Things To Do

New Hampshire Route 1A

If you have a rental car, we highly recommend taking a drive along Route 1A from Rye to Hampton. It is 13 miles of beautiful coastline views, and there are some great stops along the way if you are in the mood for a lobster roll (Petey's or Rye Harbor Lobster Pound), ice cream (The Beach Plum), a dip in the ocean, or a stop in Peter's favorite store (Summer Sessions).

Beaches

Here are some beach spots along the coast: - Pirate's Cove Beach or Wallis Sands, Rye, NH - Jenness Beach, Rye Beach, NH - North Hampton State Beach, North Hampton, NH - Hampton Beach, Hampton, NH - Long Sands Beach, York, ME - Ogunquit Beach, Ogunquit, ME

Explore Downtown Portsmouth

Downtown Portsmouth has tons to explore. Take a walk around to check out all the restaurants and shops!

Portsmouth Restaurants:

The Docks are an awesome (and popular) place in the summer to grab a bite to eat, drink, and sit on the water to watch the tugboats. Some spots along there include: Water View Grille Old Ferry Landing Martingale Wharf Lazy Jacks River House Surf Oar House Breakfast & Brunch: The Friendly Toast The Goat Popovers on the Square The Green Room Love Birds Donuts Dinner: Martingale Wharf Surf Toscana Chop House Cafe Mediterraneo Barrio The Franklin Bars & Bites: Rooftop at the Envio Thirsty Moose Tap House The Goat Gaslight Earth Eagle Brewing Gilley's (food only, but open late night!)

Portsmouth Harbor Cruises

Portsmouth Paddle Co.

Rent paddle boards, take lessons, join a paddle board guided tour, or take a paddle board yoga class with Portsmouth Paddle Co.

Strawbery Banke Museum

If you are interested in New England's history, check out Strawberry Banke Museum! Explore the historic 17th century neighborhood, see the exhibits, and check out the beautiful gardens.

Summer Sessions Surf Lessons

If you aren't afraid of the cold water, Summer Sessions offers great surf rentals and lessons!

Granite State Whale Watch or Rye Harbor Deep Sea Fishing

If you are looking to get out on the water, there are options for Whale Watches or Deep Sea Fishing Excursions!

Nubble Lighthouse

If you are looking for some classic New England views, take a drive up the coast of Maine to check out the Nubble Lighthouse!

Marginal Way

If you are in to explore the area and go for a drive, this is a beautiful coast walk in Maine. The town of Ogunquit has lots of cute shops and restaurants as well!