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Brant Point Lighthouse

Easton St, Nantucket, MA 02554
508 228 2500
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Ranked #7 of 45 attractions in Nantucket
Type: Lighthouses, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: Established in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse has been in service more than 250 years.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Like I said. It's just a lighthouse. But it offered some great opportunities for photos. A pleasant walk form the center of town

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Wilton, Connecticut, United States
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

We have always valued every experience at White Elephant/Brandt Point until our last visit on Daffodil Weekend 2012...we will never go back unfortunately. The wait staff was clueless. We ordered drinks...asked to wait to order dinner. The appetizer came in 5m minutes and then in 5-7 came dinner so we had to move appetizer over to have dinner and out... More

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Jacksonville, Florida, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2013

Yes, another lighthouse, but this one is just delightful. This historic sight is a short walk but the view is magnificent and a great photo-op. Don't miss it!

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

Small lighthouse a short walk from town - beautiful views of the harbor and a great beach to walk along.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

When you leave on the ferry it is a tradition to throw a penny and wish to come back. Growing up i have taken many picture here and now my children have taken their picture here.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2013

Quintessential lighthouse on the low rocky point that is passed by daily ferries and boats of all sizes. Many weddings take place there. Great photo opportunities all around. Local legend says as you pass the lighthouse and head back to the mainland, you should toss a penny to signify that you'll return. (I hope the fish aren't OD'ing on copper!)

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2013

was so pretty at sunrise took great shots while the run was rising, easy to walk to from our stay at the Seven Sea Street Inn!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 7, 2012

Beautiful, easily accessible lighthouse- no easy parking there, walk or take cab. The beach around the light house is beautiful and full of shells for the kids.

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Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 6, 2012

Brant Point Lighthouse is one of the 1st things that you'll see as you enter Nantucket Harbor on the ferry. It is also one of the last things that you'll see as you leave. I have enjoyed stopping at the lighthouse both at sunrise and sunset. It's a bit of a walk from town, but not too far and certainly... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 27, 2012

We enjoyed our little trip out to the lighthouse; it was very scenic. There are great views of the harbor and the ferries coming and going.

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