Why Visit
New Hampshire?
Everything from family attractions and theme parks to the great outdoors awaits you throughout New Hampshire. Visit one of New Hampshire's many state parks, go downhill or cross country skiing; visit a waterfall; visit the Museum of New Hampshire History or one of the many other museums and historic sites that New Hampshire has to offer. New Hampshire has hundreds of attractions and activities that appeal to children and adults of all ages. Whether it's taking your kids to the children's museum or to New England's largest skateboard park, enjoying an amusement park, taking in a sporting event, or taking a cruise or a tour, there are many options to enjoy.
Discover the New Hampshire only those who explore the outdoors know. It’s a New Hampshire filled with biking, bird watching, hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, tours, gorgeous state parks and sparkling waterfalls—and you can only find it outdoors. Plus, New Hampshire's 18 miles of coastline and 1,300 lakes and ponds provide recreation around the state and throughout the seasons. You can set sail on inland waterways, jump the wake of a powerboat on skis or cruise the ocean on a whale watch. Test your limits at sport fishing or soak in the sun on a sandy beach. Canoe or tube down a lazily flowing river-or pull on some waders and cast your line for an elusive brookie or largemouth bass. In winter, bobhouses dot the frozen lakes, while dogsledders fly across the thick ice. In spring, test your kayaking or rafting mettle against surging whitewater. Whatever sport's your passion, it’ll be 100% pure fun.
New Hampshire's historic sites are as diverse as they are fascinating. Whether you step into the world of Native Americans, the home of a colonial governor or a local historical society, you'll encounter the spirit of the American who lived here and their times. Historic societies are also a valuable resource for discovering New Hampshire's past, and often have special exhibits on view.