Portsmouth Athenaeum Tours

Portsmouth Athenaeum
Get to know the good, the bad and the ugly of days gone by with an afternoon at Portsmouth Athenaeum. With plenty of collections and exhibits to pore over, you'll discover lots of intriguing facts here.

To explore this collection of historical artifacts, head to Portsmouth. You'll find loads of other things to see in the area, including Fort Constitution Historical Site, Market Square, and Kittery Premium Outlets.

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Boston Lodge and Suites

Boston Lodge and Suites

4 out of 5
Dorchester
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $988, price is now $469 per person
$469
per person
Jan 7 - Jan 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Boston (BOS)
8.4/10 Very Good! (186 reviews)
Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

3.5 out of 5
Jeffries Point
Price was $1,458, price is now $747 per person
$747
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 8
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Boston (BOS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,117 reviews)
The Airport Shuttle was extremely convenient. We leverage it going to and returning from another nearby hotel for a wedding, also going to and returning from the subway. Staff are extremely friendly also.

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

The Whitney Hotel

The Whitney Hotel

4 out of 5
Beacon Hill
Price was $1,330, price is now $708 per person
$708
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 8
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Boston (BOS)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (475 reviews)
Love to the room, it was perfect for what we needed. Excellent service and excellent location. We will definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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Market Square

Market Square

4.5/5(187 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a visit to Market Square. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Market Square
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Prescott Park

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Prescott Park, a lovely green space in Portsmouth. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Portsmouth Harbor Trail

Explore the waterfront in Portsmouth with a trip to Portsmouth Harbor Trail. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Portsmouth Harbor Trail

Tugboat Alley

During your visit to Portsmouth, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tugboat Alley. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tugboat Alley

The Music Hall

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at The Music Hall, a storied theater in Portsmouth. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

The Music Hall

Nahcotta

You can study the exhibits at Nahcotta, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Portsmouth. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

Nahcotta

Best Lodging Options Near Portsmouth Athenaeum

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl, Portsmouth, NH
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
100 High St, Portsmouth, NH
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
The Hotel Portsmouth

The Hotel Portsmouth

3 out of 5
40 Court St., Portsmouth, NH
The Hotel Portsmouth
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

3.5 out of 5
250 Market St, Portsmouth, NH
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
165 Deer Street, Portsmouth, NH
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth

AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth

3.5 out of 5
299 Vaughn Street, Portsmouth, NH
AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

2 out of 5
383 Woodbury Ave, Portsmouth, NH
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
Hotel Thaxter

Hotel Thaxter

4 out of 5
15 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH
Hotel Thaxter
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

3 out of 5
100 Deer Street, Portsmouth, NH
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
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