Merrimack Valley

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A romantic #sunset #sea
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
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Quick trip to Bedford NH

Where to stay in Merrimack Valley

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

Salisbury Beach

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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(72 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Manchester, City Hall Plaza and Palace Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Manchester
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Highlands

4/5(21 area reviews)

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

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

South End

While South End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Filotimo Casino and Mall of New Hampshire.

South End
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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
Manchester historic city skyline including Amoskeag Mill buildings and West Side Sainte Marie Parish church in Manchester, New Hampshire NH, USA.

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Zimmerman House and Livingston Park are top sights worth seeing.

North End
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St. Manchester NH
The price is ￥21,222 per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
￥21,222
￥23,026 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,127 reviews)
Clean, comfortable and a great location to attend our event. Thank you.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
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
The price is ￥18,224 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
￥18,224
￥26,420 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Epsom. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions James Park and Epsom Public Library are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Room was so clean, it had everything we needed inside.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

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

Park View Inn - Salem

2 out of 5
109 S Broadway Salem NH
Stay at this motel in Salem. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,650 reviews)
I love park view

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

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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.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Room was so clean, it had everything we needed inside.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Quaint Dunbarton Waterfront Cottage

Quaint Dunbarton Waterfront Cottage

Dunbarton NH
Book a stay at this ski cottage in Dunbarton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Clough State Park and Stonebridge ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
Perfect location! The house was clean and cozy. We loved our time here.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Quaint Dunbarton Waterfront Cottage
Oceanfront Penthouse at Salisbury Beaches

Oceanfront Penthouse at Salisbury Beaches

Salisbury MA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Salisbury. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Salisbury Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
The location of this condo is right on the beach! It was nice sipping coffee watching the waves in the morning.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Oceanfront Penthouse at Salisbury Beaches
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Popular places to visit

Aerial view of UMASS Lowell in early winter

University of Massachusetts Lowell

4/5(45 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Massachusetts Lowell during your visit to 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

4/5(10 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Capitol Center for the Arts, a theater with a story to tell in Concord. Attend a sporting event in the area, or seek out the biking trails.

Capitol Center for the Arts
Waterfront Promenade Park featuring a bay or harbor

Waterfront Promenade Park

5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Waterfront Promenade Park, a lovely green space in Newburyport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Waterfront Promenade Park

Southern New Hampshire University Arena

4.5/5(143 reviews)

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

Tsongas Arena

4/5(41 reviews)

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

Tsongas Arena

Things to do

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Cities near Merrimack Valley

Ward Reservation is a beautiful place to walk and enjoy the nature in the middle of Andover, Massachusetts. #reflections #parks

Andover

Nashua showing street scenes and flowers

Nashua

America's Stonehenge in Salem, New Hampshire. Ancient stone structures around 4000 years old

Salem

Concord featuring outdoor eating

Concord