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 town center of Nantucket is more than a loading dock for ferry passengers. It is more than a host of eclectic restaurants. Beyond the boat slips and bars, there is a town that hearkens to the past. The cobblestones allow for a slow drive up Main Street. The pharmacy still sells sandwich.... Read more
Having a second home on Nantucket is a luxury, one that this family has enjoyed since the 1970s. However, in 2010 they needed to downsize and their son, Zachary Gut, saw that it was a good time to enter the market as a first time home buyer. As lead house hunter, Zach began a search for a...... Read more
On the island of Nantucket, flower boxes are something of an extreme sport. Whatever the time of year may be, a casual walk around town will provide one with a front row seat to the meticulous and fabulous handiwork of our community’s florists, whether it be with yellow daffodils for spring.... Read more
Mariner Way currently offers two different completed homes—both of which are fully furnished—with plans for three more in the works. But these aren’t the typical generic spec houses. Each one has its own unique character and feel, something the team works to ensure from the earliest planning... Read more