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 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Portsmouth departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Portsmouth is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 83 km 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 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Portsmouth departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Portsmouth is to pick up a car rental from Boston, which is about 83 km 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 (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,493 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,073 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,431 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,358 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portsmouth

Average rates range from around $201 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $315 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Portsmouth, with prices from $105 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 174% 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, 177 reviews)
$256+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1186 reviews)
$213+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Kittery
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 34 reviews)
$192+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Kittery-Portsmouth
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 497 reviews)
$181+
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Kittery Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1101 reviews)
$158+
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Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 474 reviews)
$239+
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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 33% 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. Compact (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portsmouth, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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 33% 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. Compact (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portsmouth, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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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