- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Rochester, New Hampshire, including 103 different types of inexpensive activities like Breweries, Parks, History Museums and Beaches.
- From Grand View Campground to Dover Bowl Family Fun Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rochester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Portsmouth, Wolfeboro, Ogunquit and Rye.
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A 1785 Georgian mansion, the Hamilton House was built strategically upon a bluff that overlooks the Salmon Falls River. It was a great location for owner Johnathan Hamilton, a shipping magnate to oversee his business from above. Get to check out the well-manicured gardens too.
10.5 Miles
A memorial park, the Vaughan Woods State Park is a 250 acre park bequeathed to the state of Maine by Elizabeth Vaughn. Visitors can go on a guided tour of the historic home in the area or go hiking.
10.5 Miles
Wagon Hill Farm is a preserved historic farm that offers acres of walkable fields and woodland paths. When there is enough snow, visitors can sled on the hill overlooking Great Bay.
10.5 Miles
Situated along Salmon Falls River, Vaughn Woods State Park is a forested area located on 250 acres. The park provides picnic areas and over 3 miles of trails suitable for hiking along the river and in the woods.
10.5 Miles
The South Berwick Teen Center is a recreation facility that offers a variety of amenities for visitors. The center has workout equipment for both weight training and cardio as well as sports facilities.
11.2 Miles
Affiliated with the University of New Hampshire, the UNH Observatory hosts free public sessions as well as free private sessions by advance appointment. The observatory also hosts special events, like the New England Astronomy Festival.
12.0 Miles
Bringing the areas rich history to life is the Durham Historic Museum. Locals and tourists alike enjoy the museums interactive displays, video stations, artifacts, personal narratives and commentaries and more.
12.1 Miles
Jackson Landing Playground is a part of Jackson's Landing Community Park. The park is waterfront park that also features walking trails, a boathouse, a boat landing, and an ice skating rink.
12.4 Miles
Durham, New Hampshire's Emery Farm is a working produce farm that has many attractions for visitors. It is open seven days a week and includes a large petting zoo and a produce market.
12.8 Miles
Situated on 400 acres, Bellamy River Wildlife Sanctuary offers visitors wetlands, creeks, rivers, and woodlands to explore. The sanctuary lets visitors hunt for turkey and other birds during the appropriate seasons.