Southern New Hampshire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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. :)
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. :)
Whaleback Light is a historic lighthouse marking the mouth of the Piscataqua River between New Castle, New Hampshire and Kittery, Maine. It is located on a rocky outcrop offshore southwest of Fort Foster and south of Wood Island in Kittery. It is only accessible by boat.
Nearly frozen waterfall outside of the building one of my close friends works at. Love it. Dover, NH. Jan 2016
Waterfalls in Bedford NH

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, The Music Hall and Market Square 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
A winter day in Portsmouth, NH

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
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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
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St. Manchester NH
The price is AU$220 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$220
5 Feb - 6 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! (1,119 reviews)
Great staff, awesome room, amazing cookies. We love this hotel.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl Portsmouth NH
The price is AU$196 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$196
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,097 reviews)
It is always nice to be remembered by staff and the staff is always pleasant and helpful. The room is always ready and clean.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
100 High St Portsmouth NH
The price is AU$164 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$164
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
We didn’t have breakfast or dine there

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
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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! (108 reviews)
Very cozy cabin, fantastic experience

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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!
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! (169 reviews)
We had a great time and would stay again.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
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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
Awesome area for photography and the autumn season makes it prefect

Pats Peak

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

Pats Peak
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
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Water Country

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

Water Country

Cities near Southern New Hampshire

Tamworth which includes a lake or waterhole and a house

Tamworth

Old Stage Road Bridge straddles the Taylor River between Hampton Falls and Hampton, New Hampshire. Each town owns one half of the bridge, which connects two large conservation open spaces, Applecrest Orchards in Hampton Falls and the Hurd Dairy Farm in Hampton. A dam and waterfall grace the site.

Hampton Falls

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Alton Bay

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