While the Seacoast is New Hampshire’s smallest region, it's one of the richest in history, recreation and scenic beauty. Its 18 miles of coastline are mostly public land, and the timeless fascination of the ocean combines with attractions and scenic drives for a memorable visit. Here are just a few of the region's highlights:

• Along Route 1A North, follow winding scenic roads as they hug the ever-changing shoreline. Step into the past at Fuller Gardens, two acres of formal gardens that were designed in the early 1900s, featuring formal English perennial borders, over 1,500 rose bushes, a Japanese garden, and various annual and perennial displays.
   
• Next, journey back to colonial times in carefully preserved historic homes at Strawbery Banke, Portsmouth's 10-acre historic district, and one of America's oldest settlements. Across from Strawbery Banke, at the edge of the Piscataqua River, Prescott Park is a waterfront park that features over 10 acres of flower gardens, walkways, seating, docking and grass areas all designed for public use. In addition to a formal garden, there are fountains, tree lined walkways, a flower wall and a separate rose garden for the public to view. Be sure to bring your camera!
   
• Lunch can easily be enjoyed on your own in downtown Portsmouth, the State’s small – and only – port city . With over 50 restaurants that cater to almost every palate, it’s no wonder that Portsmouth was once dubbed “The Restaurant Capital of New England.”
   
• That afternoon, cruise through the Portsmouth Harbor to the historic, rocky Isles of Shoals, past lighthouses, or up the Piscataqua River to the Great Bay Wilderness Area. Or, take a guided motorcoach tour of Portsmouth, winding through narrow streets that are lined with buildings dating back to the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Your local guide will pass points of interest including the John Paul Jones House, where the “Father of the Navy” stayed during the building of the Ranger, the 18-gun ship that he used in a series of guerilla raids against the British during the Revolutionary War.

New Hampshire’s Seacoast offers a full calendar of seasonal events and group-friendly lodging options that fit almost any tour’s budget. Plan to spend to spend more than a day in this beautiful region, steeped in history and rich in cultural offerings.

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