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

Portsmouth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Portsmouth

With a population of 20 779, Portsmouth is a must-see destination in New Hampshire, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Portsmouth deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Portsmouth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cure Restaurant (189 State St) and Toscana Chop House (3 Pleasant St.) are great picks.

When to visit Portsmouth

Portsmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portsmouth in January
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Portsmouth in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Portsmouth, with an average rainfall of 2.2″.

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How to Get to Portsmouth

Plane

When flying to Portsmouth, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Portsmouth departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Portsmouth is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 51 miles from Portsmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Plane

When flying to Portsmouth, you’ll arrive at Portsmouth Pease Intl (PSM), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Portsmouth departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Portsmouth is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 51 miles from Portsmouth. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Boston.

Airports near Portsmouth

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Portsmouth

Lufthansa
Good (8,222 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,568 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,062 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,558 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,979 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,592 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,471 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,595 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portsmouth

Average rates range from around $170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $309 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Portsmouth, with prices from $90 to $514 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Portsmouth are about 183% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portsmouth

Most booked hotels in Portsmouth

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The Water Street Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 179 reviews)
$176+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1189 reviews)
$177+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kittery
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 39 reviews)
$136+
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Kittery Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1108 reviews)
$88+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Kittery-Portsmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 518 reviews)
$115+
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Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 487 reviews)
$216+
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Renting a car in Portsmouth

Renting a car in Portsmouth costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Portsmouth.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Portsmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Portsmouth costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Portsmouth.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Portsmouth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

Best car rental deals in Portsmouth

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$55/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$62/day

Intermediate
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