Things to Do with Kids in Amherst, NH

  • TripBuzz found 183 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, New Hampshire, including 181 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Manchester, Nashua and Concord.
  • From Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club to Joe English Reservation, the Amherst area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Tennis, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • Created from a land grant to soldiers in 1728, Amherst was settled around 1733 and enjoyed a population boom after World War II, largely due to its location an hour outside of Boston. The city contains Federal, Georgian and Greek Revival houses and buildings. Amherst also pays homage to its part in the Civil War, with monuments and other artifacts throughout the city.
  • TripBuzz found 183 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, New Hampshire, including 181 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Manchester, Nashua and Concord.
  • From Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club to Joe English Reservation, the Amherst area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Tennis, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • Created from a land grant to soldiers in 1728, Amherst was settled around 1733 and enjoyed a population boom after World War II, largely due to its location an hour outside of Boston. The city contains Federal, Georgian and Greek Revival houses and buildings. Amherst also pays homage to its part in the Civil War, with monuments and other artifacts throughout the city.
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38.1 Miles
86% 22 votes
Boat Tours Newburyport, MA MoreLess Info
View the beauty of the Newburyport Harbor, Merrimack River and the Great Salt Marsh on the water with Yankee Clipper Cruise Tours. A two-hour sunset cocktail cruise, weekend ecology cruise, and a one-hour narrated scenic harbor tour is available.
38.1 Miles
94% 32 votes
Hiking Trails Pop Crowley Way, Newburyport, MA MoreLess Info
The Clipper City Rail Trail is a 1.1 mile trail traversing a variety of environments. The trail passes by several artistic pieces, such as sculptures and murals. One can also find trail-side coffee shops, bakeries, and restaurants.
38.2 Miles
64% 189 votes
Water Parks 50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA 01923 MoreLess Info
Guests at the CoCo Key Water Resort -Boston in Danvers, Massachusetts enjoy world-class pampering in a luxurious environment. The Resort's staff provide consistently top-tier customer service and are one of the reasons many guests return annually.
38.2 Miles
80% 5 votes
Kayaking 92 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of stand up paddle board and kayak tours at Plum Island Kayak. They also offer equipment rentals and lessons and private instruction for kayaking and paddle boarding.
38.3 Miles
88% 16 votes
Sailing 54R Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Setting sail from the historic waterfront, 9th Wave Sailing Charters offers a variety of public trips that are roughly two and a half hours long. Many trips leave from the mouth of the Merrimack River for no particular destination while guests are encouraged to learn how to handle the boat.
38.3 Miles
Newburyport Whale Watch is offered with the help of the 110-foot Captains Lady III which can carry up to 149 passengers to the nearby whale feeding grounds. In addition to humpback and minke whales, guests can view dolphins, sharks, sea birds, and seals.
38.3 Miles
45% 11 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Route 1, Seabrook, NH MoreLess Info
The Seabrook Science & Nature Center is a free educational center maintained by the Seabrook power plant. It features a hands-on classroom with displays about electricity and nuclear power, a marine touch pool, and an extensive nature trail.
38.4 Miles
90% 29 votes
Theaters One Market Square, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Located in Newburyport, Massachusetts, the Firehouse Center for the Arts is a theater, community arts center and event venue. It is located in a red brick Federalist building in the town center.
38.4 Miles
100% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 82 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 MoreLess Info
Playing a selection of independent and foreign films, Newburyport Screening Room is a historic theater located in the downtown. The theater has a variety of antique instruments like a player piano for visitors to look at.
38.4 Miles
100% 4 votes
Historic Buildings 100 Robert Treat Paine D, Waltham, MA 02452 MoreLess Info
Social reformer Robert Treat Paine's 1886 Stonehurst Manor sits atop a secluded hill overlooking 109 acres of conservation land. Hiking along woodland trails, self-guided walking tours for kids and adults, Museum Manor exhibits are available. Available for weddings and events.
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