Portsmouth, NH
Travel Guide
Visit Portsmouth
Where to stay in Portsmouth
Downtown
If you're spending some time in Downtown, Portsmouth Harbor Trail and The Music Hall 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 Portsmouth Harbor Trail.
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
The room was great, easy check in, the only negative I’d comment on is the cost of parking- $45/night seems excessive
Reviewed on 25 February 2026
Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
The room did have minor damages when I arrived. Small things like the hook behind the door missing, and the shower stopper was broken. At some point my room key wasn’t working but it just turned out that the key pad had to be charged in order for it to read my room key. I let the front desk know ...
Reviewed on 26 February 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
The staff was super friendly and welcoming! They even put out freshly baked cookies at night for the guests, a nice touch!
Reviewed on 26 February 2026
Portsmouth Downtown With A View And Bring Your Dog Too!
The house was beautiful, clean, and cozy.
Reviewed on 17 February 2026
Downtown Escape ❤️ Deck, Fireplace, 95 WalkScore
Host is great and accommodating! Apartment is very clean and it was a joy to stay there.
Reviewed on 13 January 2026
Lovely 1-bedroom in downtown Portsmouth steps to everything!
Beautiful apartment and great location. Very clean and everything I needed for a brief stay was provided. Look forward to a return trip!
Reviewed on 9 February 2026
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.
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.
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.
