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Seek the adventure. Thrill in the surf. Ride the
waves watching the whales. Swim in sparkling waters. Meander on
cobblestoned streets. Embrace history. Celebrate commitment
with memories in the sand of time. All are a part of this world
renown island destination.
Feisty fishing, kayaking, kite-flying, indulgent shopping, dancing,
watching plays, basket weaving, body boarding, bird watching,
gallery hopping, sightseeing, enchanting bike riding, swimming,
sun-bathing, fine-gourmet dining, little known treasures
discovering. sunlit cruising, enlightening historic island touring,
star gazing. All are are a decision away. |
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BASKET MAKING |
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Karl & Susan Ottison
508-228-9345 |
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BEACHES. |
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Retreat to timeless moments of silence in the salty air. Escape the
noise, the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Pristine, hidden, breezy beaches. Some sheltered by dunes.
Calm waters, surfing waves, swimming. Scenic beaches where you can
watch the boats come in. The freedom to explores miles and miles of
sand is at your doorstep. Discover the freedom to find little known
treasures...the simple pleasures so irresistible, so available.
Uniquely Nantucket! |
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BIKE PATHS
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Miles and miles of beautiful bike paths await
to be explored. Most paths have rest areas and water
fountains. Breezes, wild aromatic flowers, birds, and
beautiful scenery, sunsets and sunrises. Here you find the
freedom to explore at your own pace. |
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BIKE
AND MOPED RENTALS & SALES.
Bicycle shops have maps of all the
bike paths on Nantucket Island. Please know that Century House
also provides the maps at no cost. Please call and have the
bicycles delivered at the Century House on 10 Cliff Road. Also, see
the Bike Paths below.
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Nantucket Bike Shop & Car Rental
Steamboat & Straight Wharves
508-228-1999 OR
800-770-3088
www.nantucketbikeshop.com |
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BIRD WATCHING.
Nearly one
half of Nantucket is protected. A wide variety of wild birds
can be found. Nantucket Visitor's Bureau has information on
seasonal bird watching walks and tours.
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Nantucket Visitors Bureau
508-228-0925 |
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FISHING.
Full or half a day of fishing with an experienced captain is
available. You never know what you may catch. |
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Barry Thurston
508-228-9595
www.nantucket.net/sports/thurston |
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GOLF.
Play 9 to 18 holes or hit a bucket of balls at the driving range of
the only public golf course on Nantucket Island. Call to
schedule a tee time. The
Nantucket Golf Club, the other golf
club is a private, members only, |
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Miacomet Golf Club
508-325-0333 |
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ICE-SKATING.
Public ice skating is available all year
around. Group and private lessons are also offered. |
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Nantucket Ice
508-228-2516 |
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KAYAKING. |
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Nantucket Kayak Rentals
508.332.3440 OR 508.292.2475
Sea Nantucket Kayaks Rentals
St. Francis Beach
508.228.7449
Nantucket
Community Sailing
Jetties Beach Rental Site
508-228-5358 |
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KITE-FLYING.
Pick up your own Nantucket kite and discover
the best spots to fly the kites. Just ask. Go ahead. |
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Nantucket Lite, Candle and Soap Co.
14 South Water Street
508-228-8494 |
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LIVE VIEW FROM NANTUCKET |
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NATURE WALKS
AND TOURS |
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Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc.
508-257-9706
www.nantucketconservation.com |
| PICNIC PROVISIONS |
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A-P Deli Dept.
Salem Street
508-228-9576 |
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Henry’s Jr.
129 Orange St
508-228-3035 |
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Provisions
Straight Wharf
508-228-3258 |
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Something Natural
50 Cliff Street
508-228-0504 |
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RESTAURANTS |
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Indulge in fine dining. World renown restaurants and chefs on
Nantucket. Here you will find gourmet, organic, seafood,
and other world cuisine. Most restaurants will require advanced
reservations. Others do not take reservations. |
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SAILING |
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Nantucket Community Sailing
508-228-5358
www.nantucketsailing.com |
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SEAL CRUISING |
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Shearwater
Excursions
508.228.7037
www.explorenantucket.com |
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STAR GAZING |
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Maria Mitchell Association
508.228.1031 |
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SURFING.
Nantucket's
original school of surfing. Classes available. |
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Nantucket
Surf School
508.560.1020
Nantucket Community Sailing
508-228-5358
www.nantucketsailing.com |
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TENNIS |
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Nantucket Tennis and Swim Club
508-228-3700
www.nantuckettennis.com |
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THEATRE |
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Theatre Workshop of Nantucket
508-228-4305 |
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TOURS.
See the island by bus, by foot, by bike, by water. |
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Endeavor Sailing Excursions
Slip #15, Straight Wharf
508-228-5585 |
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Historic
Tours. The
Nantucket
Historical Association
508-228-1894
www.nha.org |
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Gail's Tours, Inc.
508-257-6557 |
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WATER SPORTS.
Whaling, sailing, surfing, boating, and other
favorites. |
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Force 5 Watersports
508-228-0700
www.force5watersports.com |
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WINDSURFING |
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Force 5 Watersports
508-228-0700
Nantucket Community Sailing
508-228-5358
www.nantucketsailing.com |
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WHALE WATCHING |
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Shearwater Excursions
508-228-7037 |
