NANTUCKET, MA
A Day in Nantucket
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride from Martha’ s Vineyard to Nantucket. Upon arrival, travel back to the 18th century as you step onto its timeworn cobblestone streets. Once you arrive, board local transportation and enjoy a narrated, historical exploration of the entire island including a visit to the beautiful village of Siasconset, known for its rose-covered cottages. At the conclusion of the exploration, you will be dropped off in town where you can spend a half day exploring this charming island at your leisure. Admire the delightful rose-covered cottages, steeped churches, and manicured gardens. Peruse the many high-end boutiques and local restaurants and stop in at the Whaling Museum, which recounts the island’ s role as a whaling hub.
The Whaling Museum & Historic Buildings of Nantucket
Explore The Whaling Museum, featuring two stories of exhibitions. Led museum docents, enjoy guided spotlight tours about Nantucket history and listen to live lecture presentations under a sperm whale skeleton. Visit the third floor Roof Walk to get a bird’ s eye view of Historic Downtown Nantucket. After, walk up Main Street to explore the imposing Hadwen House, an 1846 Whale Oil Merchant mansion.
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