South Down Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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.

Weirs Beach

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.

Funspot Family Fun Center

Winnipesaukee Pier

Explore the waterfront in Laconia with a trip to Winnipesaukee Pier. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Winnipesaukee Pier

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.

Paugus Bay

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.

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad

Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Laconia. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach

Our pick of the best South Down Shores Hotel Deals

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake

3 out of 5
281 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith, NH
The price is AU$445 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$445
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Meredith. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (782 reviews)
"Fabulous stay, clean and luxurious rooms, great amenities, pool, beach, spa and more."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
Winnisquam Lake Inn

Winnisquam Lake Inn

3 out of 5
788 Laconia Rd, Tilton, NH
The price is AU$134 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$134
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Tilton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.6/10 (687 reviews)
Winnisquam Inn
"The property is dated but clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Winnisquam Lake Inn
Best Western Plus Landmark Inn

Best Western Plus Landmark Inn

2.5 out of 5
480 Main Street, Laconia, NH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$190 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$190
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laconia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff friendly. Beds extremely comfortable. Very clean. Pool nice size. Only negative is breakfast served too late for me to take advantage. Centrally located"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
Weirs Beach Motel and Cottages

Weirs Beach Motel and Cottages

2 out of 5
396 Lakeside Ave, Laconia, NH
Stay at this motel in Laconia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Bank ...
8/10 Very Good! (672 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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Weirs Beach Motel and Cottages
Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains

Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains

2.5 out of 5
1513 US Route 3, Campton, NH
The price is AU$175 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$175
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Campton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (859 reviews)
"Perfect location and price"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
The Common Man Inn & Spa

The Common Man Inn & Spa

4 out of 5
231 Main St, Plymouth, NH
The price is AU$202 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$202
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly inn in Plymouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (349 reviews)
"Great place and nice people to work with."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

The Common Man Inn & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around South Down Shores

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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.

Bayside
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Plummer Point

While Plummer Point isn't home to many top sights, Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Plummer Point
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Lakeport

While visiting Lakeport, you might make a stop by sights like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.

Lakeport
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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.

Weirs Beach
Laconia showing a house and a river or creek

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.

Downtown Laconia

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