Manchester NH Travel Guide

Manchester is the largest city in the state of New Hampshire, and is a busy urban centre in the quiet of New England. The destination is known for its vibrant cultural venues and thriving arts scene, as well as its stunning natural beauty.

While not a hugely popular tourist destination, those passing through the city will surely appreciate what it has to offer. Manchester is a great place for lovers of the arts. The historic Palace Theatre, the Currier Museum of Art, the Institute of Art and Design at New England College, and the Franco-American Center are just some of very many cultural offerrings worth exploring. There are also several art galleries and museums such as the Millyard Museum, which tracks the history of Manchester back in time 11,000 years.

Travellers who're interested in shopping will find a stroll around downtown Manchester rewarding. The three main retail areas are downtown Manchester, South Willow Street, and Second Street on the West Side of the city. For something a little different, visitors can head to the nearby town of Merrimack and visit the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Here visitors can taste seasonal beers and check out the famous Budweiser Clydesdale horses.

For those who want to venture out and enjoy New Hampshire's celebrated natural beauty, Livingston Park is an absolute must. It spans 13 acres in Manchester's north end and is a breathtaking Eden of peaceful trails that wind through dense woodlands and open fields. The tranquil Massabesic Lake is also worth visiting for its scenic surrounds, hiking and biking trails, and boating activities.

Formerly a textile mill town, Manchester has reinvented itself over the last few decades and is now a city considered to be a space of thriving entrepreneurship, education and hospitality.