New Hampshire: Things to Do and See

1. Mount Washington Auto Road: New England's highest peak offers you and your family fun, informative and educational guided tours about its history. You can also have a fantastic winter adventure aboard their 4-track Mount Washington's Snow Coach and see some of the most breathtaking views along the way.
2. Mount Washington Cog Railway: You haven't truly experienced New Hampshire until you've ridden the Cog Railway, an engineering achievement that is almost as impressive now as it was in 1869 when it debuted. From the base in Bretton Woods, the train climbs 6,288 feet along the steepest track in America to the summit of Mount Washington: New England's highest peak. website
3. Isles Of Shoals: Take a cruise aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton. This one-of-a-kind cruise takes you through the Piscataqua River and Portsmouth Harbor featuring spectacular shows and lots of fun activities for your kids. There is no better way to relax and have a great time bonding with the people you love most.
4. Castle in the Clouds: Tom and Olive Plant's mountain top estate is now one of the most visited attractions in New Hampshire. Built in 1914, this architectural beauty has witnessed many romantic weddings and family gatherings over the years. Go on an exciting trolley ride through the same paths that the founders took in the 1900's and visit the art gallery to stand in awe in front of some of the most beautiful works of art.
5. Polar Caves Park: If you are thinking of a vacation you will never forget then make sure to take them to the Polar Caves Park. Take them to the petting zoo where they can get up close and personal with some of the animals. They will even get to feed them corn and biscuits right from their hands. Take them through the nature trails, caves and to the Maple Sugar House and Museum where they will get explore and discover about New Hampshire's plants and animals.
6. Mount Monadnock: If you are after a thrilling adventure, make sure to visit Mount Monadnock for the best hiking experience of your life. They have over 40 miles of clearly marked foot trails leading all the way up to the rock summit. Once you find yourself on top of the mountain you will come face to face with a view of the entire Southwestern New Hampshire region that will totally take your breath away.
7. Hampton Beach: New Hampshire only has 18 miles of shoreline, but wow does it make the most of this diminutive length of coast! Hampton Beach is the state's largest sandbox, and it's open to the public free (although parking costs a pretty penny). On summer days, Hampton Beach is packed... and for good reasons. The surf is invigorating but not intimidating. The boardwalk is lined with eateries, arcades and myriad other amusements. And there's always something happening, from free nightly concerts at the band shell and headline performances at the historic Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
8. The Kancamangus Highway: In a region with a reputation for superb scenic driving, New Hampshire's Kancamagus Highway (pronounced kanc'-ah-MAU'-gus, but save yourself the trouble and just call it "The Kanc") eclipses other contenders for the title of New England's best byway. This 34-mile route through the White Mountain National Forest is picturesque year-round, and if you're visiting New Hampshire in the fall, it's a must.
9. Gunstock Mountain & Zip Line:
10. Santa’s Village:
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12. Sky Venture: It's not every day you get to fly like Superman in a vertical wind tunnel! If you've always wanted to skydive but have a healthy fear of falling out of a plane, this alternative allows you to experience the unforgettable sensation of flying, and it's safe for almost anyone ages 3 and up.
13. Anheuser-Busch Brewery and the Clydesdale Hamlet: Free beer and gorgeous horses. Need I say more? A visit to Anheuser-Busch's brewing facility in Merrimack, New Hampshire, makes for an affordable outing. Your free brewery tour includes the chance to sample several beers (if you're 21 or over), but the highlight of your visit will likely be viewing the famous Budweiser Clydesdales. Try to time your trip for the first Saturday of any month, when Clydesdale Camera Day is held. Visitors can meet and take pictures with a Clydesdale free of charge from 1 to 3 p.m.
14. America's Stonehenge: There are no clear answers as to who was behind the creation of these cave-like stone dwellings and astronomically aligned rock formations, which are more than 4,000 years old. You're guaranteed to be intrigued as you explore this ancient site.
15. Moose Alley: New Hampshire's best place to spy moose is the stretch of Route 3 that runs north from Pittsburg to the Canadian border. Known as "Moose Alley," this scenic drive winds past covered bridges, wooded expanses and a series of pristine lakes that form the Connecticut River's headwaters. So, even if a gangly hulking creature does not cause you to hit the brakes hard, you're still in for a wild ride.