Top Things to do in New Hampshire
Top Hotels in New Hampshire
- 1. The Glen House
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
- 3. White Mountain Hotel and Resort
- 4. Comfort Inn & Suites
- 5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manchester
- 6. Ashworth by the Sea
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites North Conway
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Tilton
- 9. Port Inn And Suites Portsmouth, Ascend Hotel Collection
- 10. Top Notch Inn
The 10 Best Beaches in New Hampshire, United States
If you are looking for diversity, you will certainly find it in New Hampshire. From lakes to beaches, waterfalls to woods and mountains to sea coast, the state has huge potential for outdoor vacations, including downhill or cross-country skiing in winter. With no less than seventy-five state parks that offer natural areas, hiking trails, beaches and historic sites, New Hampshire caters for a variety of tastes. Crawford Notch State Park in Harts Location has picturesque waterfalls, wonderful mountain views and opportunities for viewing wildlife. You can go hiking and fishing there as well as pay a visit to the historic Willey House. Monadnock State Park, unlike some other state parks, is open all year round for hiking. Want to go swimming? You will find five state park beaches along the coast of New Hampshire, such as Wallis Sands with its view of the rocky Isles of Shoals. On North Hampton State Beach and Jenness Beach you can have a picnic as well as a swim. When you've finally had your fill of fresh air, head for the Museum of New Hampshire History in Concord with exhibits focusing on heritage and traditions; children should enjoy them just as much as adults.
Restaurants in New Hampshire
1. Hampton Beach State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,349 reviews
Reviewed By P4786WRshellyb - Palmer, United States
Fun for the whole family Great food and entertainment Lots to do Clean beach Street performances were fun
2. Seabrook Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By 845howie - Seabrook, United States
Seabrook Beach is a quiet beach and is maintained by the Town of Seabrook. It is rarely crowded, even in the heat of the summer. With the semi-private status, it often results in the (small) crowds. The Town limits near-by parking to Town residents and owner-rental occupants. Unfortunately, there no lifeguards so be vigilant. Seabrook Beach is relaxing and beautiful any time of the year ! None of the insanity of Hampton Beach to the N or Salisbury Beach to the S.
3. Jenness State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By Brigit-Saule
Beautiful wide beach in Rye that is super easy access from the parking lot (which fills very early).
4. Echo Lake Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By lisaponcin - North Smithfield, United States
Clean and quiet, not quiet warm enough for a swim. Perfect spot to take a rest after hiking the artist bluff.
5. Wallis Sands State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By Roving717012 - Northborough, United States
Great Beach and fishing here! Get there early to get your spot. Plenty of sand and water has less seaweed on the other side of the rocks from the parking lot.
6. Allen Albee Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By RI_Tony - Cumberland, United States
Bases on reviews, we took a half hour trip on our final day vacationing at Lake Winnipesaukee and came up here. My wife loves shade and I love the beach and scenic views. This place checks off all the boxes. Incredible amount of shaded area only steps from the parking area and lake itself. Not too crowded on a gorgeous Friday afternoon, but plenty of kids enjoying themselves. So maybe not as quiet as I would like, but still peaceful and the scenery is what you would expect in the Lakes region. Also, some inviting walking trails which we did not partake in. No entrance fee or reservation required. No one at the gate, actually. Restrooms are closed due to pandemic.
7. North Hampton State Beach
8. Weirs Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 298 reviews
Reviewed By judithlT8258VN
While staying at Half Moon cottages, my family visited the Weirs Beach. The beach is very clean, and provides spectacular views of the mountains, and the many boats that travel on the lake. The beach is well maintained, and it is a perfect place for a picnic. There are tables, and plenty of places for the perfect "photo op." We returned to the beach, as part of our annual trip to celebrate a family wedding anniversary. The local residents are very friendly.
9. North Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Hollmark - Hampton, United States
Great beach a lot quieter than Hampton Beach there are restrooms located at the end of the world, a lot of people walk along the wall round-trip is 3 miles. The beach is fantastic but if it’s high tide you cannot sit on the beach unless you’re sitting on top of rocks
