Southern New Hampshire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo provided by NHDTTD/Jen Drociak
Portsmouth
Portsmouth showing boating and a bay or harbour
Portsmouth showing a bridge
Portsmouth featuring outdoor art

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 Casino Cascade Water Slide 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, Portsmouth Harbor Trail and The Music Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
Cathedral of St Joseph featuring a church or cathedral, a small town or village and street scenes

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
Portsmouth

West End

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

West End
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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
EVEN Hotels Manchester Airport by IHG

EVEN Hotels Manchester Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
55 John E. Devine Drive, Manchester, NH
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (960 reviews)
"rooms were clean -no luggage racks -breakfast was fair had cereal, and no bowls, toast and no butter"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St., Manchester, NH
The price is NZ$238 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$238
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
505 US Highway 1 Bypass, Portsmouth, NH
The price is NZ$173 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$173
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,038 reviews)
"Great & Beautiful area!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Postcard Cabins Blake Brook

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook

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! (62 reviews)
"Fun experience! Cozy, secluded cabins with great views. We had an awesome time enjoying the trails nearby and smores by the fire. Will definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook
Rye Motor Inn: An Adults-Only Apartment Hotel

Rye Motor Inn: An Adults-Only Apartment Hotel

3 out of 5
741 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Rye. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Water Country and Market Square are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Good stay, rooms were a little warm and the AC could not keep up with humidity. Extremely clean, very well equipped"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Rye Motor Inn: An Adults-Only Apartment Hotel
Lakefront cottage with deck, patio, firepit, AC & W/D - secluded location

Lakefront cottage with deck, patio, firepit, AC & W/D - secluded location

Wakefield
Stay at this vacation home in Wakefield. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Ivanhoe and Lake Ivanhoe Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"Clean, house updated. Would give it 5 stars, except 1. The stairs to the bedrooms is steep with irregular stairs. Not good for elders and small children 2. Access to the beach is the same with few rails or guards. 3. Pans for fried food are scratched and handle very loose. 4. A mouse problem! Came ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Lakefront cottage with deck, patio, firepit, AC & W/D - secluded location
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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
Market Square

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
Gunstock Mountain Resort

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
Canobie Lake Park

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
Kittery Premium Outlets

Kittery Premium Outlets

4/5(1 review)

During your trip to Kittery, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kittery Premium Outlets. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Kittery Premium Outlets
Pats Peak

Pats Peak

Hit the slopes in Henniker with a visit to Pats Peak. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Pats Peak

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Peterborough showing a house and autumn colours

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