South Down Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Weirs Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Weirs Beach during your trip to Laconia? Wander the lakeside and beaches in this family-friendly area.

Weirs Beach

Funspot Family Fun Center

You can take time to visit Funspot Family Fun Center during your travels to Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Funspot Family Fun Center

Winnipesaukee Pier

Explore the waterfront in Laconia with a trip to Winnipesaukee Pier. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Winnipesaukee Pier

Paugus Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Paugus Bay during your travels in Laconia. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the live music in this family-friendly area.

Paugus Bay

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in Laconia. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad

Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Laconia. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

Opechee Park Cove Beach and Opechee Point Beach

Our pick of the best South Down Shores Hotel Deals

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$154 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 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! (743 reviews)
"Clean, central to skiing, quiet"

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2025

Best Western Plymouth Inn-White Mountains
Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
2.5 out of 5
480 Main Street, Laconia, NH
The price is AU$181 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laconia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"Attractive, clean, and well-maintained inn in a historic downtown location. WiFi, heat, and other amenities worked well. Coffee and juices always available (yay!). Only disappointment were the cooked (but not hot) items at breakfast, esp the sausages."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Best Western Plus Landmark Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tilton - Lakes Region by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tilton - Lakes Region by IHG
2.5 out of 5
75 Tilton Road, NH Route 140, Tilton, NH
The price is AU$175 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tilton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely rooms, great location"

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tilton - Lakes Region by IHG
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
2.5 out of 5
17 Harris Shore Road, Gilford, NH
The price is AU$268 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$268
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gilford. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (742 reviews)
"Our stay was intended for one night, our stay was comfortable and relaxing. Tho pool and Jacuzzi were amazing which made us decide to stay two nights. I recommend Fireside to anyone looking for a great place to stay in the lakes region."

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

Fireside Inn & Suites Gilford
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$266 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$266
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (657 reviews)
"Love everything!!!!"

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2025

Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake
The Common Man Inn & Spa
The Common Man Inn & Spa
4 out of 5
231 Main St, Plymouth, NH
The price is AU$214 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly inn in Plymouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (237 reviews)
"Rooms were very nice and clean, loved the gentleman making breakfast @ the bar."

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2025

The Common Man Inn & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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Lakeport

While visiting Lakeport, you might make a stop by sights like Paugus Bay and Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa.

Lakeport
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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
Laconia which includes a house and a river or creek

Downtown Laconia

If you're spending some time in Downtown Laconia, Lake Winnisquam and Sun Day's Salon & Spa, Inc. are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Laconia

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