Nantucket

Nantucket is an island and town 30 mi (48 km) off the coast of Cape Cod and part of Massachusetts. The island offers quiet harbors, dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches, lighthouses, beautiful old mansions and gardens, interesting history – even a series of (sometimes bawdy) limericks about its residents. Whether you’re looking for a few nights out on the town with friends, a lunch of lobster and biscuits, a fun-filled weekend with the kids, or a little R&R, Nantucket is where you want to be.

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Brant Point Light

A short walk from the town center. The original structure was built in 1746. The second lighthouse built in America. Boats and ferries can be seen coming into the harbor from this site.

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Great Point Light

A lighthouse at the northern tip of the island, high above the beaches.

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Nantucket Whaling Museum

Admission prices run about $17 for adults, $15 for seniors and $8 for youth.

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Boarding House

“Farm to table cuisine and neighborhood bar”. In conjunction with The Pearl and Corazón del Mar.

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Brant Point Grill

Right on the Harbor. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Wine Spectator award.

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Christopher Wheat

Artist specializing in custom paintings of Nantucket. Home and cottage portraits, custom views, boat and yacht portraits. Have a custom painting done of your favorite view of Nantucket by artist Christopher Wheat.

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Faregrounds Restaurant

You can hop on a bus in town and go out for lunch or dinner at this restaurant with a large outside deck.

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Galley Beach

The one place not to miss on Nantucket, directly on the beach over looking Nantucket sound, voted in 2008 as best fine dining, most romantic, best water front dining, and over all best restaurant.

Noon to 1AM

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LoLa 41 (Longitude Latitude)

Open year round. Nantucket sushi restaurant and global bistro. Great place for lunch (Fall - Spring), dinner or a night out with friends.

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Museum of African American History

The Museum of African American History on Nantucket features two historic sites, the African Meeting House and the Seneca Boston-Florence Higginbotham House. These buildings were at the center of a thriving nineteenth-century African American community on the island.

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Nantucket Community Sailing

Jetties Beach. Seasonal. Sunfish, kayak and sailboard rentals.

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Nantucket Ice Cream Cruise

Enjoy a cruise around Nantucket Harbor with Nantucket Adventures while enjoying ice cream.

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Old Windmill

Made of salvaged wood in 1746 and set in its original location.

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Oldest House

Can be purchased as a package if touring the Whaling Museum as well.

Admission prices around $6 for adults and $3 for youth.

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Sayle’s Seafood

A very popular take-out place offering great lobsters and other seafood. Located near the Town Pier. Call ahead to reserve your dinner!

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Shreve, Crump & Low

America's oldest jeweler, carrying diamonds, colored gem stones, estate and designer jewelry from around the world, as well as a wide selection of timepieces and a distinctive collection of giftware.

10AM - 8PM

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Sushi by Yoshi

Authentic Japanese restaurant. No liquor license, bring your own.

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The Pearl

“Coastal Cuisine and Cocktail Bar”. In conjunction with The Boarding House and Corazón del Mar.

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The Tavern at Harbor Square

Mid May-Mid Oct. Lunch 11:30AM-5PM, dinner 5:30PM-9:30PM. Indoor and outdoor seating, on the corner right near the dock with harbor views. Offers seafood and other great dishes.

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The Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

Methodist Church, +1 508-228-4305 (General Info), +1 508-228-4305 (Box Office).

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Topper's Restaurant

At the Wauwinet. Lunch: noon-2PM, Dinner 6PM-?, Sunday brunch 10AM-2PM. Take the Wauwinet Lady, their 26 passenger launch to get there. World class. Wine Spectator award.

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