South Down Shores Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Winnipesaukee Pier
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Winnipesaukee Pier during your visit to Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Paugus Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Paugus Bay during your travels in Laconia. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the live music in this family-friendly area.
Ahern State Park
You can take time to visit Ahern State Park during your travels to Laconia. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Weirs Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Weirs Beach during your trip to Laconia? Wander the lakeside and beaches in this family-friendly area.
Funspot Family Fun Center
Enjoy an outing to Funspot Family Fun Center during your stay in Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Our pick of the best South Down Shores Hotel Deals
Winnisquam Lake Inn
Rooms were clean but had to wait 20 minutes to check in was no one at the front desk
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
Still no staff at the front desk at the Palmer Inn. Very cold without staff to go too. Coffee machine is lacking the higher end latte/espresso machine that they have at Church Landing. The new redone rooms are definitely 100% better than before. Total plus.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Steele Hill Resorts
Good
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
Breakfast was fresh! Building was extremely clean and well maintained. No complaints. One of the comfiest hotel beds I’ve ever slept in in my life.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
It was the perfect choice for our family, pool and hot tub were awesome.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Quality Inn Loudon-Concord
The room was clean. Staff was friendly. They kept the breakfast well stocked and there’s always plenty of parking. I just wish their showers had detachable shower hoses to make showers easier for all the guests that come and stay at their property Disabilities or not.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Down Shores
Plummer Point
While Plummer Point isn't home to many top sights, Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bayside
While there might not be top attractions in Bayside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.
Lakeport
While visiting Lakeport, you might make a stop by sights like Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa and Paugus Bay.
Weirs Beach
Lake views, live music and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Weirs Beach. Make a stop by Lake Winnipesaukee or Winnipesaukee Pier while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Laconia
If you're spending some time in Downtown Laconia, Lake Winnisquam and Sun Day's Salon & Spa, Inc. are top sights worth seeing.
