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.

Stay near popular Downtown Nantucket attractions

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

฿960
per adult
Nutty Nantucket Scavenger Hunt
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

฿20,458
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 ฿12,643 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿12,643
฿14,829 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
Faraway Nantucket
21 Broad Hotel

21 Broad Hotel

3.5 out of 5
21 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿17,870 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿17,870
฿19,961 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (333 reviews)
"Nice location and wonderful snacks."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

21 Broad Hotel
Jared Coffin House

Jared Coffin House

4 out of 5
29 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿13,468 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿13,468
฿15,044 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (953 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Jared Coffin House
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 ฿29,240 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿29,240
฿32,661 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
"Located right on Straight Wharf so very convenient to downtown."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin
Martin House Inn

Martin House Inn

3.5 out of 5
61 Centre Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿12,357 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿12,357
฿13,803 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (300 reviews)
"Very clean & comfortable with location very close to town! Coffee, water & snacks were included & available at all hours & continental breakfast items in the morning."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Martin House Inn
Hotel Pippa

Hotel Pippa

3.5 out of 5
5 Chestnut Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿14,996 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿14,996
฿16,750 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (300 reviews)
"Felt like home. Beds and pillows were so comfortable- linens amazing. Great location if you want to be in town."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Hotel Pippa
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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."
Photo by Tony Creech
Open Photo by Tony Creech

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 house with pink flowers climbing up its side.
Photo by Lisa Frackiewicz
Open Photo by Lisa Frackiewicz

Tom Nevers

While there might not be top attractions in Tom Nevers, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tom Nevers Beach and Siasconet Beach.

Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide