Nantucket Island
INSIDER’S GUIDE
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e invite you to discover one of our unique travel destinations - the island of Nantucket. Guaranteed to make you smile and appreciate the good things in life. Experience life on one of New England’s most beautiful and beloved islands. Rich in history, culture and natural beauty, Nantucket has magnificent coastlines with pristine beaches that anyone can visit, the best seafood, and outdoor activities for everyone - sailing, golfing. birdwatching, fishing, bike-riding - all you need to relax and soak in the pleasant joys of summer. We share our favorite beaches, must-have treats and the sights and activities you can’t miss while on island! Tip: Walking shoes and face masks are necessities.
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Named “Best Island in the World” by National Geographic, Nantucket is 27.30 miles from Hyannis, in southeast direction and 30 miles (48.28 kilometers) by ferry, following the Hyannis Nantucket route. Travelling to Nantucket by ferry can be a deeply relaxing experience and visitors will be awe-struck by the stunning views as they arrive of historic Brant Point Lighthouse, charming beachside homes and the busy activity of vessels in all shapes and sizes in Nantucket Harbor. Nantucket’s downtown is designated as a cultural district and you’ll find museums, libraries, art galleries theater, film screenings and restaurants housed in beautifully- maintained and architecturally-significant buildings; Shop in the island’s charming and unusual boutiques on cobblestone-lined Main Street or on other nearby streets. The Island has many historical homes and sites where visitors get a sense of Nantucket’s storied past as an 18th and 19th Century whaling capital and global maritime powerhouse. The entire Island– 50.47.8 square miles–is a National Historic Landmark, and nearly half of Nantucket’s 30,000 acres are preserved as public open space under the stewardship of the Conservation Foundation and the Nantucket Islands Land Bank. Eighty-two miles of picture-perfect, freely accessible and highly acclaimed beaches alone are worth the visit! But, 32-mile network of gently winding bike paths also invite you to leisurely explore the entire Island.