Why go
- Consolidated town and county in Massachusetts, United States.
- Served by Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK).
History
Nantucket is an island in Massachusetts, United States, about 30 miles (48 km) south of the Cape Cod peninsula. Together with the small islands of Tuckernuck and Muskeget, it constitutes the Town and County of Nantucket, a combined county/town government. Nantucket is the southeasternmost town in Massachusetts. The name "Nantucket" is adapted from similar Algonquian names for the island.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 6 direct destinations
- Cape Air 9K (CNA) · 4 routes: Barnstable*, Boston, New Bedford, Vineyard Haven MA
- T.J. Air TJ (PL2) · 2 routes: Teterboro, White Plains
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: ACK has direct flights to 6 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Barnstable, Boston, New Bedford, Teterboro, Vineyard Haven MA…). By water: 3 ferry terminals within 12 mi (nearest: Straight Wharf - Nantucket, 1.8 mi); routes include Harwich Port - Nantucket, Oak Bluffs – Nantucket, Hyannis - Nantucket.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Nantucket Island. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.