Nantucket

Overview of Nantucket

It's an island located 50 km off the coast, with beautiful landscapes, historic homes, and beaches.

Key Facts

• Type of place: island.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

• Local time: Heure : Nantucket

• Main town:

• Population: 10,172 inhabitants (2016).

• Area: 272.6 km².

• Density: 82.2 inhabitants/km².

• Highest point:

• Coastline:

• Website: http://nantucket.net

History of Nantucket

Island Environment

Wildlife and Flora

Precautions

What to See and Do in Nantucket

Climate and Weather in Nantucket

Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Accommodation

Dining

Useful Addresses

Nearby

Also worth seeing within about 100 km of the island:

Cape Cod ★★★
The go-to vacation destination in the region for its landscapes, beaches, and walking opportunities.

Martha's Vineyard ★★
Beaches and beautiful scenery on this island, which has become a holiday destination for celebrities and the wealthy.

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