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Portsmouth

Pickwick's Mercantile, State St., Portsmouth, N.H.
View of Portsmouth Harbor from downtown Portsmouth, N.H.
Market Square in downtown Portsmouth, N.H.

Enjoy the relaxed vibe of this coastal city. Being a foodie town, Portsmouth has many cafes, bakeries and restaurants. (Read More)


You can find 17th and 18th century houses along cobblestone side streets. In winter, there is ice skating at the outdoor rink at Strawbery Banke, a re-creation of a colonial setting with costumed re-enactors a short walk from downtown. Explore more streets as you approach the Memorial Bridge on the east side of town and visit Pickwick's Mercantile, Lady Pickwick's, and Fezziwig's Fountain, a collection of historic themed shops and a cafe where costumed staff greet you. Market Square, Congress Street and Pleasant Street have women's clothing boutiques, jewelry stores, a record store and gift shops. With lots of nooks and crannies, downtown Portsmouth is fun to explore for a day trip or weekend visit. Also, it is a great stopover for skiiers, leaf peepers, and vacationers heading home from points farther north. You can shop, grab dinner and view historic architecture while taking in harbor views. (Less)


Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Enjoy the relaxed vibe of this coastal city. Being a foodie town, Portsmouth has many cafes, bakeries and restaurants. You can find 17th and 18th century houses along cobblestone side streets. In winter, there is ice skating at the outdoor rink at Strawbery Banke, a re-creation of a colonial setting with costumed re-enactors a short walk from downtown. Explore more streets as you approach the Memorial Bridge on the east side of town and visit Pickwick's Mercantile, Lady Pickwick's, and Fezziwig's Fountain, a collection of historic themed shops and a cafe where costumed staff greet you. Market Square, Congress Street and Pleasant Street have women's clothing boutiques, jewelry stores, a record store and gift shops. With lots of nooks and crannies, downtown Portsmouth is fun to explore for a day trip or weekend visit. Also, it is a great stopover for skiiers, leaf peepers, and vacationers heading home from points farther north. You can shop, grab dinner and view historic architecture while taking in harbor views.

Shops
20 Below Boutique - women's boutique; accessories, jewelry; 31 Vaughn Mall 603-436-2010WEBSITE
Bliss Boutiques - women's designer clothing boutique; accessories, footwear including boots; 85 Market St. 603-431-8285WEBSITE
Bull Moose - new and used vinyl records; also, cd's, posters, video games, dvd's, memorabilia; 82-86 Congress St. 603-422-9525WEBSITE
Byrne & Carlson Chocolatier - high quality hand crafted small batch chocolates; also, glace fruits, fruit jellies; assortment gift boxes; 121 State St. 603-559-9778WEBSITE
Canine Cupboard - organic dog treats and food; toys, collars, beds, bowls; 220 State St. 603-431-0082WEBSITE
Clay's - women's clothing store; casual and comfortable styles; 19 Market St. 603-431-5580WEBSITE
Club Boutique and City Shoes - women's clothing boutique, plus shoes; 10 Pleasant St. 603-433-4455WEBSITE
Deadwick's Ethereal Emporium - psychic parlor and shop; one of the Pickwick shops; 19 Sheafe St. 603-319-6946WEBSITE
Diversions - games, puzzles; 123 Congress St. 603-766-6220WEBSITE
Em & Elle - women's clothing, accessories, shoes; decor, gifts; 41 Pleasant St. 603-427-0650WEBSITE
Footnotes Footwear - women's brand name shoes and boots; 9 Market St. 603-431-7331WEBSITE
Good Vibes Life Is Good - men's, women's and children's casual clothing and accessories; optimistic, inspirational messages on clothing; 16 Congress St. 603-433-1300WEBSITE
Gus & Ruby Letterpress - paper goods; cards, stationery, desk items, agendas, calendar, prints; home and kitchen items; 29 Congress St. 603-319-1717WEBSITE
G.Willikers! Toy Shop - toys, books, games, building sets, stuffed animals, special events, book readings; 13 Market St. 603-436-7746WEBSITE
Hazel Boutique - stylish unique women's clothing, accessories; European styles; 7 Commercial Alley 603-766-1780WEBSITE
Ireland on the Square - Irish products; sweaters, scarves, pottery, jewelry; 6 Market Square 603-319-1670WEBSITE
Kaya Jewelers - variety of jewelry products incorporating new designs with traditional styles; 4 Market Square 603-433-4211WEBSITE
Kittery Outlets - outdoor outlet mall with over 120 outlet stores; located 2 miles north of downtown Kittery and 3 miles north of downtown Portsmouth; 306 US Route 1, Kittery, Maine 888-548-8379WEBSITE
Kittery Trading Post - outdoor gear and apparel; located at the Maine Outlet Shopping Center; located 2 miles north of downtown Kittery and 2.3 miles north of downtown Portsmouth; 301 US Route 1 888-587-6246WEBSITE
Lady Pickwick's - lingerie, robes, perfume, soaps, makeup, jewelry; 56 State St. 603-427-8671WEBSITE
Leroux Kitchen - variety of items for the kitchen; tableware, cookware, aprons, cookbooks; 23 Market St. 603-430-7665WEBSITE
Lit Boutique - women's clothing boutique; outerwear and shoes also; 19 Congress St. 603-319-6780WEBSITE
Market Square Jewelers - gemstone rings, earrings, pendants; engagment rings; watches, pins; repairs; 12 Market Square 603-343-2705WEBSITE
Menemsha Blues - CLOSED in Portsmouth; OPEN on Martha's Vineyard; men's, women's and children's casual cotton clothing; accessories; 1 Congress St. 603-559-9800WEBSITE
Off Piste - joke gifts, off color novelties; 37 Congress St. 603-319-6910WEBSITE
Pickwick's at the Banke - museum shop located at Strawbery Banke Museum; costumed staff, locally made items; 43 Atkinson St. 603-433-1100WEBSITE
Pickwick's Mercantile - wonderful gift shop with costumed sales staff; books, candles, soaps, Harry Potter and Downton Abbey items; 64 State St. 603-427-8671WEBSITE
Portsmouth Book & Bar - used books with indoor and outdoor cafe; drinks, live music, events, evening hours; 40 Pleasant St. 603-427-9197WEBSITE
Portsmouth Fabric Company - beautiful designer fabrics; sewing and quilting kits, books, patterns; 112 Penhallow St. 603-436-6343WEBSITE
Pretty Little Things - women's clothing boutique; also, shoes and accessories; 21 Vaughan Mall 603-436-1690WEBSITE
Pretty Poppy - CLOSED; open in Newburyport, Mass.; women's clothing and accessory boutique; 47 Market St. 603-294-0632WEBSITE
RiverRun Bookstore - new and used books, events, typewriters sold & repaired; online store; book publishing; 32 Daniel St. 603-431-2100WEBSITE
Salt Cellar - salt products; skin care, food salts, gifts; 7 Commercial Alley 603-766-1616WEBSITE
Scallops, Mineral and Shell Emporium - semi-precious stones, fossils, crystals, shells, gifts, jewelry; 65 Daniel St. 603-431-7658WEBSITE
Seaside Allure - CLOSED; still open in Marblehead, Mass.; clothing shop; Lilly Pulitzer and Vineyard Vines fashions; 24 Congress St. 603-380-9904WEBSITE
Sheafe Street Books - new and used books; 29 Sheafe St. 603-498-5202WEBSITE
Stonewall Kitchen - prepared foods, sauces, jellies, spreads; home and kitchen items; 10 Pleasant St. 603-422-7303WEBSITE
Summerwind Jewelers & Goldsmiths - variety of designer jewelry pieces; also, custom work and repairs; 49 Market St. 603-436-9188WEBSITE
Ten Thousand Villages - internationally sourced artisan made crafts, gifts, jewelry, accessories, kitchenware and home decor items; 87 Congress St. 603-431-2392WEBSITE
Village Silversmith - sterling silver jewelry, minerals, rocks, gems; 71 Congress St. 603-294-0941WEBSITE
Warner's Card & Gift Shop - cards, gifts, souvenirs, accessories; 2 Market Sq. 603-431-6641WEBSITE
Water Monkey - clothing and hats for women and men; also, jewelry and home decor; 33 Vaughan Mall 603-431-2243WEBSITE
Wear House - women's clothing consignment boutique; jewelry and accessories; 74 Congress St. 603-373-8465WEBSITE

General Information
Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce - goportsmouthnh.com; visitor site with info about lodging, restaurants, activities, eventsWEBSITE
Portsmouth Visitor Info - portsmouthnh.com; Portsmouth and area lodging, restaurants, attractions, events, historyWEBSITE

Restaurants
Agave Mexican Bistro - CLOSED in Portsmouth, open in Newburyport, Mass.; lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch; 111 State St. 603-427-5300WEBSITE
Barrio - build your own tacos restaurant at 3S Artspace; 319 Vaughan St. 603-766-3330WEBSITE
Bennett's Sandwich Shop - breakfast sandwiches, hot and cold lunch sandwiches, kids sandwiches; 41 Congress St. 603-436-3353WEBSITE
Black Trumpet - cozy bistro on waterfront serving dinner with locally sourced ingredients; 29 Ceres St. 603-431-0887WEBSITE
Blue Mermaid Island Grill - Caribbean dishes served in family friendly restaurant; lunch, dinner, specialty drinks; live music schedule; 10 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery, Maine 207-703-2754WEBSITE
British Beer Company - CLOSED; British tavern meals, plus pizza; gluten free dishes, pizza available; live music; 103 Hanover St. 603-501-0515WEBSITE
Bubby's NY Style Deli - MOVED to the Dover Transportation Center; sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, breakfast all day; 33 Chestnut St., Dover 603-373-8981WEBSITE
Cafe Mediterraneo - Italian bistro; lunch and dinner; 119 Congress St. 603-427-5563WEBSITE
Cava - tapas and wine bar; menu varies; 10 Commercial Alley 603-319-1575WEBSITE
Ceo's Gelato - homemade gelato and sorbet; 43 Pleasant St. 603-425-8234WEBSITE
Ceres Cafe & Bakery - lunch and baked goods; 51 Penhallow St. 603-436-6518WEBSITE
Cure - small cozy dinner restaurant; slow cook meat, pork and poultry dishes; 189 State St. 603-427-8258WEBSITE
Dunbar Square Restaurant - Nepalese dishes; mostly vegan, vegetarian and gluten free; 10 Market St. 603-294-0107WEBSITE
Fezziwig's Food & Fountain - soda fountain drinks and ice cream, espresso, pastries, crepes, sandwiches, soups, salads; part of Pickwick collection of shops; 112 State St. 603-501-0023WEBSITE
Franklin Oyster House - oysters, seafood, poultry; small plates and entrees; late afternoon and dinner hours; 148 Fleet St. 603-373-8500WEBSITE
Friendly Toast - large breakfast and brunch menu; also, burgers, salads, soups, sandwiches; late hours on weekend; 113 Congress St. 603-430-2154WEBSITE
Geno's Chowder & Sandwich Shop - seasonal, casual, family run lunch spot with chowders, lobster rolls, salads & sandwiches; river view from deck; also, indoor seating and boat dock; 177 Mechanic St. 603-427-2070WEBSITE
Gilley's Diner - burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches; lunch and late night hours; limited seating; 175 Fleet St. 603-431-6343WEBSITE
Green Elephant - Asian vegetarian serving lunch and dinner; 35 Portwalk Pl. 603-427-8344WEBSITE
Jumpin' Jay's - seafood restaurant with raw bar; 150 Congress St. 603-766-3474WEBSITE
Kilwins - chocolate, fudge, ice cream; 20 Congress St. 603-319-8842WEBSITE
Library Restaurant - New England steakhouse in historic building; lunch, dinner, brunch; 401 State St. 603-431-5202WEBSITE
Louie's - CLOSED; rustic Northern Italian dining; fresh pastas; seafood entrees; 86 Pleasant St. 603-294-0989WEBSITE
Martingale Wharf - waterfront dining; outdoor deck in season; live music schedule; 99 Bow St. 603-431-0901WEBSITE
MN La Maison Navarre - French patisserie serving macarons, baked goods, breakfast and lunch items; 121 Congress St. 603-373-8401WEBSITE
Morrison's Lobsters - small casual lobster shack, cash only; dock seating; byob; 11 Badgers Island West, Kittery, Maine 207-439-2501WEBSITE
Moxy - small plates done in American contemporary style, plus drink pairings; 106 Penhallow St. 603-319-8178WEBSITE
Oar House - lunch, dinner in rustic indoor, or harbor view deck settings; seafood, steak, raw bar, sandwiches; 55 Ceres St. 603-436-4025WEBSITE
Poco's on the Waterfront - Mexican cantina plus burgers, soups and salads; indoor and outdoor seating; water views; 37 Bow St. 603-431-5967WEBSITE
Popovers on the Square - cafe & bakery serving breakfast, lunch, baked goods including popovers; also serves wine, beer, specialty coffees; 8 Congress St 603-431-1119WEBSITE
Portsmouth Book & Bar - used books with indoor and outdoor cafe; drinks, live music, events, evening hours; 40 Pleasant St. 603-427-9197WEBSITE
RiRa - CLOSED; Irish pub, brunch, lunch, dinner; live music schedule; 22 Market Sq. 603-319-1680WEBSITE
Ristorante Massimo - elegant Italian dinner restaurant; European ambience; small plates plus wines served upstairs; 59 Penhallow 603-436-4000WEBSITE
Rosa Restaurant - family style Italian restaurant; lunch and dinner, kids menu, desserts; 70 State St. 603-436-9715WEBSITE
Shalimar India - Northern Indian Punjabi restaurant; 80 Hanover St. 603-427-2959WEBSITE
Surf Restaurant - seafood restaurant serving lunch, dinner, sushi, desserts; raw bar, cocktails; 99 Bow St. 603-334-9855WEBSITE
Thai 5 Bistro - Thai restaurant serving lunch and dinner; gluten free options; 40 Pleasant St. 603-373-8871WEBSITE
The Goods - market and cafe; breakfast all day, lunch sandwiches and salads, pizza, dinners to go; 29 Vaughn Mall 603-373-8415WEBSITE
The Juicery - smoothies, organic juices, salads, veggie wraps; 55 Hanover St. 603-431-0693WEBSITE
The Pointe - New England fare; small and large plates; Portsmouth Harbor views from Kittery; indoor/outdoor; 31 Badgers Island West, Kittery, Maine 207-703-2987WEBSITE
The Soupery - soups and grilled cheese sandwiches; gluten free, vegetarian and vegan choices; 51 Hanover St. 603-431-7687WEBSITE
The Works Cafe - breakfast all day, bagels, sandwiches, smoothies, baked goods; 9 Congress St. 603-431-4433WEBSITE
Toscana Italian Chophouse and Wine Bar - steak house serving fresh pasta, steak and seafood entrees, side dishes, cocktails, wines, desserts, kids menu; dinner, plus an added brunch/lunch menu on Saturday and Sunday; 3 Pleasant St. 603-570-3600WEBSITE

Accommodations
Ale House Inn - ten room contemporary boutique hotel downtown; 121 Bow St. 603-431-7760WEBSITE
Anchorage Inns & Suites - family run hotel; guest rooms, studios, suites; pet friendly; smoking rooms available; indoor pool, continental brkfst.; 1.5 miles from downtown; 417 Woodbury Ave. 603-431-8111WEBSITE
Courtyard Portsmouth - guest rooms and suites, indoor pool, shuttle to local attractions, breakfast cafe; 1000 Market St. 603-436-2121WEBSITE
Fairfield Inn Portsmouth Seacoast - continental breakfast, shuttle to local attractions, seasonal outdoor pool; located 2 miles west of downtown; 650 Borthwick Ave. 603-436-6363WEBSITE
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown - located in town; 23 Portwalk Pl. 603-430-3033WEBSITE
Holiday Inn Portsmouth - guest rooms and suites; kid friendly; on site restaurant; check kids eat free offer; located 1.3 mile from downtown; 300 Woodbury Ave. 603-431-8000WEBSITE
Homewood Suites - studios and suites, breakfast buffet, indoor pool; located 2 miles northwest of downtown; 100 Portsmouth Blvd. 603-427-5400WEBSITE
Hotel Portsmouth - thirty two room contemporary boutique hotel downtown; 40 Court St. 603-433-1200WEBSITE
Inn at Strawbery Banke - CHANGED to The Sailmaker's House; historic nineteenth century seven room B&B located in town; 314 Court St. 603-436-7242WEBSITE
Inn Downtown - boutique hotel with 10 studio apartments in a renovated historic downtown building; 409 The Hill 603-436-2778WEBSITE
Martin Hill Inn - B&B located a half mile from downtown Portsmouth; full breakfast; 404 Islington St. 603-436-2287WEBSITE
Portsmouth Harbor Inn & Spa - CHANGED to Water Street Inn; five room Victorian B&B and spa located one half mile from downtown Portsmouth via the Memorial Bridge; 6 Water St., Kittery, Maine 207-439-4040WEBSITE
Residence Inn Portsmouth Downtown - located downtown; 100 Deer St. 603-422-9200WEBSITE
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel - downtown hotel; onsite restaurant; 250 Market St. 603-431-2300WEBSITE
The Port Inn - dog friendly boutique hotel with seasonal outdoor heated pool, breakfast, electric car charging station; located 2 miles from downtown; 505 Rt. 1 Bypass 603-436-4378WEBSITE
The Sailmaker's House - ten guest rooms in historic house in downtown Portsmouth; limited onsite parking; 314 Court St. 603-380-3447WEBSITE
Water Street Inn - small inn with 8 newly furnished guest rooms; onsite parking, wifi, porch; located over the Memorial Bridge, 1/2 mile from downtown Portsmouth; 6 Water St., Kittery 207-994-9735WEBSITE
Wentworth by the Sea - large historic waterfront hotel and spa by Marriott; indoor and outdoor pool; marina; guest rooms and suites; restaurants; located 3 1/2 miles from downtown Portsmouth, N.H.; 588 Wentworth Rd., New Castle, N.H. 603-422-7322WEBSITE

Events, Activities, Attractions
3S Art Space - gallery, art exhibits, events, restaurant; 319 Vaughan St. 603-294-9060WEBSITE
Albacore Museum - self-guided tour on preserved research submarine; visitor center with exhibits; 600 Market St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-3680WEBSITE
Esther's Marina & Kayak Rentals - seasonal kayak and SUP rentals and marina located downtown; 41 Pickering Ave. 603-828-6462WEBSITE
Fort Constitution State Historic Park - old fort ruins located on New Castle Island; picnic spot; 25 Wentworth Rd., New Castle, N.H. 603-271-3556WEBSITE
Great Island Common - local town beach, picnic area, playground; 301 Wentworth Road, Rte. 1B, New Castle, N.H. 603-436-1992WEBSITE
Isles of Shoals Steamship Co. - lighthouse and island cruises; 315 Market St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-431-5500WEBSITE
John Paul Jones House - seasonally open historic located downtown; 43 Middle St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-8420WEBSITE
Moffatt Ladd House & Garden - eighteenth century seasonal historic Georgian mansion and gardens; tour schedule and special events; 154 Market St. 603-436-8221WEBSITE
Odiorne Point State Park - seasonal state park with walking trails, picnic area; Seacoast Science Center located here; 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, N.H. 603-436-7406WEBSITE
Portsmouth Harbor Cruises - harbor and island cruises; 64 Ceres St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-8084WEBSITE
Seacoast Science Center - seasonal marine science center; touch tanks, exhibits; located in Odiorne Pt. State Park; fees for park and science center; 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, N.H. 603-436-8043WEBSITE
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center - seasonal nature trail and zoo with educational programs, gardens and lake cruises; 23 Science Center Rd., Rt. 113, Holderness, N.H. 603-968-7194WEBSITE
Strawbery Banke - outdoor historic colonial museum with costumed guides, hands-on activities, events; wintertime outdoor ice skating rink; 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-433-1100WEBSITE
Summer Sessions - surf and SUP board lessons, rentals; 15 Vaughn Mall 603-373-8147WEBSITE
The Music Hall - performing arts and cultural center in historic downtown Victorian theater, plus Music Hall Loft nearby; TED talks, concerts, tours, movies; 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-2400WEBSITE
Wallis Sands State Beach - beach with picnic tables, bathhouse, concession store; 1050 Ocean Blvd., Rye, N.H. 603-436-9404WEBSITE
Water Country - seasonal outdoor water park; 2300 Lafayette Rd., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-427-1111WEBSITE
Wentworth Coolidge Mansion - walking trail and ocean view mansion grounds open seasonally; mansion open for special events; 375 Little Harbor Rd., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-6607WEBSITE
Peirce Island - walking paths, outdoor pool, playgrounds, boat launches, dog park, city and harbor view spots; walk to island from downtown Prescott ParkWEBSITE
Portsmouth Black Heritage Trail - guided and self-guided historic walking trail of African American sites in downtown Portsmouth, managed by the Black Heritage Trail New Hampshire; 603-570-8469WEBSITE
Prescott Park Arts Festival - waterfront park events, including summer concert series, musical festivals, theater in downtown Portsmouth, N.H.; 603-436-2848WEBSITE
Rye Beach - town.rye.nh.us; town info about ocean beaches in Rye, New HampshireWEBSITE
Sagamore Creek Farm - historic wildlife reservation with walking trails, kayaking; 99 Creek Farm Rd.WEBSITE

Kids
3S Art Space - gallery, art exhibits, events, restaurant; 319 Vaughan St. 603-294-9060WEBSITE
Albacore Museum - self-guided tour on preserved research submarine; visitor center with exhibits; 600 Market St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-3680WEBSITE
Blitz Air Park - indoor trampoline park; 140 West Rd., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-501-0853WEBSITE
Children's Museum of New Hampshire - hands on children's museum with play and learning activities; located 12 miles north of Portsmouth; 6 Washington St., Dover, N.H. 603-742-2002WEBSITE
Esther's Marina & Kayak Rentals - seasonal kayak and SUP rentals and marina located downtown; 41 Pickering Ave. 603-828-6462WEBSITE
Fort Constitution State Historic Park - old fort ruins located on New Castle Island; picnic spot; 25 Wentworth Rd., New Castle, N.H. 603-271-3556WEBSITE
Great Island Common - local town beach, picnic area, playground; 301 Wentworth Road, Rte. 1B, New Castle, N.H. 603-436-1992WEBSITE
Isles of Shoals Steamship Co. - lighthouse and island cruises; 315 Market St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-431-5500WEBSITE
John Paul Jones House - seasonally open historic located downtown; 43 Middle St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-8420WEBSITE
Moffatt Ladd House & Garden - eighteenth century seasonal historic Georgian mansion and gardens; tour schedule and special events; 154 Market St. 603-436-8221WEBSITE
Odiorne Point State Park - seasonal state park with walking trails, picnic area; Seacoast Science Center located here; 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, N.H. 603-436-7406WEBSITE
Portsmouth Harbor Cruises - harbor and island cruises; 64 Ceres St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-8084WEBSITE
Seacoast Science Center - seasonal marine science center; touch tanks, exhibits; located in Odiorne Pt. State Park; fees for park and science center; 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, N.H. 603-436-8043WEBSITE
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center - seasonal nature trail and zoo with educational programs, gardens and lake cruises; 23 Science Center Rd., Rt. 113, Holderness, N.H. 603-968-7194WEBSITE
Strawbery Banke - outdoor historic colonial museum with costumed guides, hands-on activities, events; wintertime outdoor ice skating rink; 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-433-1100WEBSITE
Summer Sessions - surf and SUP board lessons, rentals; 15 Vaughn Mall 603-373-8147WEBSITE
The Music Hall - performing arts and cultural center in historic downtown Victorian theater, plus Music Hall Loft nearby; TED talks, concerts, tours, movies; 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-2400WEBSITE
Wallis Sands State Beach - beach with picnic tables, bathhouse, concession store; 1050 Ocean Blvd., Rye, N.H. 603-436-9404WEBSITE
Water Country - seasonal outdoor water park; 2300 Lafayette Rd., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-427-1111WEBSITE
Wentworth Coolidge Mansion - walking trail and ocean view mansion grounds open seasonally; mansion open for special events; 375 Little Harbor Rd., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-6607WEBSITE
Peirce Island - walking paths, outdoor pool, playgrounds, boat launches, dog park, city and harbor view spots; walk to island from downtown Prescott ParkWEBSITE
Portsmouth Black Heritage Trail - guided and self-guided historic walking trail of African American sites in downtown Portsmouth, managed by the Black Heritage Trail New Hampshire; 603-570-8469WEBSITE
Prescott Park Arts Festival - waterfront park events, including summer concert series, musical festivals, theater in downtown Portsmouth, N.H.; 603-436-2848WEBSITE
Rye Beach - town.rye.nh.us; town info about ocean beaches in Rye, New HampshireWEBSITE
Sagamore Creek Farm - historic wildlife reservation with walking trails, kayaking; 99 Creek Farm Rd.WEBSITE

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Popovers on the Square, Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.
Popovers on the Square, Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.

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Kilwins, Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.
Kilwins, Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.

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Stonewall Kitchen, Pleasant St., Portsmouth, N.H.
Stonewall Kitchen, Pleasant St.

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Wear House, Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.
Wear House, Congress St., Portsmouth, N.H.

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Lady Pickwick's, State St., Portsmouth, N.H.
Lady Pickwick's, State St., Portsmouth, N.H.

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Book and Bar, Pleasant St., Portsmouth, N.H.
Book and Bar, Pleasant St., Portsmouth, N.H.

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Commercial Alley, Portsmouth, N.H.
Commercial Alley, Portsmouth, N.H.