- The list below includes 89 free or cheap things to do in or near Laconia, New Hampshire, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like Arcades, Mini Golf, History Museums and Beaches.
- From White Mountains National Forest to Ahern State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Laconia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wolfeboro, Concord, Meredith and Gilford.
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Dinsmore Road, Jackson, NH 03846
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Specializing in winter recreation with a quaint, Victorian flair, Nestlenoook Farm Victorian Recreation Park maintains a frozen pond in-season for ice skating. It also runs old-fashioned sleigh rides, and offers hot chocolate, toasted marshmallows, and other refreshments.
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Dinsmore Road, Jackson, NH 03846
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Wintertime in Jackson, New Hampshire calls for a trip to the Nestlenook Estate & Resort Sleigh Rides. The beautiful resort keeps visitors warm and toasty on freezing New England nights, and the sleigh rides are perfect for families and couples.
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Maxfield Parrish Highway (Route 12A), Cornish, NH
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The home, studios and gardens of notable American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens are now the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site. Over 100 of the artist's works are exhibited in the buildings and grounds, and visitors can walk the site on trails, or participate in a sculpture class.
44.7 Miles
On Saturday mornings, visitors can go to Norwich Farmers Market to shop for fresh produce and crafted goods. There are a variety of local vendors that bring goods from their craft studios and farms to the market.
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A spot for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding, Arrowhead Recreational Area offers varying slopes of difficulty for its visitors. The area also has interlacing trails that pass through pine groves.
44.8 Miles
A skating facility that features two identical rinks, The Rinks at Exeter offers a variety of icy activities. Features include public skating, hockey for kids, teenagers, and adults, and figure skating. The facility also has batting cages.
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The Jackson Historical Society is based out of the old Jackson Town Hall, newly restored by the society. Historical displays and archives are available for public use. The Town Hall also features the Museum of 19th Century White Mountain Art.
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The Ellis River Falls in Jackson, New Hampshire are accessible by several hiking trails. The 64-foot falls are two miles away from the nearest parking lot. Visitors must use caution in wet and cold weather because black ice may form on the rocks.
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A scenic waterfall also known as Pitcher Falls, Glen Ellis Falls is a popular destination for hikers. A hiking trail leads visitors to the top of the falls, and allows for some impressive views.
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Hosting annual concert series, the beautiful MacGregor Park attracts locals and tourists year-round. The park, with its colorful gardens and performance pavilion, also offers volleyball and picnic sites.