Jaws (1975) – Filming Locations

Jaws was shot on Martha’s Vineyard in 1974, with the town of Edgartown playing Amity Island.

The Jaws Bridge

Address: American Legion Memorial Bridge, Beach Rd, Edgartown, MA 02539

The shark attack scenes in the pond channel were shot beside this bridge.

A public road bridge. People jump from it, but the current is strong and it can be dangerous.

Amity Beach (Joseph Sylvia State Beach)

Address: Beach Rd between Oak Bluffs and Edgartown, MA 02539

The crowded beach scenes, including the Alex Kintner raft attack.

A free public state beach.

Amity Town Hall (Edgartown Town Hall)

Address: 70 Main St, Edgartown, MA 02539

The town meeting scenes, including Quint scratching his nails down the chalkboard.

Still the working town hall. Open during public hours.

The Chappy Ferry

Address: 53 Dock St, Edgartown, MA 02539

Brody and Mayor Vaughn argue aboard this little ferry.

Still running to Chappaquiddick. Pay to ride.

Quint’s Shack (Menemsha Basin)

Address: Basin Rd, Menemsha, Chilmark, MA 02535

Quint’s shack and the dock where the Orca sets out were built on this harbor for the film.

The shack was torn down after filming. The harbor is public and still a working fishing village.