Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones
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Is Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones worth booking?
Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones is a 2-hour experience in Nantucket, United States, from $10 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (11)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Explore historic downtown Nantucket on a self-guided audio walking tour. Follow a roughly 2-mile route as stories and directions play automatically along the way. Hear how Nantucket rose to prominence as a whaling port,
What you get
About this experience
Explore historic downtown Nantucket on a self-guided audio walking tour. Follow a roughly 2-mile route as stories and directions play automatically along the way. Hear how Nantucket rose to prominence as a whaling port, how Quaker families shaped the island, and how its economy and architecture evolved after the whaling era. See landmarks including the Nantucket Atheneum, Straight Wharf, Hadwen House, Greater Light, and Jared Coffin House. Download the tour in advance to use it offline as you walk. Pause anytime for museums, shops, food, photos, or a break, then continue whenever you’re ready. - GPS-triggered narration plays automatically - Approximately 2-miles and relatively flat - Hear about whaling, Quaker history, architecture, and island life - Works offline after download - Explore at your own pace - Pause anytime and continue when you’re ready
What's included
Included
- Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
- App & Tour Download
Not included
- Smartphone (bring your own)
What you'll see and do
Whaling Museum
We'll meet in front of the Whaling Museum, give you a brief overview of the museum, and encourage you to visit at the end of the tour.
Pass by without stopping
Nantucket Atheneum
Learn about the Nantucket Atheneum as you view it from outside and hear about the well-known figures who have visited or spoken here over the years.
Pass by without stopping
Explore the shops and restaurants as you hear about this once active commercial hub for Nantucket.
20 minutes here
Stroll down the narrow gravel path and pop your head into a few of the art galleries on Nantucket's Old South Wharf.
15 minutes here
See the historic marker memorializing The Petrel, a Nantucket steamship dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
Pass by without stopping
Snap a photo of the well-known "Compass Rose" on the side of the Ralph Lauren building and learn about the photographer who commissioned it in 1936.
Pass by without stopping
Nantucket Friends Meeting House
View the Quaker Meeting House as you hear about its history on the island.
Pass by without stopping
Hadwen House
View this historic home and museum, built in 1846 by William Hadwen. It's a prime example of the island's whaling success. Admission is $10 per person (or included if you purchase admission to the Whaling Museum).
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Maria Mitchell Hinchman House
Learn about America's first female astronomer as you view her historic home.
Pass by without stopping
Greater Light
Learn about 2 Quaker sisters who restored this old barn into a quirky mix of art and architecture as you view it from outside.
Pass by without stopping
Learn about a prosperous whaling-ship owner who built this house for his family in 1845, and how it survived the Great Fire of 1846.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Nantucket
The starts on the sidewalk in front of the Whaling Museum on Broad Street.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The starts on the sidewalk in front of the Whaling Museum on Broad Street.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Drives & Detours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour route is 2 miles and relatively flat
- The tour takes 2+ hours to complete (with pauses in front of each attraction to hear audio content)
- Additional stops and breaks can increase the duration
- Children under 11 are free
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not the best but worth $10
The reason for lower score is varied. One is we walked by interesting stuff that was not mentioned and could have easily been included bc it was on the route. At one interesting site it basically said the name of it and then referred us to a different website for more information. Earlier in our trip we had done another walking tour in different city and their app included links to ‘Learn more’ at each stop which was very helpful. Contrary to another review and exchange with the company there were several stores mentioned throughout the tour. It was a joke between us bc we had read that review exchange and decided to purchase anyway giving the benefit of the doubt. At the end of the day it got us around the island which enabled us to see parts of the island we would not have seen otherwise.
Response from the operator: Hi Georgi, thanks for taking the time to leave us some constructive feedback. We'll give it a more thorough review and see if we can address some of the items you mentioned.
via Tripadvisor
If you are considering...
If you are considering visiting the Whaling Museum it is good to purchase your admission ticket ahead of the tour. The pass is good all day with free readmission. Included with the Museum pass are free passes to some sites on the tour and other historical sites not included in the tour.
Response from the operator: That's a great tip! Thanks for taking the time leave a review and we're glad you enjoyed the tour!
via Viator
Nice way to visit
A great way to add some structure to a day visit. We made many stops along the way and then could pick up the tour where we left off.
via Viator
The Essence of Nantucket
Very informative. I had done quite a bit of reading about the history of Nantucket before my vacation trip to the island. The audio tour covered all of the important people and events that I had read about. The audio tour captured the important essence of early Nantucket…a perfect glimpse back into a time long gone. If you don’t sign-up for this audio tour, you’ll be missing out on what made the island an important part of American History.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, and we're glad you enjoyed the tour!
via Tripadvisor
Nice Stroll!
Good little insights of the island, its industry, and people. Enjoyed the narration! We were here during great weather!
Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nantucket.
How much does Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nantucket usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nantucket is not rushed.
Is Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nantucket, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nantucket can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nantucket and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nantucket within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nantucket?
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On Outty we rank every Nantucket experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historical Tour of Nantucket, Private Nantucket Beach Fishing Activity with a Guide, Nantucket Coast-to-Coast Self-Guided Audio Driving or Biking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nantucket?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nantucket?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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