Manchester Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Manchester showing a city
A landmark Frank Lloyd Wright home, world-renowned performance centers and a unique industrial history await visitors to New Hampshire’s largest city.

Manchester was one of the region's leading industrial hubs in the 19th century. Now it is New Hampshire's largest city and offers an appealing blend of culture, outdoor activities and classic New England charm.

Historic textile mills and factories from the city's industrial past command today’s skyline. Stroll through the Millyard Museum to learn about 11,000 years of regional history. Upstairs, visit the SEE Science Center with hands-on activities and interactive exhibits for the whole family. Admire the LEGO® Millyard Project, a 3-million-piece scale LEGO® model of the city’s historic Amoskeag Mill complex. Outside, walk along the banks of the Merrimack River, which runs through the center of Manchester.

Explore centuries of American and European sculptures, paintings and ceramics at the Currier Museum of Art. Travel 2 miles (3 kilometers) north to the Zimmerman House, the only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home in New England that is open to the public. Take a guided tour to explore the architecture and grounds of this unique landmark.

Head downtown for tax-free shopping. Watch a show at the Palace Theatre, where renowned performers take to the stage in a historic setting. The Verizon Wireless Arena draws popular musicians and is also home to the Manchester Monarchs hockey team. Grab a spot in the 11,000-seat civic center and settle back for an evening of entertainment.

Spend a day along the banks of Lake Massabesic, an outdoor recreation area less than 5 miles (8 kilometers) from downtown. Walk along trails bordering the waterfront or enjoy fishing or kayaking on the lake. In winter, ski at Mount McIntyre right in the downtown area.

Drive an hour east to New Hampshire’s coast for swimming or sunbathing on the Atlantic Ocean shores. While in New England, enjoy local specialties of lobster and other fresh seafood.

Manchester is 52 miles (83.7 kilometers) from Boston. Visit during autumn to experience the peak of New England’s renowned colorful foliage. Enjoy the picturesque location and unique cultural attractions in this charming city.

Where to stay in Manchester

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Downtown Manchester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Manchester, Palace Theater and Center of New Hampshire Expo Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Manchester
Manchester showing a city and a skyscraper

Corey Square

Corey Square might not have many top sights, but Palace Theater and Southern New Hampshire University Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Rimmon Heights

While Rimmon Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Center of New Hampshire Expo Center and Palace Theater.

Rimmon Heights
Comfort Inn Airport
Comfort Inn Airport
2.5 out of 5
298 Queen City Ave, Manchester, NH
The price is NZ$153 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (989 reviews)
"Was good, I think they should lower the prize a bit to have better opportunities of income"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Comfort Inn Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
4 out of 5
700 Elm St., Manchester, NH
The price is NZ$230 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Beautiful comfortable hotel!
"Beautiful hotel, easy walking to many fun bars and restaurants. The SNHU arena is very close as well. The room was great, clean amd comfortable!! The hotel bar was fun, and we also enjoyed the indoor pool. Parking was easy and affordable. Great breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge
2 out of 5
75 W Hancock Street, Manchester, NH
The price is NZ$147 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Southern New Hampshire University Arena and Northeast ...
6.4/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Stay was nice, noise highway wasn't much of a pain as I thought it would be."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

Econo Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pet friendly, quiet home away from home!
Pet friendly, quiet home away from home!
Amesbury
Stay at this apartment in Amesbury. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Port City Tours and Mary Baker Eddy Historic House are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Love this place!
"This is a large charming apartment in a 100 year old house. My family lived staying here as the dining an d living rooms are both sizable gathering spots. The bed in the primary bedroom was so comfortable we came home and tried to order the exact same one for our own house. The bathroom is a bit ..."

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

Pet friendly, quiet home away from home!
Spacious Belmont Home w/ Seasonal Pool & Grill!
Spacious Belmont Home w/ Seasonal Pool & Grill!
Belmont
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Belmont. Enjoy private pools, a pool table, and patios. Popular attractions Gunstock Mountain Resort and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
Family Vaca
"The house was beautiful and we found plenty of things to do in the neighborhood. The only problem we had was communication with the property manager. There was a construction worker on site working at the carriage house and he said he had no idea that people were renting the house for the weekend. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024

Spacious Belmont Home w/ Seasonal Pool & Grill!
Lakefront home with gym, game room, home theatre, & private beach with boathouse
Lakefront home with gym, game room, home theatre, & private beach with boathouse
Franklin
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Franklin. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and a pool table. Popular attractions Webster Lake and Toad ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Excellent stay
"Overall a great stay - had plenty of bedrooms, everything we needed for our stay, and was perfectly quirky. The place wasn't perfectly clean, but it was also tough for a place that big. Some of the light switches also didn't work, but those are minor quibbles, it was a great stay."

Reviewed on 20 Sep. 2024

Lakefront home with gym, game room, home theatre, & private beach with boathouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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