Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo provided by Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Photo provided by Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Photo provided by Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Photo provided by Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Photo provided by Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Photo provided by Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism

Popular places to visit

Nantucket Atheneum

Nantucket Atheneum

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.

Nantucket Atheneum
Whaling Museum

Whaling Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Whaling Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nantucket. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Whaling Museum
First Congregational Church

First Congregational Church

You can find out about the history of Nantucket with a visit to First Congregational Church. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

First Congregational Church
Surfside Beach

Surfside Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Surfside Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Surfside.

Surfside Beach
Madaket Beach

Madaket Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Madaket Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Nantucket.

Madaket Beach
Jetties Beach

Jetties Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jetties Beach during your travels in Nantucket?

Jetties Beach

Activities

Exploring Nantucket's Main Street

Beyond the Cobblestones Self Guided Walking Tour of Nantucket

AU$15
per adult
Beyond the Cobblestones Self Guided Walking Tour of Nantucket
Historical Tour of Nantucket

Historical Tour of Nantucket

AU$87
per adult
Historical Tour of Nantucket
Private Professional Photoshoot in Nantucket

Private Professional Photoshoot in Nantucket

AU$518
per adult
Private Professional Photoshoot in Nantucket
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Our pick of the best Downtown Nantucket Hotel Deals

Faraway Nantucket

Faraway Nantucket

3.5 out of 5
29 Centre St., Nantucket, MA
The price is AU$670 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$670
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (377 reviews)
"Perfect location, great patio."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Faraway Nantucket
Hotel Pippa

Hotel Pippa

3.5 out of 5
5 Chestnut Street, Nantucket, MA
The price is AU$941 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$941
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (215 reviews)
"Overall a great stay. Nice outdoor area"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hotel Pippa
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 AU$1,732 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$1,732
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (187 reviews)
"Very conveniently located. Clean and pleasant interior. Great staff and housekeeping."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin
21 Broad Hotel

21 Broad Hotel

3.5 out of 5
21 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (271 reviews)
"Such a cute place! The staff was so friendly and accommodating. I loved the coffee, water, and ice cream stations. They had many nice offerings for free throughout the day. The rooms were always so fresh and clean. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. It is located right in the middle of downtown ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

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21 Broad Hotel
Centerboard

Centerboard

2 out of 5
8 Chester St, Nantucket, MA
The price is AU$1,002 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$1,002
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nantucket. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions First Congregational Church and White Heron ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Loved the room, decoration and details of the room. Conveniently located at walking distant to the historic area and a good walk to the beach. The person in house was very kind and helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Centerboard
Periwinkle Inn

Periwinkle Inn

3 out of 5
9 N. Water Street, Nantucket, MA
The price is AU$938 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$938
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Nantucket. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions White Heron Theatre and Whaling Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (165 reviews)
"Nice place."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Periwinkle Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Nantucket

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Brant Point

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

Brant Point
Nantucket featuring a marina, boating and a bay or harbour

Nantucket Town

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

Nantucket Town
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Cliff

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

Cliff
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Naushop

When in Naushop, you can plan a visit to Nobadeer Beach and Surfside Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Naushop
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Dionis

While Dionis isn't home to many top sights, Hummock Pond and Cisco Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dionis
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Madequecham

While visiting Madequecham, you might make a stop by sights like Nobadeer Beach and Madequecham Pond.

Madequecham

Downtown Nantucket Travel Guide

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