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

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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
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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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Highlands

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

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
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Straw-Smyth

If you're spending some time in Straw-Smyth, State Park and Currier Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Straw-Smyth
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 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! (1,693 reviews)
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Park View Inn - Salem
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem NH

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem NH

3 out of 5
8 Keewaydin Dr Salem NH
The price is S$104 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$104
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,103 reviews)
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salem NH
DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Andover

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Andover

4 out of 5
123 Old River Rd Andover MA
The price is S$142 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
S$142
6 Mar - 7 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! (1,000 reviews)
great room, good staff. Dog friendly, lots of doordash options. Lots of ways in and out which I loved. Friendly front desk agent!!!! Restaurant felt limited but the bathroom was gigantic!!!! Right off the highway, but not on the main street which made it quiet. great great hotel.

Reviewed on 24 Feb, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Andover
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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! (123 reviews)
I loved our nature get away for the night. The staff was very nice!

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

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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

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

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

Tsongas 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

Things to do

Bridalveil falls

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Methuen downtown including Spicket Mill at Spicket River aerial view at Pleasant Street and Broadway in historic city center of Methuen, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Methuen

Beautiful panorama of the Beach and inlet shots in Old Seabrook Ct

Seabrook

Quincy Market showing a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Boston

Interstate Highway 93 at Exit 20 with US Route 3 in White Mountain National Forest aerial view with fall foliage, Town of Tilton, New Hampshire NH, USA.

Tilton