Planning Your Visit

Local Attractions in Nantucket

Planning a trip to Nantucket? Explore the island’s top attractions, from historic lighthouses and scenic beaches to fascinating museums and outdoor adventures, with our curated guide to the best things to see and do.

Old North Wharf

A picturesque waterfront area featuring artist studios, specialty shops, and seafood shacks….

Tupancy Links

Once a golf course, Tupancy Links is now a peaceful conservation area featuring open fields, gentle walking trails, and stunning…

Straight Wharf

A bustling hub with high-end boutiques and iconic seafood restaurants….

Siasconset (’Sconset) Bluff Walk

A scenic walking trail offering breathtaking views of the ocean and historic cottages….

Nantucket By Water

Offers boat tours, seal cruises, and eco-tours of Nantucket’s waters….

Sankaty Head Lighthouse

Located in Siasconset, this lighthouse offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and has been guiding mariners since 1850….

Sanford Farm & Ram Pasture

A network of scenic hiking and biking trails through open fields and coastal bluffs….

Quaker Meeting House

A simple yet significant structure reflecting Nantucket’s deep Quaker heritage….

Old South Wharf

A picturesque waterfront area featuring artist studios, specialty shops, and seafood shacks….

Old Gaol (Jail)

One of the oldest jails in the country, dating back to 1806….

Nantucket Whaling Museum

Delve into Nantucket’s maritime past at this museum, which features a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton and exhibits on the island’s…

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

This museum showcases Nantucket’s maritime history, focusing on the island’s shipwrecks and the heroic efforts of lifesavers….

Nantucket Ghost Walk

A spooky walking tour exploring the island’s haunted history….

Nantucket Boat Basin

A scenic marina filled with luxury yachts, fishing boats, and seaside dining….

Nantucket Atheneum

Serving as the island’s public library, the Atheneum hosts a variety of cultural and educational events throughout the year….

Mill Hill Park

A quiet park with walking trails and panoramic views of Nantucket town….