Nantucket! The name alone conjures up a kaleidoscope of images: history, beaches, the ocean, restaurants, shopping, the list goes on. You’ll find all of those and more in a world-class setting here on the Little Grey Lady. Of course, with so much to do and see, you’ll want to make sure you plan ahead, and that’s where Nantucket Online comes in. We’re your one-stop-shop for all of the information you’ll need to plan an absolutely unforgettable visit to this magical island. Whether your plan is to immerse yourself in local history at the famed Nantucket Whaling Museum, tour the island’s many villages, peruse local shops, or just relax on your own stretch of our miles of wide-open beaches, we’ve got you covered. From local weather to the island bus schedule to a map of the island to help you get around, it’s all right here.
One of the first things you’ll want to do is order a few of our Nantucket-specific magazines. They’ll help you familiarize yourself with lodging options, local attractions, and a lot of things particular to Nantucket that will make your visit more enjoyable.
You’ll also want to make sure that you secure lodging as soon as possible, because hotels and B&Bs fill up quickly, especially around popular festivals and holidays like the Nantucket Daffodil Festival or Christmas Stroll. And don’t forget to take time to eat while you’re here. Check out our full list of island restaurants and menus and experience all the culinary joys Nantucket has to offer. Don’t miss out on our chef profiles!
The lure of an island can take many forms. But oftentimes, as when introduced to a masterpiece work of art, it is that first impression that fixes permanently in one’s psyche. So it was for me upon seeing Nantucket for my first time. I had heard many friends on the mainland sing its praises.... Read more
This summer, Nantucket sculptor John Evans’ island renowned “Wild Hares,” will be making the pocket garden outside the arrival gate of the Nantucket Memorial Airport even more colorful. This work, most recently on display outside the Old Spouter Gallery, pays homage to one of the... Read more
It all happens so fast. All of a sudden you notice it. The top has been down on the Jeep for weeks now. You spend more time circling the parking lot at the Stop & Shop than you do actually buying groceries, and the line at four corners is a game of politeness gone awry. And the beaches......... Read more
Whether arriving by boat or plane, landing on Nantucket is defined by the magnetic color of blue, and it is impossible not to fall under its spell. Nantucket’s nickname “The Grey Lady” is, of course, well-deserved – the somber color infuses the sky, houses, trees, and cobblestones... Read more