Central New Hampshire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hanover showing café lifestyle
Meredith featuring outdoor art
Meredith featuring a small town or village
Meredith featuring fishing as well as a couple
Laconia showing a house and a river or creek

Where to stay in Central New Hampshire

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Weirs Beach

Lake views, live music and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Weirs Beach. Make a stop by Lake Winnipesaukee or Winnipesaukee Pier while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Weirs Beach
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Eidelweiss Village

Eidelweiss Village might not have many top sights, but Conway Station and Saco River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eidelweiss Village
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Pine River Pond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pine River Pond and surrounding area, you can visit Belleau Lake and Great East Lake.

Pine River Pond
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South Down Shores

While South Down Shores isn't home to many top sights, Paugus Bay and Ahern State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Down Shores
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Bayside

While there might not be top attractions in Bayside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.

Bayside
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Plummer Point

While Plummer Point isn't home to many top sights, Weirs Beach and Paugus Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Plummer Point
Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
3 out of 5
281 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith, NH
The price is AU$246 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$246
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Meredith. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (670 reviews)
"Walking distance to a great winery, restaurants and shopping"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
2.5 out of 5
1513 US Route 3, Campton, NH
The price is AU$147 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Campton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (753 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
Courtyard by Marriott Hanover Lebanon
Courtyard by Marriott Hanover Lebanon
3 out of 5
10 Morgan Drive, Lebanon, NH
The price is AU$219 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lebanon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (885 reviews)
"Wonderful experience beautiful place"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Hanover Lebanon
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Cold Spring Plymouth Resort
Cold Spring Plymouth Resort
3.5 out of 5
460 North Ashland Road, Ashland, NH
Stay at this 3.5-star ski vacation home in Ashland. Enjoy free WiFi, a golf course, and a fitness center. Popular attractions The Flying Monkey Movie House and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
"Great stay for family, spacious, plenty room for sleep and just hang out. The only issue was that one of the rooms heater barely worked, but it was just 2 of us this time, so wasn't a big issue. Definitely will come."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Cold Spring Plymouth Resort
Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
Gilford
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Gilford. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
Best House for Family Ski Vacation in NH
"Massive 7,000 sq ft. super cool house close to Gunstock that felt like we rented an entire commercial lodge. Bedrooms and baths for everyone, large indoor pool, hot tub, steam and sauna, bar area, game room, and huge fireplaced dining room with seating for 20! Kids were ecstatic and we had the best ..."

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
Lake Access, Mtn Views, Game Room, Hot Tub & More!
Lake Access, Mtn Views, Game Room, Hot Tub & More!
Gilford
Stay at this vacation home in Gilford. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lake Winnipesaukee and Gunstock Mountain ...
Lake Access, Mtn Views, Game Room, Hot Tub & More!
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Popular places to visit

Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Winnipesaukee, a popular spot to commune with nature in Laconia. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its live music.

Lake Winnipesaukee
Hanover showing café lifestyle

Dartmouth College

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Dartmouth College during your travels in Hanover. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Dartmouth College
Gunstock Mountain Resort

Gunstock Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Gilford with a visit to Gunstock Mountain Resort. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Gunstock Mountain Resort
Castle in the Clouds

Castle in the Clouds

Find out about the history of Moultonborough when you take a trip to Castle in the Clouds. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Castle in the Clouds

Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook

You can enjoy a show at Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook during your stay in Gilford. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook

New Hampshire International Speedway

Catch an event at New Hampshire International Speedway during your trip to Loudon. Discover the area's live music or seek out its cycling trails.

New Hampshire International Speedway

Activities

Kancamagus Scenic Highway Self-Driving Audio Tour

Kancamagus Highway Smartphone Tour: Self-Guided Drive

AU$24
per traveller
72% of travellers recommend
Kancamagus Highway Smartphone Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Deep dive into how Seven Birches Wines are handcrafted on site.

Meet the Winemakers - Seven Birches Winery Tour

AU$63
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Meet the Winemakers - Seven Birches Winery Tour
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Cities near Central New Hampshire

Tamworth which includes a lake or waterhole and a house

Tamworth

Alton Bay

Alton Bay

Chocorua

Chocorua