Things to do in Nantucket

Planning questions about Nantucket

What are the best things to do in Nantucket?

Historical Tour of Nantucket is the highest ranked experience in Nantucket, scoring 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 235 traveler reviews. Private Nantucket Beach Fishing Activity with a Guide, Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones, Nantucket Coast-to-Coast Self-Guided Audio Driving or Biking Tour, Nantucket Self Guided Walking and Biking Tour Combo round out the top five. Outty ranks 7 bookable experiences in Nantucket, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Nantucket cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Nantucket is $29 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Nantucket Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: Beyond the Cobblestones. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Nantucket for today?

Yes. 7 of the top 7 experiences we rank in Nantucket currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Nantucket good for families?

Most experiences in Nantucket welcome all ages, though minimum ages are set by the operator. The age requirement is listed on every experience page.

How many days do you need in Nantucket?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Nantucket?

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.

Can I cancel a booking in Nantucket?

7 of the 7 experiences we rank in Nantucket offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Nantucket gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Nantucket so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.