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Portsmouth Overview

Portsmouth is a civilized little seaside city of bridges, brick, and seagulls, and quite a little gem. Filled with elegant architecture that's more intimate than intimidating, this bonsai-size city projects a strong, proud sense of its heritage without being overly precious. Part of the city's appeal is its variety: Upscale coffee shops and art galleries stand alongside old-fashioned barbershops and tattoo parlors. Despite a steady influx of money in recent years, the town still retains an earthiness that serves as a tangy vinegar for more saccharine coastal spots. Portsmouth's humble waterfront must actually be sought out; when found, it's rather understated. Read More

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from: $170

The Dunes on the Waterfront

518 Main Street
Ogunquit, ME 03907 Map

Distance: 15.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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from: $605

The White Barn Inn

P.O. Box 560 C
Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Map

Distance: 25.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0
from: $189

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

250 Market Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801 Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Attractions

Seapoint Beach

Off Rte. 103 at Kittery Point
Kittery, Maine

Distance: 1.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description: There's nothing quite as peaceful as a morning stroll along Seapoint Beach—you can even bring... Read More
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Fort McClary

28 Oldsfields Rd.
S. Berwick, Maine 03908

Distance: 2.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description: A defensive site during the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, the Spanish-American... Read More
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Strawbery Banke

Hancock St
Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Distance: 0.0 mi. (from destination center)

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In 1958, the city of Portsmouth was finalizing plans to raze this neighborhood (which was... Read More


Airports

Major Airports near Portsmouth

Distance (mi.)
Boston Logan International Airport 50.4 map
Bradley International Airport 125.8 map
Albany International Airport 155.5 map

Other Smaller Airports near Portsmouth

Distance (mi.)
Portsmouth Pease AFB Airport 3.1 map
Manchester Municipal Airport 35.2 map
Portland International Jetport Airport 46.3 map

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Portsmouth Vacation Rentals

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Large 5 Bedroom Colonial House

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Oven, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils, VCR
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from: $99

Portsmouth United States - The Bow Street Inn Bed And Breakfast

Bedrooms: 10
Bathrooms: 10
Sleeps: 20
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Kitchenette, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Swimming Pool, Towels, VCR
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Portsmouth United States - Martin Hill Inn

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Iron, Kitchenette, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Towels

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