Montauk travel guide
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You're Going to Love Montauk
With a population of 3’326, Montauk is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Montauk deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Montauk
If you’re looking for affordable options, Muse at the end (41 S Euclid Avenue) and Showfish (32 Star Island Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Scarpetta Beach (290 Old Montauk Highway) and Bird on the Roof (47 S Elmwood Ave) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Montauk.
Most popular restaurants in Montauk
When to visit Montauk
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Montauk in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.8″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Montauk, with an average rainfall of 2.2″.
How to Get to Montauk
Plane
When flying to Montauk, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 100 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Montauk departs from Myrtle Beach and takes around 1h 44m.
Car
Another option to get to Montauk is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 174 km from Montauk. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.
Airlines serving Montauk
Where to stay in Montauk
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Daunts Albatross Motel and Haven Montauk.
Where to stay in popular areas of Montauk
Most booked hotels in Montauk
Renting a car in Montauk
Renting a car in Montauk costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 59% cheaper than airport locations in Montauk.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Montauk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.