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Portsmouth, NH , USA

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Portsmouth

Get ready to indulge in scrumptious seafood, explore historic sites, and soak up the vibrant arts scene. Don't miss the iconic Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse or a stroll along the picturesque waterfront. With a vibrant downtown filled with boutiques and quirky shops, this is the perfect destination for a unique and memorable getaway!

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5/5
2 h 15 mins

Explore The Islands & Harbor - A Sightseeing Bike Tour Adventure

Save & go direct. This tour blends a wonderful mix of sightseeing, storytelling, riding and stopping. You will pedal along the Piscataqua River and the Atlantic Ocean, stopping at sites to explore the coastline, islands, harbors, and historic sites in both Portsmouth and New Castle Island. Your guide will lead you through Pierce and Four Tree Islands and along the historic South End, riding by working docks, boats, gardens, and quiet neighborhoods to New Castle Island. Ride over scenic bridges and causeways, stopping at sites so your guide can share intriguing stories of the harbor, islands, & the maritime history that has shaped this region. This tour offers an overview of the area, stopping at historic sites & hidden gems many visitors miss on foot or by car. - Pedal by the river to New Castle Island, one of the most picturesque coastal towns -See lighthouses -Ride through the New Castle village -Stop at the oceanfront of Great Island -See Isle of Shoals -Visit fortifications

$90.00
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3.9/5
1 h 30 mins

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Pretty Portsmouth

Let’s Roam is your go-to app-led adventure hunt company, leading the way in thrilling exploration! Embark on a journey through the best landmarks and hidden gems, where you’ll tackle brain-teasing trivia and conquer exciting challenges. Whether you’re bonding with your team or sparking friendly competition, each adventure is an opportunity to discover new facts, create lasting memories, and immerse yourself in the spirit of adventure. Ideal for everyday excitement, unforgettable bachelorette parties, epic birthday celebrations, dynamic corporate team-building events, and more! With each player choosing a unique interactive role, our adventures ensure a personalized experience filled with laughter, camaraderie, and surprises. Best of all, our self-guided adventures via the app require no reservations—just pure, spontaneous fun!

$14.99
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4.8/5
1 h 45 mins

City of Portsmouth Guided Bike Tour - Explore Historic Landmarks

This bike tour experience seamlessly blends history, art, culture, and local Portsmouth stories. This tour is guaranteed to satisfy your love of culture, history, and preservation. You and your guide will travel along the quiet streets in Portsmouth, along peaceful roads, tucked-away neighborhoods, stopping at historic landmarks and sites. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the maritime history, fishing, and the historic preservation that paved the way for historic House museums, and Strawbery Banke: a collection of preserved 18th-20th century homes during Urban Renewal. -Pedal to the North End and hear the stories that bring this former neighborhood to life -Visit The Hill, where 19th-century homes were saved and moved during Urban Renewal -Explore the riverfront of Prescott Park, a former neighborhood of bars and brothels -Pedal to Little Harbor and hear stories about the royalty at the Wentworth‑Coolidge Mansion -Visit the runaway Ona Judge mural. Sa ve on our site

$80.00
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4.5/5
1 h 30 mins

Tea Blending

Explore the art and science of tea crafting with a unique experience at Portsmouth, New Hampshire's enchanting tea and apothecary shop. Join a seasoned clinical herbalist for a few hours to learn the delicate craft amid a selection of 250 diverse herbs. Discover the science behind the benefits that herbs offer to the body and delve into the intricate art of blending them together for a delightful taste. Throughout the class, you'll explore how to combine flavors, aromas, and healthful properties to curate truly unique and personalized tea blends. This experience promises not only a delightful sensory journey but also imparts a wealth of knowledge about the therapeutic qualities of herbs. By the end of the class, you will feel confident in the art of herbal tea craftsmanship. As a special takeaway, each participant will leave with a jar of Société tea.

$100.00
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4.3/5

Self Guided Haunted Walking Tour in Portsmouth APP/GPS/EMF Reader

Explore the haunted locations of Portsmouth and discover it's spooky history with a self-guided GPS Audio tour on our walking tour app. Built in EMF reader in our app to detect ghosts while taking the tour. Go at your own pace and stop to browse the shops, grab a bite, or take a break. You'll see the the most infamous sites, haunted alleyways and historic buildings. Cere Bakery Sheafe Street Inn Deadwicks 111 State Street The Old Red Light District The Stops on the Underground Railroad The Rockingham John Paul Jones House Portsmouth Music Hall African Burial Grounds Portsmouth Brewery The Oldest Bank Building in the US You'll hear The Huntsman John Bellamy The Haunts of the Port City The Ladies of the Night that linger The phantoms of the Music Hall The Lady in White Old flirty ghosts Ghosts of Bank Robbers Past Witches of the North With a little luck you might even catch a ghost on camera! *This tour is on an app, it's all outside, it's not at the bakery :)

$9.75
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4.6/5
3 h

Bike and eBike Rentals: 7-Speed Bicycles + Ebikes (3-hr Rental)

**E-Bikes and youth options 20 and 24 inch on our site** Limited Quantities. Pedal your way through the breathtaking Portsmouth and the surrounding areas and NH landscape – no tour guide necessary! You set the pace, choose where to go, and decide when to stop for amazing photo opportunities! This rental experience gives you the freedom to explore Portsmouth and New Castle the way you want. Helpful PortCity Bike Tours staff member will assist you in deciding on a route - choosing between Portsmouth's many historic attractions, tasty restaurants, and breathtaking views will be your only worry. In addition to one of our high-quality hybrid bicycles, your tour includes a bag, helmet, emergency tire inflator, and lock. This is a reservation for a time slot. Meet 15 minutes prior to your tour at the Historic John Paul Jones House to get fitted with a bike, helmet, and safety vest. You’ll hear a short briefing about rules of the road, safety, and bike operation. Map and routes included.

$55.00
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4.8/5
3 h

Semi-Private eBike By The Sea Guided Tour-Landmarks+ Fall Foliage

Save go direct. Small and intimate ebiking experience. Pedal along the Atlantic coastline, discover charming harbor towns, and soak up the beautiful colors of Fall on some of New Hampshire’s most beautiful shores. This is a get to know the pristine coastline ebike tour for coastal enthusiasts and individuals eager to explore the ocean on a pedal-assist bike in approximately 3.5 hours. Glide along the shoreline and beaches while observing three operational lighthouses, picturesque islands, serene inlets, and exquisite coastal mansions. Stop for coffee and a toilet. Led by an expert guide, you will traverse along Route 1A, which closely follows the Atlantic Ocean, stopping at the historic sites not visible from the car. Your guide will share historical insights and local stories about the areas maritime history and fishing industry. This experience offers a combination of coastal beauty, a seaside village atmosphere, historic stories, and scenic stops along the beaches. (Experience +)

$175.00
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5/5
2 h 15 mins

Guided Bike Tour on the NH Greenway- Fall Foliage & Autumn Colors

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of New Hampshire as you pedal through vibrant woods, and peaceful colorful marshes. The rail is a haven for nature lovers. Keep your eyes open for wild turkeys, songbirds, & other wildlife as you ride along marshside paths and through wooded clearings. But beneath your wheels lies another story. This peaceful rail was once a busy railroad corridor. The rails connected the Seacoast to the wider world, carrying people, goods & even the famous beer produced by Portsmouth brewmaster Frank Jones. Now, nature has reclaimed the corridor. Where locomotives once traveled, cyclists glide along flat, well-maintained crushed-stone paths surrounded by wetlands, forests, and the changing colors of the seasons.

$85.00
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30 mins

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Portsmouth

Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Portsmouth, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!

$286.70
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30 mins

Vacation Photographer in Portsmouth

Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Portsmouth to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites! SOLO TRAVELERS Fancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Portsmouth vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make your memories last a lifetime and share them on social media or display them in your home to receive an avalanche of compliments. COUPLES If you are about to propose to your loved one, honeymooning or just exploring what Portsmouth has to offer, put the selfie stick aside and let Localgrapher’s superb photographers take care of the photos for you both. FAMILIES & GROUPS A family trip, wedding, bachelorette party or grand get-together? Forget missing someone from pictures, we’ll capture them all!

$286.70
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5/5
2 h

Portsmouth Prowl Scavenger Hunt

Your very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

$27.00
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4.9/5
1 h 30 mins

Historical Tastings at the Iconic Rockingham

Introducing a Memorable Portsmouth Tasting Experience at one of the city’s most iconic historic venues, where heritage dining meets history and architectural treasures. For 90 minutes, immerse yourself in the story of the iconic Rockingham, one bite and one sip at a time. Guided by Cassandra and Cameron, uncover layers of history woven into the walls of this Portsmouth gem. Savor curated wines paired with gourmet bites from our five-star kitchen. Discover the Rockingham’s beautifully preserved architecture, meet historical figures who graced these rooms, uncover its jazz-filled past, and perhaps sense a whisper from its more spectral residents. This isn’t just a tasting. It’s a journey through time—one sip, one story, and one delicious moment at a time. Perfect for foodies, wine lovers (21+), and those who appreciate historic venues, heritage dining, and unique Portsmouth experiences. A great rainy-day activity on the Seacoast. Private tours are available year-round.

$80.00
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2 h 30 mins

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Nashua NH

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Nashua. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Refer to ‘Meeting Point’ for the starting location. See images for route. Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.

$14.99
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4/5
2 h 30 mins

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Concord NH

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Concord. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Refer to ‘Meeting Point’ for the starting location. See images for route. Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.

$14.99
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5/5
1 h 15 mins

Unbelievable Parasailing with Fantastic Sights

The highlight of your vacation or get away, you will make memories with your family, dates, friends that will last a lifetime.

$139.00
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5/5
2 h

Oyster Tasting and Kayak Tour

This two-hour tour is the perfect opportunity for those looking to taste fresh oysters, paddle with a trained kayak guide, and observe coastal wildlife. We will explore Little Bay, a tidal estuary located outside of Portsmouth, NH, near the mouth of the Piscataqua River where there is an abundance of aquatic wildlife from shellfish to shorebirds. Then, we will paddle to Hidden Coast Shellfish's floating farmhouse to learn all about their growing and harvesting process. The oysters you sample will be fresh picked from the ocean!

$75.00
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4 h

Pontoon Boat Charters on Lake Winnipesaukee

Winnipesaukee on Pond Tunes is your source to explore NH's largest lake. From breath taking views of the mountains, intricate architecture of the boat houses to the hidden treasures of the coves. Winnipesaukee on Pond Tunes covers it all. Oh.... and don't forget your favorite playlist, with a state-of-the-art sound system, you'll be listening to all your favorite Tunes on the "Big Lake ". We invite you to come aboard and see what all the buzz is about!

$1,299.00
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4.6/5
2 h 30 mins

Lake Winnipesaukee Narrated Scenic Tour

Experience the majesty of Lake Winnipesaukee during a narrated scenic tour aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington. Learn about the history of the region and local folklore, surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in New England.

$48.00
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4.9/5
4 h 30 mins

WW2 Small Arms Experience

You have seen these iconic weapons used in countless movies and video games. This is a unique opportunity to not only see them up close and learn about them, but also to handle them and test your skill by firing them at a target. This is the only program of it's kind in the northeast.

$179.00
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5/5
2 h

Colonial Flintlock Musket Experience

The experience starts with a hands-on overview of the firearm technology in the American colonial era. Your instructor has 35+ years experience in building, collecting, restoring, and using historic weapons. You will learn not only what typical small arms of the 18th century were like, but also why they were designed the way they were, what they were capable of and what they were not capable of. After a safety orientation, we'll walk out to our rustic shooting range where you'll get to learn the basics of how to load a colonial-style flintlock musket like the militia did over two centuries ago, then see how accurately you can fire it by shooting at a target. Group size is limited to four.

$129.00
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