Sprawling along the banks of Merrimack River, Manchester is the most populous city in the state of New Hampshire. It was named after the industrial city of Manchester in England and is home to excellent museums, a fine-art gallery and plenty of lakeside green spaces.

Things to do

Admire works by Picasso, Matisse and Monet at the Currier Museum of Art, which is housed within a Heritage-listed building dating back to 1929. The museum also conducts guided tours of nearby Zimmerman House, a distinct Usonian-style house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright that features his personal art collection and original furnishings.

Travelling with kids? Spend an afternoon at the SEE Science Center, which boasts a range of hands-on and interactive exhibits. Witness the three million bricks used in the LEGO Millyard Project and participate in experiments in the Chemistry Lab, then grab an apron to get cooking with Science in the Kitchen.

Discover the people who’ve shaped Manchester at the historic Millyard Museum, which is set within the Amoskeag Millyard. Learn about the Native Americans who first fished at Amoskeag Falls and the development of the city’s textile industry, together with the waves of migrants who have arrived throughout the years.

Soak up the tranquil ambience along the banks of Massabesic Lake, which sprawls across more than 1,000 hectares in the east of Manchester. Rent a kayak to explore its waters at your leisure, cast a fishing line or enjoy a picnic on the tree-lined shores.

Getting around

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is located 15 minutes’ drive south of Manchester and Boston Logan International Airport is just over one hour away. Buses travel throughout Manchester and connect it to surrounding towns and cities.