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 December
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Portsmouth in December
Estimated hotel price
$138
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 Orlando and takes around 2h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portsmouth, followed by Acela.

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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Portsmouth, including Bus, OurBus and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Portsmouth takes 185 km and will cost you around $27. From New Haven, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 249 km. The most popular bus station is Portsmouth Bus Station, located 4 km from downtown Portsmouth. Portsmouth Hanover Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.8 km from the city center.

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 Orlando and takes around 2h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Portsmouth, followed by Acela.

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.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Portsmouth, including Bus, OurBus and FlixBus. From Portland, the bus ride to Portsmouth takes 185 km and will cost you around $27. From New Haven, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 249 km. The most popular bus station is Portsmouth Bus Station, located 4 km from downtown Portsmouth. Portsmouth Hanover Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.8 km from the city center.

Airports near Portsmouth

BOSBoston Logan Intl
PWMPortland
MHTManchester

Airlines serving Portsmouth

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,674 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,635 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,021 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,139 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,832 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,058 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,449 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,514 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,573 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (888 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,349 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,114 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,162 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,598 reviews)
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Where to stay in Portsmouth

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth and Anchorage Inn and Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Portsmouth

Most booked hotels in Portsmouth

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Great Island Inn - A Modern Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 103 reviews)
$148+
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The Water Street Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, 175 reviews)
$111+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth/Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1181 reviews)
$117+
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Kittery Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1037 reviews)
$69+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1369 reviews)
$66+
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Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 599 reviews)
$100+
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Renting a car in Portsmouth

Renting a car in Portsmouth costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Portsmouth.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Ford EcoSport or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portsmouth, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Portsmouth costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Portsmouth.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Ford EcoSport or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Portsmouth, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Portsmouth

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact
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