Beyond the Cobblestones Self Guided Walking Tour of Nantucket

Uncover Nantucket’s rich history and charm on this self-guided audio tour. Using our app, you can explore at your own pace as you stroll down cobblestone-lined Main Street and learn about how Nantucket evolved from the worlds whaling capital to the tourist destination it is today. Admire meticulously preserved 18th-century homes, each whispering tales of the island’s whaling past. Explore iconic landmarks like the Atheneum, the Hadwen House, and Straight Wharf, a bustling hub since the 17th century. All along the way, captivating stories, insights, and local recommendations bring Nantucket’s vibrant heritage to life.

We’ll meet in front of the Whaling Museum, give you a brief overview of the museum, and encourage you to visit at the end of the tour.

Learn about the Nantucket Atheneum as you view it from outside and hear about the well-known figures who have visited or spoken here over the years.

Explore the shops and restaurants as you hear about this once active commercial hub for Nantucket.

Stroll down the narrow gravel path and pop your head into a few of the art galleries on Nantucket’s Old South Wharf.

See the historic marker memorializing The Petrel, a Nantucket steamship dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Snap a photo of the well-known “Compass Rose” on the side of the Ralph Lauren building and learn about the photographer who commissioned it in 1936.

View the Quaker Meeting House as you hear about its history on the island.

View this historic home and museum, built in 1846 by William Hadwen. It’s a prime example of the island’s whaling success. Admission is $10 per person (or included if you purchase admission to the Whaling Museum).

Learn about America’s first female astronomer as you view her historic home.

Learn about 2 Quaker sisters who restored this old barn into a quirky mix of art and architecture as you view it from outside.

Learn about a prosperous whaling-ship owner who built this house for his family in 1845, and how it survived the Great Fire of 1846.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour route is 2 miles and relatively flat.
• The tour takes about 2 hours to complete which accounts for pausing in front of each attraction to hear audio content.
• Stopping to browse the shops on Main Street or Straight Wharf could increase the duration to 3 hours.

• Beyond the Cobblestones Self Guided Walking Tour of Nantucket
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• Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
• App & Tour Download

• Smartphone (bring your own)
• Admission to Whaling Museum ($25)
• Admission to Hadwen House ($10)

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For the best experience, we recommend that you download and activate the tour in advance. Please see instructions below.

BEFORE YOU GO:
1) Download the Drives & Detours mobile app:
iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/drives-detours/id6443681888
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app6506

2) Open app, tap “Walking Tours”, then tap “Beyond the Cobblestones”

3) Enter Access Code (on iPhone tap “Login to Download” then “Login”)
** Your Access Code: VHY271 **

4) Tap “Download Tour”

STARTING THE TOUR:
1) Go to 13 Broad Street
2) Open app, tap “Walking Tours”
3) Tap “Beyond the Cobblestones” then “Start Tour”

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We hope you enjoy the tour! If you have any questions, please text us at 619.324.9920

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Drives & Detours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 3 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.