What's Nantucket Town like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of the city to explore, why not visit Nantucket Town? Take in some culture at Nantucket Historical Association and Whaling Museum. There's plenty more to see, including Nantucket Atheneum and First Congregational Church.
How to get to Nantucket Town
Flying to:
- Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial), 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Nantucket Town
- Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard), 27.4 mi (44.1 km) from Nantucket Town
- Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal), 28.2 mi (45.4 km) from Nantucket Town
Things to see and do in and around Nantucket Town
What to see in Nantucket Town
- Nantucket Atheneum
- First Congregational Church
- Jethro Coffin House
- Nantucket Ferry Terminal
- Children's Beach
Things to do in Nantucket Town
- Nantucket Historical Association
- Whaling Museum
- Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum
- Dreamland Film and Performing Arts Center
- The Artists' Association of Nantucket
Other popular Nantucket Town attractions
- Brant Point Light
- Jetties Beach
- Fire Hose Cart House
- Lily Pond Park
- Maria Mitchell Aquarium
When is the best time to visit Nantucket?
- Hottest months: August, July, September, June (average 19°C)
- Coldest months: February, January, March, December (average 4°C)
- Rainiest months: October, December, January, February (average 138 mm of rainfall)