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Nantucket Attractions

Your guide to the best things to do in Nantucket, United States

Things to do in Nantucket – top Nantucket must-see attractions

Nantucket is a small island off Cape Cod that punches well above its weight in history, maritime heritage, and classic New England charm. From cobblestone streets lined with colonial-era architecture to rugged coastal bluffs and working lighthouses, the island's landmarks tell a story that spans centuries. You can dig into whaling history at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, catch sweeping ocean views from Sankaty Head Lighthouse, or stroll the scenic 'Sconset Bluff Walk along the shoreline. Check out this list for the best things to do in Nantucket, United States.

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Historic Site
Historic Site
Lighthouses
Lighthouses
Museums
Museums
Coastline
Coastline
Nature reserves
Nature reserves
Architectural Buildings
Architectural Buildings
Nantucket Whaling Museum
History Geeks
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Why visit?
  • 19th-century whale ship
  • Scrimshaw collection
  • Historic candle factory
Brant Point Lighthouse
Photography Enthusiasts
Brant Point Lighthouse
Why visit?
  • Scenic harbor views
  • Red-and-white tower
  • Coastal walking access
Sankaty Head Lighthouse
Photography Enthusiasts
Sankaty Head Lighthouse
Why visit?
  • 1849 cast-iron tower
  • Panoramic ocean views
  • Erosion-threatened bluff
Great Point Light
Nature Lovers
Great Point Light
Why visit?
  • Remote barrier beach
  • Grey seal colony
  • Nantucket Sound views
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
History Geeks
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
Why visit?
  • Shipwreck artifacts
  • Lifesaving rescue boats
  • Maritime rescue history
The Old Mill
History Geeks
The Old Mill
Why visit?
  • Built in 1746
  • Functioning wooden gears
  • Seasonal milling demos
'Sconset Bluff Walk
Nature Lovers
'Sconset Bluff Walk
Why visit?
  • Oceanfront bluff trail
  • Rose-covered cottages
  • Atlantic Ocean vistas
The Oldest House (Jethro Coffin House)
History Geeks
The Oldest House (Jethro Coffin House)
Why visit?
  • Oldest house on island
  • Built around 1686
  • Original horseshoe chimney
Nantucket Atheneum
Art & Culture Lovers
Nantucket Atheneum
Why visit?
  • Greek Revival architecture
  • Rotating art exhibitions
  • Historic research library
Art & Culture Lovers
Cisco Brewers
Why visit?
  • Award-winning craft beer
  • Open-air tasting area
  • Live music events
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