Is Nantucket walkable?

Is Nantucket walkable? Nantucket is a very walkable and bike-friendly island, so it's also possible to get around by foot or bike.

Can you live on Nantucket without a car?

While many areas of Nantucket are luckily navigable by foot, Team Fisher has put together a handy guide for getting around the island. If you are located in or around town and don't plan on venturing outside of this area, there is no need to have a car.

What famous people live on Nantucket Island?

Famous second homeowners include Secretary of State John F. Kerry and his wife, philanthropist Teresa Heinz Kerry; former General Electric chief executive Jack Welch; and Google executive chairman Eric Schmidt and his wife, Wendy, who has made preserving Nantucket her mission.

What is the best month to visit Nantucket?

The best time to visit Nantucket is during the shoulder months of March, April, September and October. You'll find the island pleasantly free of tourist hordes, and prices are more manageable, too. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, hotels and seafood restaurants capitalize on the throngs of deep-pocketed tourists.

What is the vibe of Nantucket?

Nantucket is pristine, the beaches are gorgeous, and the hospitality of the islanders is unparalleled. Nantucket feels special. This vibe may lend itself more towards people who are looking for sightseeing, a nice stroll through beautiful architecture and local shops, and those who appreciate the finer things in life.

What is so special about Nantucket?

Nantucket is rich in history. In 1602, an Englishman named Bartholomew Gosnold first sighted the Island and then it was settled in 1659. In the late 1600s whales were found off shore and between 1750 and 1840, the Island was one of the major whaling ports in North America.

Is Nantucket for the wealthy?

It has long been a playground for the wealthy, but even billionaires abided by an old-school code of conduct. Now a new cohort has arrived, and the vibe is anything but low-key. Nantucket has always been part fantasyland, part economic miracle.

Why do people go to Nantucket?

Long renowned for its historic significance and natural beauty, Nantucket offers many activities, not just during the summer, but also in the off-season has a burgeoning cultural community that lasts well beyond the summer weather.

Why are there so many Jamaicans on Nantucket?

The Jamaican presence on Nantucket began in 1989 and gathered force in the 1990s after Hurricane Gilbert wrought havoc in the Caribbean and just as the tide of Irish workers in the United States began to run out. For Nantucket businesses Jamaican seasonal workers have been a godsend like no other.

Why do people like Nantucket so much?

No Lines in the Sand. In a welcome contrast to most of New England's ocean communities, virtually all of Nantucket's 110-mile coastline is free and open to the public—including 80 miles of some of the world's most beautiful beaches.

Can you wear jeans in Nantucket?

Pretty much anything goes! From casual jeans and a button-down, to embroidered maxi dresses and flowy skirts.

Is Nantucket walkable from the ferry?

Nantucket is small and extremely walkable, so please consider leaving your car in Hyannis, where both ferry lines operate secure lots.