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

฿968
per adult
Nutty Nantucket Scavenger Hunt
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Nantucket

฿20,346
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 ฿6,485 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿6,485
฿7,606 total
25 Oct - 26 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! (620 reviews)
"Fantastic location in the centre of town. Nothing is more than a 7 minute walk away."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Faraway Nantucket
Jared Coffin House

Jared Coffin House

4 out of 5
29 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿4,860 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,860
฿5,428 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The continental breakfast was a little bit wired, with no tables available. Only sofas, armchairs and coffee tables."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Jared Coffin House
Greydon House

Greydon House

4 out of 5
17 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿6,420 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿6,420
฿7,172 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (227 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Greydon House for our 25th wedding anniversary! The hotel is absolutely charming, with unique character, beautiful design, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel special from the moment you arrive. The staff is exceptional, and the location is perfect for ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Greydon House
21 Broad Hotel

21 Broad Hotel

3.5 out of 5
21 Broad Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿7,005 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,005
฿7,824 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (365 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

21 Broad Hotel
Hotel Pippa

Hotel Pippa

3.5 out of 5
5 Chestnut Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿6,334 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿6,334
฿7,075 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (320 reviews)
"The staff were amazing and friendly. Provided some very useful tips for traveling around the Island, places to visit, and tips and suggestions on places to eat out."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Pippa
Periwinkle Inn

Periwinkle Inn

3 out of 5
9 N. Water Street Nantucket MA
The price is ฿5,327 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿5,327
฿5,951 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions White Heron Theatre and Whaling Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
"Very nice Inn, very well located. Breakfast is served shortly before 8am. Only con’s is the absence of parking which can be challenging during the hot season."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Periwinkle Inn
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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 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 Cisco Beach.

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 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