Southern New Hampshire, NH

Travel Guide
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Portsmouth
Portsmouth featuring a bay or harbor and boating
Portsmouth showing a bridge
Portsmouth featuring outdoor art

Where to stay in Southern New Hampshire

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Hampton Beach

Popular for its pristine beach, Hampton Beach boasts a lively boardwalk along Ocean Boulevard, featuring numerous shops, seasonal hotels, and the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom. Don't miss the New Hampshire Marine Memorial nearby!

Hampton Beach
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Downtown

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

Downtown
Even though Rye isn’t your average beach, Rye, NH is one of my favorite spots on the east coast 😍 #LifeAtExpedia

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
Cathedral of St Joseph which includes a small town or village, a church or cathedral and street scenes

Downtown Manchester

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

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

While West End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Music Hall and Market Square.

West End
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Pease

While there might not be top attractions in Pease, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall.

Pease
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
4 out of 5
700 Elm St., Manchester, NH
The price is SAR 463 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
SAR 463
SAR 502 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful. The front desk staff was great but the bar tenders were terrible and rude. Our room was beautiful and clean."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Manchester Airport, NH
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Manchester Airport, NH
3 out of 5
250 S River Rd, Bedford, NH
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 387 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
SAR 387
SAR 420 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bedford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,187 reviews)
"Very closed to shopping areas, quiet area,highway easy access.."

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Manchester Airport, NH
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl, Portsmouth, NH
The price is SAR 476 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
SAR 476
SAR 516 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel. Check in was great. The manager was friendly and helpful. Lobby is gorgeous, set up for Christmas. We enjoyed the cookies and hot cocoa. The pool area is clean and great for kids. Rooms are very clean and comfortable. This hotel will be our new go to in Portsmouth."

Reviewed on 30 December 2024

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
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Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains
Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains
Gilford
Stay at this cottage in Gilford. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lake Winnipesaukee and Gunstock Mountain Coaster are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Fall Trip
"Beautiful home. Great weekend away!!"

Reviewed on 10 November 2024

Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape Near Lake & Mountains
Reuben Dimond House, Renovated Historic Farmhouse in the Capital, Concord, NH.
Reuben Dimond House, Renovated Historic Farmhouse in the Capital, Concord, NH.
Concord
Stay at this vacation home in Concord. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Shara Vineyards and Cider Hill are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
Historic Gem
"We thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay at this beautifully restored 257 year old farmhouse. The location was peaceful and private — truly an unexpected gem within minutes of the center of New Hampshire’s capital city. During our stay we experienced two snowstorms and we were grateful for our host’s ..."

Reviewed on 19 December 2024

Reuben Dimond House, Renovated Historic Farmhouse in the Capital, Concord, NH.
Deck For Entertaining: Belmont Group Getaway
Deck For Entertaining: Belmont Group Getaway
Belmont
Stay at this vacation home in Belmont. Enjoy private pools, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Belknap Mill Society Museum and Sun Day's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
Excellent weekend away with a group
"This house was such a find. It sleeps so many adults comfortably. There is so much space and comfortable couches. The kitchen is well stocked with pans and platters, etc. Check in and check out were really easy. It was the best house we could have asked for."

Reviewed on 17 November 2024

Deck For Entertaining: Belmont Group Getaway
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Popular places to visit

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

Hampton Beach

4.5/5(586 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Hampton Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Hampton. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Hampton Beach
The View Panoroma of 4 pictures taken from the top of Gunstock mountain.

Gunstock Mountain Resort

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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

Gunstock Mountain Resort
Awesome area for photography and the autumn season makes it prefect

Pats Peak

4/5(27 reviews)

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

Pats Peak
Market Square

Market Square

4.5/5(187 reviews)

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

Market Square
Kittery Outlets featuring signage

Kittery Premium Outlets

4.5/5(701 reviews)

During your trip to Kittery, you can enjoy retail therapy at Kittery Premium Outlets. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Kittery Premium Outlets
Good time

Canobie Lake Park

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Bring the kiddos 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