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

฿951
per adult
Nutty Nantucket Scavenger Hunt
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

฿20,449
per adult
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket
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Top hotels in Downtown Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

4 out of 5
29 Centre St. Nantucket MA
The price is ฿6,911 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿6,911
฿8,106 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (606 reviews)
"We went for a mother daughter trip and this property was beautiful. They have excellent staff and amenities. The Sister Ship restaurant was amazing and the ambiance was second to none. Cymbals for breakfast on the patio was perfect! If you want a wonderful Nantucket experience, I highly ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Faraway Nantucket
Jared Coffin House

Jared Coffin House

4 out of 5
29 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿7,804 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿7,804
฿8,717 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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
Martin House Inn

Martin House Inn

3.5 out of 5
61 Centre Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿6,472 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿6,472
฿7,229 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
Martin House Inn
21 Broad Hotel

21 Broad Hotel

3.5 out of 5
21 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿7,979 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿7,979
฿8,913 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (351 reviews)
"We booked a reservation literally at the last minute, the level of kindness I received from my first phone call is hard to believe. The ferrys quit running back to the Cape and we were stuck and they immediately told me to stay put and came and picked us up and brought us back to the wonderful resort ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

21 Broad Hotel
Hotel Pippa

Hotel Pippa

3.5 out of 5
5 Chestnut Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿6,644 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿6,644
฿7,421 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (313 reviews)
"Good location. Room was just ok. Decent For sure. Just not luxury but u don’t get much for around 600/700 in Nantucket. We didn’t."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Pippa
Greydon House

Greydon House

4 out of 5
17 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿5,841 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,841
฿6,524 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"False Advertising I booked this hotel expecting a full-service experience based on your listing. However, there was no staff present upon my arrival, and check-in consisted of picking up a key card from an unattended front desk. Furthermore, despite advertising both a bar and a restaurant, neither ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Greydon House
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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 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.

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.

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.

Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide