Brant Point
Toss a penny at Brant Point
tradition says a penny overboard passing the light means you'll come back
The best days here leave no photos, just a long exhale.
Reading today's conditions…
House rule: pick two. Three is a schedule.
Brant Point
tradition says a penny overboard passing the light means you'll come back
Broad St
whaling-era pub, burgers and a cozy crowd, a real town favorite
Madaket
the island's sunset beach — big surf, watch the rip currents
Madaket
sunset tacos and margaritas right over Madaket Beach
'Sconset
a quiet path along rose-covered cottages at the island's sleepy east end
An unhurried Nantucket. No times, no numbers, no agenda, just a loose hand of quiet places.
Daily. The "Today, specifically" plan above pulls live weather, tide and event data for Nantucket each time it's regenerated, and the picks below rotate day to day.
Go on, then. The day isn't going to spend itself.
Updated daily by the Nantucket Now local team · last refreshed July 9, 2026. Today's plan pulls live weather, tides and what's open right now. Conditions change, so always confirm hours and follow posted signs.
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