The Blue Peter Yacht offers elegant private sailing charters aboard a beautifully restored classic yacht departing from Straight Wharf. Combining timeless craftsmanship with a relaxed Nantucket atmosphere, each sail delivers harbor views, ocean breezes, and a more intimate experience on the water. From sunset cruises to private gatherings and special occasions, it’s a refined way to experience the island by sea.
Steve Tuna’s Beach Fishing Adventures offers guided surf casting experiences across Nantucket’s remote beaches and shoreline fishing spots. Led by longtime local fisherman Steve “Tuna” Tornovish, each trip blends fishing, island exploration, and local knowledge in a relaxed, approachable format for all skill levels. From striped bass and bluefish to bonito and false albacore, it’s one of the most authentic ways to experience Nantucket’s coastline.
The Nantucket Family Resource Center provides free family support services, referrals, parenting resources, and youth assistance programs for Nantucket families and caregivers. Located at Freedom Square, the nonprofit organization helps connect children, parents, and caregivers with educational support, assessments, community programs, and guidance designed to strengthen family well being across the island.
Murray Camp offers summer camp programs on Nantucket designed around outdoor play, creativity, sports, exploration, and hands on activities for children. Located at Nobadeer Farm Road, the camp provides age based programs focused on building confidence, friendships, teamwork, and active island experiences throughout the summer season.
The Nantucket Preservation Trust Walking Tour offers guided explorations of Nantucket’s historic architecture, neighborhoods, and preservation efforts through downtown walking experiences led by knowledgeable local guides. Organized by the Nantucket Preservation Trust, the tours highlight the island’s historic homes, streetscapes, and cultural history while sharing stories about preservation and Nantucket’s architectural heritage.
Nantucket Island Tours offers narrated sightseeing tours exploring Nantucket’s history, landmarks, beaches, and island neighborhoods. Departing from Straight Wharf, the tours guide visitors through downtown Nantucket, ’Sconset, Sankaty Head Lighthouse, and other scenic and historic locations while sharing stories about the island’s whaling past and local culture. Designed for visitors looking for a broad introduction to Nantucket, the tours provide a relaxed and informative way to experience the island.
The Nantucket Arts Council offers community arts programming, workshops, exhibitions, and creative events designed to support artists and expand access to the arts on Nantucket. Located on Union Street in downtown Nantucket, the organization connects residents and visitors with classes, cultural programming, and opportunities to engage with the island’s creative community.
Sisters Salon & Spa is a full service salon and spa located on Pleasant Street in Nantucket offering hair, nail, skincare, massage, waxing, makeup, and bridal beauty services. Designed as a relaxing wellness retreat, the spa combines beauty treatments with a calm atmosphere focused on rejuvenation and self care. Services are available for both everyday appointments and special occasions including weddings and events.
Nantucket Walkabout offers guided nature walks and hiking tours exploring Nantucket’s protected landscapes, wildlife, geology, and natural history. Operating year round, the walks guide visitors through conservation lands and lesser known areas of the island while focusing on ecology, glacial history, native plants, and local wildlife. Tours are designed for visitors looking to experience Nantucket beyond the downtown historic district.
