Portsmouth, NH
Portsmouth offers you the perfect New England charm just an hour away from Portland and an hour north of Boston, close to the mouth of the Piscataqua River. It also happens to be one of the oldest cities in the US, and it was established in 1623. This east coast town is home to multiple historical sites and stunning waterfront views.
Some great museums like the USS Albacore housed in a 1953 US Navy submarine offer an exciting glimpse at life in this seaport town, and so does the Strawbery Banke Museum. This outdoor museum traces its early history through historic homes and exhibits.
Visitors can also walk the Portsmouth Harbor Trail that showcases 70 historic and scenic sites, enjoying countless restaurants, sidewalk shops, and artisan boutiques. If you love adventures on the water, there are boat charters and whale watching excursions as well.
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Unfortunately, you skipped the Jersey Shore with both amazing beaches and the history of the State. Much of the Revolutionary War was fought in New Jersey. New Jersey farmers supply much seasonal vegetables. The beaches are pristine and there is history in Cape May County.