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Things to see in Nantucket (United States): 10 places and when to go
Nantucket is a town in United States, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Architecture (3), Museums and art (3), History (2). The best known are Brant Point Light, Great Point Light and Maria Mitchell Aquarium. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 02. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 41.2854, -70.0901
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Architecture (3) · Museums and art (3) · History (2) · Stargazing (2) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- JFK New York, 318 km as the crow flies
What to see in Nantucket
The places in and around Nantucket, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Brant Point LightActive lighthouse in Massachusetts, United States504 m
- Great Point LightLighthouse in Massachusetts, United States12 km
- Maria Mitchell AquariumZoo in Massachusetts, USA622 m
- Sankaty Head LightLighthouse on Nantucket island, Massachusetts, United States10 km
- Nantucket Whaling MuseumMuseum in Nantucket, Massachusetts, United States737 m
- Jethro Coffin HouseHistoric house in Massachusetts, United States1.4 km
- Nantucket Life-Saving MuseumMuseum in Nantucket3.8 km
- Cisco BrewersBrewery4.2 km
- Loines ObservatoryObservatory1.9 km
- Vestal Street ObservatoryObservatory1.3 km
When to go to Nantucket
The best time to visit Nantucket is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:20
- FebPossible10:24
- MarBest time11:40
- AprBest time13:07
- MayBest time14:19
- JunBest time14:58
- JulBest time14:42
- AugBest time13:39
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:52
- NovPossible9:38
- DecPossible9:02
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 02. In March, 8 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Nantucket
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, New York), 318 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Oak Bluffs13 places45 km
- South Dennis9 places45 km
- Sandwich12 places62 km
- Eastham15 places65 km
- New Bedford, Massachusetts31 places82 km
- Carver13 places85 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Nantucket?
The best known: Brant Point Light, Great Point Light, Maria Mitchell Aquarium, Sankaty Head Light, Nantucket Whaling Museum. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Nantucket?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 58 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 02.
How do you get to Nantucket?
The nearest main airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 318 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Nantucket as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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