Things To Do In Portsmouth NH
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Portsmouth hotel! We are conveniently located adjacent to the Portsmouth traffic circle just off Interstate 95 in historic downtown Portsmouth, NH. Portsmouth is a quaint, seaside community alive with historic museums and architecture, music and theatre performances, outdoor activities along the beautiful coastline, and festivals celebrating our unique New England culture!
Along with all of the fun and interesting attractions to enjoy in the Portsmouth area, is a vibrant business community of major corporations, government facilities and local companies. Visit our Portsmouth Area Businesses page for details on these companies that range from Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, to the University of New Hampshire to Bauer Hockey!
With so much to see and do in and around Portsmouth, NH we offer this short list of opportunities near the hotel for you to consider visiting during your stay.
Portsmouth Area Shopping
Shoppers delight with all of the unique shops and boutiques in downtown Portsmouth and nearby outlets and high-end malls nearby!
- Pease International Tradeport – 3.1 miles
- Fox Run Mall – 2.5 miles
- Kittery Shopping Outlets – 5.0 miles
Portsmouth Area Theaters
Visit our Portsmouth Area Theaters page to learn about the musical, theatrical and dance performances in and around downtown Portsmouth!
Portsmouth Beaches and Parks
When outdoor fun and activities are what you enjoy, Portsmouth is the perfect spot to enjoy ocean beach walks, swimming for the brave at heart and gorgeous hikes along the rugged coastline. You’ll find excitement at Water Country and a stroll through history at Strawbery Banke Museum. Visit our Portsmouth Area Parks and Beaches page for even more to see and do!
Portsmouth Area Sports Complexes
- Whittemore Center at UNH
- Rinks at Exeter
- Verizon Wireless Arena
- Merchants Auto Field
- Seacoast United Soccer Complex
Portsmouth Annual Events
You won’t want to miss the Biannual Portsmouth Restaurant Week if you are visiting Portsmouth in March or November. Visit our special page highlighting this event in detail!
- UNH Graduation – May
- Tall Ships Portsmouth – Memorial Day Weekend
- Prescott Arts Festival – Summer concerts, musicals, food fests and kids events
- NASCAR Weekend – July and September
- Chowder Festival at Prescott Park - June
- UNH Family/Parents’ Weekend - September
- Seafood Festival - September
- UNH Homecoming Weekend - October
- NH Film Festival - October
- Chili Cook Off at Prescott Park - October
Portsmouth Area Colleges and Universities
When visiting these New England colleges and universities for campus visits, sports events, graduation, or visiting friends, you’ll find our hotel within an easy and enjoyable drive.
- University of New Hampshire
- Southern New Hampshire University
- Franklin Pierce University
- Great Bay Community College
- Granite State College
- Daniel Webster College
- Hesser College
Visit the New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Department for more information about Portsmouth events and activities.
Book your Portsmouth vacation guest rooms today at the Holiday Inn Portsmouth hotel for the most convenient location to Portsmouth area attractions!
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