Rockingham County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A bridge with two large towers over a river at sunset.
A harbor with boats, a church with a steeple, and colorful houses reflecting on the water.
A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a tree, and yellow flowers.
A wooden pier extending into calm water, with a seagull perched on the edge. In the background, there is a dock with a bridge and a row of houses.
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Popular cities in Rockingham County

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Portsmouth
Known for Shopping, Ports and Beer
Visit an elegant seaside city at the mouth of the Piscataqua River that excites with its maritime past, historic buildings and scenic walking trails.

Reasons to visit

  • Market Square
  • Water Country
  • The Music Hall
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An aerial view of a coastal military base with a beach, green fields, and a large body of water.
Hampton
Known for Beaches, Sea and Live music
Hampton is calling! Discover its beaches, oceanfront, entertainment and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Hampton Beach
  • Hampton Beach State Park
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A large building with a statue on top, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.
Salem
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Shopping
Romantic Salem awaits: its dining, hockey, lake views and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Canobie Lake Park
  • America's Stonehenge
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A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a tree, and yellow flowers.
Rye
Known for Friendly people, Beaches and Sea
Come to romantic Rye and enjoy its beaches, oceanfront and cathedral.

Reasons to visit

  • Odiorne Point State Park
  • Rye Harbor State Park
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A river meandering through a rural landscape with fields, a bridge, and houses along the banks.
Seabrook
Known for Friendly people, Beaches and Dining
Experience the beaches, local cuisine and boating in Seabrook!

Reasons to visit

  • Seabrook Beach
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A street lined with shops, including a bookstore and a military history shop.
Exeter
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Universities
Once a bustling state capital, this peaceful town is now known for its serene riverside location and enthralling heritage.

Reasons to visit

  • Phillips Exeter Academy
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Stay near popular Rockingham County attractions

A detailed sandcastle with a central figure, multiple spires, and text indicating 'Seaside' and 'Ashworth By The Sea'.
Photo by Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau
Open Photo by Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau

Hampton Beach

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Enjoy freshly caught seafood, clean beaches and gorgeous views of the Atlantic at this oceanfront village that epitomizes small-town charm.
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