its harbor, historic theater and Greek Revival captains' mansions well preserved. It is the most atmospheric small town in the Hamptons.
In the first half of the 19th century, Sag Harbor was one of America's leading whaling ports. Captains and merchants built Greek Revival and Italianate mansions, which still line Main Street and Union Street, and the entire village is listed as a historic district. At the end of Main Street are the long pier and the yacht harbor, which fills with luxury yachts in summer. Along the streets are independent bookshops, antique stores, seafood restaurants and the rebuilt Sag Harbor theater. The town is quieter and more artsy than Southampton or East Hampton, making it good for a relaxed half-day walk. On the way, you can visit the Whaling Museum and the Custom House. It is about a 15-minute drive from East Hampton, and ferries run to the North Ferry Landing on Shelter Island.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum
- Mashomack Preserve
- Shelter Island
- LongHouse Reserve
- East Hampton Village
- Guild Hall of East Hampton
- Hook Windmill
- Main Beach, East Hampton