Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide

Nantucket

A coastal town with a harbor, a large cruise ship docked, and a prominent church steeple.
A harbor with several boats, including a red boat named "Kentucky" and a white boat named "Serenity."
A harbor with several boats docked, American flags flying, and houses with a waterfront view.
A waterfront with houses and a dock.
A table with decorative items including a blue bowl, a tray, and glassware.

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A white neoclassical building with columns and the name "ATHENIUM" on the facade.

Nantucket Atheneum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)
Nantucket Atheneum is just one of the places to see in Nantucket, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Things to do

Nantucket Tirade Scavenger Hunt

Nutty Nantucket Scavenger Hunt

฿971
per adult
Nutty Nantucket Scavenger Hunt
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

฿20,448
per adult
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket
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Top hotels in Downtown Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

3.5 out of 5
29 Centre St. Nantucket MA
The price is ฿17,273 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿17,273
฿20,259 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (583 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location. Check in was easy and we really enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Faraway Nantucket
Jared Coffin House

Jared Coffin House

4 out of 5
29 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿29,206 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿29,206
฿32,623 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Jared Coffin House
21 Broad Hotel

21 Broad Hotel

3.5 out of 5
21 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿29,373 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿29,373
฿32,809 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Broad 21 Hotel! The staff was incredibly accommodating, especially since we booked on such short notice. They made the entire experience easy and stress-free. The location was perfect—close to everything we wanted to see and do, making it easy to explore the area. The hospitality ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

21 Broad Hotel
The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin

The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin

3 out of 5
24 Old South Wharf Nantucket MA
The price is ฿58,912 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿58,912
฿65,805 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin
Hotel Pippa

Hotel Pippa

3.5 out of 5
5 Chestnut Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿27,670 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿27,670
฿30,908 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (291 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Hotel Pippa, the bed was perfect, the shower excellent and the coffee, breakfast was very very good! We loved the location too."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Hotel Pippa
Martin House Inn

Martin House Inn

3.5 out of 5
61 Centre Street Nantucket MA
Stay at this B&B in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (293 reviews)
"The Martin House was a perfect location. The property and the room were extremely clean. Definitely returning!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

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Where to stay in Downtown Nantucket

Find the best Downtown Nantucket areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A harbor with several boats, including a red boat named "Kentucky" and a white boat named "Serenity."
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Nantucket Town

While visiting Nantucket Town, you might make a stop by sights like Nantucket Atheneum and Nantucket Historical Association.

A building with a sign that reads "Whaling Museum" and a flag. There are trees, a bench, and a bicycle.

West of Town

While visiting West of Town, you might make a stop by sights like Nantucket Historical Association and Loines Observatory.

A white lighthouse with a black top, a wooden walkway leading to it, and a sandy beach with vegetation.

Brant Point

While visiting Brant Point, you might make a stop by sights like Jetties Beach and Brant Point Light.

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse on a cliff, overlooking the sea.

Cliff

While visiting Cliff, you might make a stop by sights like Jethro Coffin House and Founder's Cemetery.

A sandy beach with a wooden fence, houses, and a grassy area with yellow flowers.

Madaket

Though Madaket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Madaket Beach and Esther Island.

Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide