Best Things to Do in Nantucket
14 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Hadwen House
Hadwen House, located at 96 Main Street, offers a historic attraction for visitors.
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Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, located at 158 Polpis Road, is a seasonal, non‑profit institution focused on the history of shipwrecks around Nantucket and in Nantucket Sound.
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Oldest House
The Oldest House at 16 Sunset Hill Lane is a historic building dating back to 1686, recognized as the earliest dwelling on Nantucket that remains on its original site.
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Quaker Meeting House
The Quaker Meeting House at 7 Fair Street offers a quiet space for reflection and community gatherings.
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Maria Mitchell Natural Science Museum
Maria Mitchell Natural Science Museum offers visitors an engaging exploration of natural history.
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Nantucket Whaling Museum
The Nantucket Whaling Museum sits at 15 Broad Street, offering visitors a look into the island’s maritime past.
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First Congregational Church Bell Tower Climb
First Congregational Church Bell Tower Climb offers visitors the chance to explore the historic tower of First Congregational Church.