Founded by islander Chester Barrett in the horse-and-buggy days, Barrett’s Tours is Nantucket’s longest-running sightseeing and transportation company. Today his tradition continues with comfortable vans, friendly local drivers, a...
Barrett's delivers exceptional island tours thanks to standout guides who clearly love what they do. Jason stands out in nearly every recent review for his entertaining storytelling style, deep knowledge of Nantucket's whaling history and architecture, and genuine enthusiasm that makes the experience memorable. Roland also earns high praise for going above and beyond, even conducting tours on his birthday when travelers needed help. Patricia, Mr. T, and Wilbur get similar recognition for making tours both educational and fun. The guides here do more than recite facts—they bring the island to life with humor, personal anecdotes, and thoughtfully planned routes covering downtown cobblestone streets to scenic moors and coastlines. Many mention the guides' photography skills and willingness to help capture great shots at well-timed stops. One wedding transportation experience fell short with late pickups and a van in poor condition, but the overwhelming majority of feedback focuses on the excellent tour experiences. If you're exploring Nantucket and want an engaging, informative tour with passionate local guides, this company consistently delivers.
We just took the Historic Tour of Nantucket this past week. Chris was our tour guide. He shared so many great facts with us. He was so caring about the comfortability of the riders and ensured everyone could hear well. Totally worth the ride and the time to learn more!
Linda Cox
May 16, 2026
We just took the Historic Tour of Nantucket this past week. Chris was our tour guide. He shared so many great facts with us. He was so caring about the comfortability of the riders and ensured everyone could hear well. Totally worth the ride and the time to learn more!
Linda Cox
May 16, 2026