Southern New Hampshire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Silver birches amidst golden ferns in the New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England.
Silver birches amidst golden ferns in the New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England.
The New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England, in all its autumn glory.
Standing on the cliff edge on North Pack Monadnock looking south over the Wapack Range in southern New Hampshire
Have you ever stayed in a treehouse? If not, you should add it to your bucket list. It was such a cool experience! We found this one on Airbnb. If you ever find yourself in New Hampshire, you should check it out! Photo credit: Emily Thomas Here's the link to the treehouse https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28368603?source_impression_id=p3_1560190994_wF3vaV3zLIRg%2BJKf just in case. :)

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Where to stay in Southern New Hampshire

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Hampton Beach

If you're spending some time in Hampton Beach, Hampton Beach and Hampton Beach Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Hampton Beach
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Rye Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Rye Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Jenness State Beach or St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea.

Rye Beach
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Music Hall and Market Square are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
Manchester downtown building including City Hall Plaza and Brady Sullivan Plaza with Merrimack River in the front panorama aerial view, Manchester, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Downtown Manchester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Manchester, Palace Theater and Center of New Hampshire Expo Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Manchester
Strawberry Banke Museum, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, USA

West End

When in West End, you can plan a visit to The Music Hall and Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West End
Portsmouth historic city center and Waterfront of Piscataqua River with Memorial Bridge panorama aerial view, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Pease

When in Pease, you can plan a visit to Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pease
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St. Manchester NH
The price is NZ$220 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$220
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,135 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
100 High St Portsmouth NH
The price is NZ$168 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$168
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (244 reviews)
The room was spotless. Staff friendly and accommodating. The toilet needed a plunger to flush in the morning. Everything else was excellent.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central

Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central

2.5 out of 5
131 DOW AVENUE Portsmouth NH
The price is NZ$175 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$175
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Spotless room!

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
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Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
76 Mountain Rd Epsom NH
Stay at this cabin in Epsom. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions James Park and Epsom Public Library are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski

Gilford NH
Stay at this ski holiday home in Gilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (170 reviews)
Great spot for families! This was our groups second year going. Lots of space and close to everything. Had a blast.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
Ocean views from every window. 5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!

Ocean views from every window. 5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!

Hampton NH
Stay at this beach condo in Hampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Casino Cascade Water ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Super easy to get to. Clean and accommodating. Would recommend

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Ocean views from every window. 5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!
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Popular places to visit

Hampton Beach which includes a statue or sculpture, art and outdoor art

Hampton Beach

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

Hampton Beach
The most beautiful view of New Hampshire. Our Anniversary Trip to Gunstock #TakeAHike

Gunstock Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Gilford with a visit to Gunstock Mountain Resort. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Gunstock Mountain Resort
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Market Square

You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a trip to Market Square. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Market Square
Good time

Canobie Lake Park

Bring the children to Canobie Lake Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Salem. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Canobie Lake Park
Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse after sunset. The lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located within Fort Constitution in New Castle, New Hampshire, United States.

Water Country

Enjoy an outing to Water Country during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Water Country
Aerial view of Seabrook Beach, New Hampshire with snow

Seabrook Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Seabrook Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Seabrook. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Seabrook Beach

Cities near Southern New Hampshire

Concord featuring outdoor eating

Concord

The historic Cocheco Mill, in Dover, New Hampshire.

Dover

Methuen downtown including Spicket Mill at Spicket River aerial view at Pleasant Street and Broadway in historic city center of Methuen, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Methuen

Peterborough showing a house and autumn colours

Peterborough

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