Portsmouth, NH
Travel Guide
Visit Portsmouth
Where to stay in Portsmouth
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Music Hall and Market Square are top sights worth seeing.
West End
While West End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Music Hall and Market Square.
Pease
While there might not be top attractions in Pease, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall.
Newington
Travelers like the shopping in Newington, and Fox Run Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Elwyn Park
Elwyn Park might not have many top sights, but Water Country and Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South End
While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wentworth Gardner and Tobias Lear Houses and Children's Museum of Portsmouth.
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Great stuff convenient location
Reviewed on 12 February 2026
Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
The experience in a whole was great.
Reviewed on 10 February 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Great location and better so, the staff was great. I left a valuable item behind and called a few hours later and they were able to locate the item and return to me.
Reviewed on 5 February 2026
Portsmouth Downtown With A View And Bring Your Dog Too!
What a beautiful home!!! Michelle is a wonderfully accommodating host. The beds were so comfortable. The home is very clean and in a perfect location to walk in the great town of Portsmouth. Cozy fireplaces add to the splendid ambiance.
Reviewed on 8 February 2026
Lovely 1-bedroom in downtown Portsmouth steps to everything!
Perfect location, attractive and charming space, proactive communication from host
Reviewed on 21 January 2026
COZY GET AWAY, WALKING DISTANCE TO QUAINT PORTSMOUTH
1BR apartment
The proximity to downtown Portsmouth was fantastic. We loved the view of the North Mill Pond – and watching its activity change from high to low tide!
Reviewed on 5 November 2025
Popular places to visit
Market Square
You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a visit to Market Square. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Water Country
Enjoy an outing to Water Country during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
The Music Hall
Enjoy a performance at The Music Hall, a storied theater in Portsmouth. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Strawbery Banke Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Strawbery Banke Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Portsmouth. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Seacoast Repertory Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Seacoast Repertory Theatre, a storied theater in Portsmouth. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Fox Run Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Fox Run Mall during your visit to Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
