Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hampton

With a population of 9,656, Hampton is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Hampton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Hampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, CR's The Restaurant (287 Exeter Road) and Tinos (325 Lafayette Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Hampton

Hampton in February
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hampton in February
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hampton

Plane

When flying to Hampton, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hampton departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton to Providence takes 0h 51m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 67 km from Hampton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton, including OurBus, FlixBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Hampton takes 378 km and will cost you around $68. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 740 km.

Plane

When flying to Hampton, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hampton departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Hampton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Hampton to Providence takes 0h 51m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bridgeport, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hampton is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 67 km from Hampton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hampton, including OurBus, FlixBus and CoachRun. From New York, the bus ride to Hampton takes 378 km and will cost you around $68. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 740 km.

Airports near Hampton

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Hampton

Lufthansa
Good (7,956 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,929 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,466 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,202 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (911 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,672 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,762 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,975 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,223 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,304 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hampton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ships Inn and Hampton Harbor Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hampton

Most booked hotels in Hampton

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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1190 reviews)
$132+
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Lamies Inn & The Old Salt Tavern
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1015 reviews)
$91+
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935 Ocean, a Beachside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 194 reviews)
$134+
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Victoria Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 87 reviews)
$177+
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Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 607 reviews)
$109+
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Seacoast
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 337 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Hampton

Renting a car in Hampton costs $88 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Hampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26.

Renting a car in Hampton costs $88 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Boston Logan Intl.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Hampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26.

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