Merrimack Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

New Hampshire showing autumn leaves and forest scenes
New Hampshire which includes general coastal views and rocky coastline
Photo provided by NHDTTD/Jen Drociak
Photo provided by NHDTTD/Jen Drociak
Manchester featuring street scenes
Concord which includes a statue or sculpture and a monument

Where to stay in Merrimack Valley

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Salisbury Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Salisbury Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Salisbury Beach State Reservation or Salisbury Beach.

Salisbury Beach
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
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Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Lowell Heritage State Park and Cambodia Town.

Highlands
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South End

When in South End, you can plan a visit to Filotimo Casino and Mall of New Hampshire, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South End
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Summer Village

While Summer Village isn't home to many top sights, The Butterfly Place and MIT Haystack Observatory are some notable places to visit nearby.

Summer Village
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South Lowell

While there might not be top attractions in South Lowell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Lowell National Historical Park.

South Lowell
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St., Manchester, NH
The price is AU$179 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$179
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Room service was not completed when requested. Everything else was fine."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Even Hotels Manchester Airport by IHG

Even Hotels Manchester Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
55 John E. Devine Drive, Manchester, NH
The price is AU$183 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$183
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (844 reviews)
"Great convenient spot! Spacious rooms"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Even Hotels Manchester Airport by IHG
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston-Andover

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston-Andover

3 out of 5
131 River Rd, Andover, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$207 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$207
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Andover. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,818 reviews)
"We had a pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston-Andover
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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.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Awesome Glamping
"There is no other place like it on earth. Every amenity of a 5 star while soaking in nature."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook
PET FRIENDLY -Plum Island Oasis - Walk to Beach - Fire Pit

PET FRIENDLY -Plum Island Oasis - Walk to Beach - Fire Pit

Newbury
Stay at this apartment in Newbury. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Newbury Beach and Plum Island Point are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"We thought the property was great. Michael was a great host and answered our message quickly. The home is very nice, the yard and walk to the sea was so great. My grandchildren loved that we could go through the dunes and get to the sea. high five... Amazing Grace, Rebecca and Family"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

PET FRIENDLY -Plum Island Oasis - Walk to Beach - Fire Pit
Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!

Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!

2 out of 5
Newbury
Stay at this cottage in Newbury. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Seabrook Beach and Newbury ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Our first time to Plum Island and it did not disappoint! Kelli was great and the cottage itself provided a perfect getaway for myself and my five besties! Great proximity to everything you need and well stocked both inside and out, with bikes, coolers and outdoor games for you to enjoy. Everything ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Plum Island Beach Cottage - 4 Minute Walk To Beach!!
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Popular places to visit

Waterfront Promenade Park

Waterfront Promenade Park

Explore the great outdoors at Waterfront Promenade Park, a lovely green space in Newburyport. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Waterfront Promenade Park

Southern New Hampshire University Arena

Catch an event at Southern New Hampshire University Arena during your trip to Manchester. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Southern New Hampshire University Arena

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your stay in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Merrimack Premium Outlets

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Merrimack Premium Outlets during your trip to Merrimack. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Merrimack Premium Outlets

Southern New Hampshire University

Walk around the campus at Southern New Hampshire University as part of your travels around Hooksett. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Southern New Hampshire University

New Hampshire International Speedway

Catch an event at New Hampshire International Speedway during your trip to Loudon. Discover the area's live music or seek out its cycling trails.

New Hampshire International Speedway

Activities

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$26
per traveller
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Cities near Merrimack Valley

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Andover

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Westford

Boston

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