Free & Cheap Things to Do in Durham, NH

  • The list below includes 132 free or cheap things to do in or near Durham, New Hampshire, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Hiking Trails, Playgrounds and History Museums.
  • From Adams Point to Jackson Landing Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hampton, Portsmouth, Ogunquit and Newburyport.
  • The list below includes 132 free or cheap things to do in or near Durham, New Hampshire, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Hiking Trails, Playgrounds and History Museums.
  • From Adams Point to Jackson Landing Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hampton, Portsmouth, Ogunquit and Newburyport.
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8.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
National & State Parks 28 Oldfields Road, South Berwick, ME 03908 MoreLess Info
Situated along Salmon Falls River, Vaughn Woods State Park is a forested area located on 250 acres. The park provides picnic areas and over 3 miles of trails suitable for hiking along the river and in the woods.
8.8 Miles
93% 376 votes
History Museums 600 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 MoreLess Info
The USS Albacore Museum hosts the USS Albacore submarine, one of the earliest submarines in the United States Coast Guard. The area also has a gift store, an audio tour where people can learn more about the submarine, and an area to pay respect to all those who served.
9.1 Miles
88% 16 votes
Historic Sites 5 Portland St., South Berwick, ME MoreLess Info
Home to 19th century American writer Sarah Orne Jewett, a short story writer best known for 'The White Heron,' the Sarah Orne Jewett House is a well-preserved piece of literary history. It offers guided tours of the house and gardens.
9.3 Miles
89% 165 votes
Music Venue 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, NH 03801 MoreLess Info
The Music Hall is a restored performing arts venue that has hosted performances for over 135 years. Next, to the hall is the Music Loft that has recently been restored and hosts smaller performances.
9.3 Miles
100% 12 votes
Walking Tours 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH 3801 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to telling the stories of African American history in New Hampshire, the Portsmouth Black Heritage Trail offers 24 points of interest in the commmunity of Portsmouth. Educational programs and talks are also offered throughout the year.
9.4 Miles
96% 456 votes
Shopping Districts Portsmouth, NH MoreLess Info
Since the mid-1700s, Market Square has been the commercial hub of Portsmouth. The square is a example of 19th-century commercial buildings and is filled with art galleries, antique stores, and bookstores.
9.4 Miles
88% 25 votes
Historic Sites Market Square, Portsmouth, NH 03801 MoreLess Info
Visitors are introduced to the Portsmouth Harbor Trail with a one-hour guided tour exploring the history of the Portsmouth Area. The trail begins in Market Square and winds past boutiques, shops and homes, including several historic landmarks and buildings.
9.4 Miles
76% 83 votes
Pubs 77 Daniel St, Portsmouth, NH 03801 MoreLess Info
The Press Room Bar is a pub that serves a variety of bottled and draft beers, wines, and cocktails, as well as an array of pub favorites on the food menu. The bar also hosts live music and special events.
9.4 Miles
100% 4 votes
Libraries 9 Market Sq, Portsmouth, NH 03801 MoreLess Info
The Portsmouth Athenaeum Library is a non-profit organization that has the goal of promoting learning and advance useful knowledge. The library exhibits a number of old artifacts including antique shoes.
9.5 Miles
85% 20 votes
Historic Homes 143 Pleasant St., Portsmouth, NH 03801 MoreLess Info
The Governor John Langdon House is a historical site in which signer of the United States Constitution John Langdon once lived. Visitors to the mansion can expect a guided tour as well as access to a variety of rotating exhibits.
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