- TripBuzz found 163 things to do with kids in or near Portsmouth, New Hampshire, including 147 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ogunquit, Hampton, Newburyport and Rye.
- From Water Country to Champ's-Bowl-O-Rama Family Fun Center Route 1 Portsmouth N.H., the Portsmouth area offers 114 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Boat Tours and Family Fun Center.
- A well-known seaport, Portsmouth has a growing tourist industry. Historical landmarks in the community include the home of Governor Langdon and Governor Goodwin (now a local history museum). The community also hosts a number of musical concerts and live theater performances at its Music Hall. Additionally, the town is home to several public parks, beaches and golf courses.
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The Kittery Historical and Naval Museum features the history of Maine's oldest town, settled in 1623. There is a large collection of maritime documents, artifacts and antique ship models on display, plus rare archeological finds.
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Renamed and repaired in 1791, Fort Constitution was used during the war of 1812, and to train military units during the Civil War. The Fort Constitution Historic Site now provides a glimpse of that past through walking trails, the fort, and a lighthouse on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean.
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A part of the Fort Constitution Historic Site, the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse offers free tours of the lighthouse. Climb to the lantern room for a view of Portsmouth Harbor.
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Named after General John Stark, the Fort Stark State Historic Site is a fort originally built to protect Portsmouth Harbor. Available activities include a tour of the visitor center, informational trails, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and bird watching.
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Affording a lovely view of the Isle of Shoals, the Wallis Sands State Beach is one of the most popular in New Hampshire. The beach has a clean, sandy shore and a soft bed in the shallow areas, making it popular with children and families.
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Fort McClary State Park is full of events in the summer. Some events include music festivals, musket demos, battle scenarios, park history presentations, and cannon demonstrations among many other fun activities.
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Garland Stables is an equine boarding and training facility spanning 20 acres. All breeds of horses are welcomed to be trained and boarded, and professional horse riding lessons are available to all ages.
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Whale-watching excursions led by Atlantic Whale Watch depart regularly from New Hampshire's Rye Harbor. The company also conducts chartered fishing expeditions in the Atlantic Ocean. Call or email Atlantic Whale Watch to make reservations.
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Run by volunteers at the Rye Historical Society, Square House Museum features artifacts from the settlers of the 17th century until present day. The exhibit displays Native American artifacts, Revolutionary War letters, agricultural tools, and more.
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Jeness State Beach is a 1.3 acre beach that welcomes families, but that does not allow pets. Visitors can enjoy the soft sands, swim in the ocean, or have a picnic on the beach.