Merrimack Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A romantic #sunset #sea
Plum Island Lighthouse protects the delta of the Merrimack River, and was commissioned for the first time in 1788 with a lantern that burned whale oil. Its current form dates from the year 1898. In 1927 it began to work with electricity and was automated in 1952. As you can see the light it emits is green. The lighthouse's surroundings are always accessible and the structure itself is open some days a year. There is a big public parking lot just crossing the street from the lighthouse. #USA #Lighthouse #Historical #MyBackyard #Trovember
Cool scene on the back 9.
Quick trip to Bedford NH
Nice trails close to home

Where to stay in Merrimack Valley

My favorite beach in the area. We always make summer trips here.

Salisbury Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Salisbury Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Salisbury Beach State Reservation or Salisbury Beach.

Salisbury Beach
Manchester downtown building including City Hall Plaza and Brady Sullivan Plaza with Merrimack River in the front panorama aerial view, Manchester, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Downtown Manchester

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Manchester, Palace Theater and Center of New Hampshire Expo Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Manchester
Cambodian water festival ...

Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Cambodia Town and Lowell Heritage State Park.

Highlands
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Kalivas Union

While Kalivas Union isn't home to many top sights, Southern New Hampshire University Arena and Northeast Delta Dental Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kalivas Union
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Summer Village

While Summer Village isn't home to many top sights, The Butterfly Place and MIT Haystack Observatory are some notable places to visit nearby.

Summer Village
Manchester city skyline, Granite Street Bridge, and the Merrimack River at sunrise in New Hampshire, USA

South End

When in South End, you can plan a visit to Filotimo Casino and Mall of New Hampshire, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South End
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St. Manchester NH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £98 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£98
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,147 reviews)
Room was clean and checking in and out was quick and easy. Breakfast was delicious and all the staff was friendly.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Andover

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Andover

4 out of 5
123 Old River Rd Andover MA
The price is £89 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
£89
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Andover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Clean, friendly staff, quiet

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Andover
Park View Inn - Salem

Park View Inn - Salem

2 out of 5
109 S Broadway Salem NH
The price is £55 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
£55
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,707 reviews)
Clean and quiet

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Park View Inn - Salem
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Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
76 Mountain Rd Epsom NH
Stay at this cabin in Epsom. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions James Park and Epsom Public Library are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
this cabin was overall super clean , very cozy as well! We loved it

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach

Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach

Salisbury MA
Stay at this holiday home in Salisbury. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Salisbury Beach State Reservation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Comfy space, gorgeous views, helpful host.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Adorable spacious renovated private home on beach
Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home in the Heart of Historic Downtown Newburyport

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home in the Heart of Historic Downtown Newburyport

Newburyport MA
Stay at this golf holiday home in Newburyport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Historical Society of Old Newbury and Sisters ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)
Mostly excellent. Could just use some newer pots and pans

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home in the Heart of Historic Downtown Newburyport
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Popular places to visit

Aerial view of UMASS Lowell in early winter

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your stay in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

University of Massachusetts Lowell
The beach at Sandy Point State Reservation

Plum Island Point

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Plum Island Point during your trip to Newburyport? Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.

Plum Island Point
Liberty Bell in front of New Hampshire State House, Concord, New Hampshire NH, USA. New Hampshire State House is the nations oldest state house, built in 1816 - 1819.

Capitol Center for the Arts

Get tickets for a show at Capitol Center for the Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Concord. Attend a sporting event in the area or seek out the cycling trails.

Capitol Center for the Arts

Southern New Hampshire University Arena

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Southern New Hampshire University Arena during your trip to Manchester. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Southern New Hampshire University Arena

New Hampshire International Speedway

Catch an event at New Hampshire International Speedway during your trip to Loudon. Discover the area's live music or seek out its cycling trails.

New Hampshire International Speedway

Tsongas Arena

Enjoy a show at Tsongas Arena, a popular theatre in Lowell. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Tsongas Arena

Cities near Merrimack Valley

Nashua showing flowers and street scenes

Nashua

Concord featuring outdoor eating

Concord

New Hampshire White Mountains -Lincoln

Hudson

A view of the Haverhill skyline of the bridge and tall modern buildings. This small city in New England is brick and glass buildings. Haverhill Massachusetts MA during the fall and autumn with leaves

Haverhill

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