Things to do & places to visit in Concord, New Hampshire, United States

Concord's historic Main Street area is home to various sites of cultural significance, including Railroad Square, the Eagle hotel, which hosted such notable guests as Eleanor Roosevelt and Richard Nixon, The Pierce Manse, former home of President Franklin Pierce, and the State House, the oldest state capitol in which the legislature meets in its original chambers. Far more than the sum of its history, Concord boasts a popular planetarium, plentiful performing arts and an international speedway.

Concord city in New Hampshire, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 22:28.

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5.0 Escape Room Concord NH (54 reviews)
- Lots of fun for ages 20 to 60 !
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

We offer escape and puzzle rooms for fun and team building that take place in one of our themed rooms. Any size group is welcome up to 12 guests and we will do our best to make sure you have a fun time escaping! We currently offer five games: Escape the Library, Escape the Lion's Den, Escape the Sanctuary, Escape the Enigma, and Escape the Dragon's Chamber. See more..
5.0 Capital Region Visitor Center (8 reviews)
- The best
Saturday: Visitor Centers

The Capital Region Visitor Center, operated by the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce and supported by Granite State Ambassadors, provides local and statewide information to the ever-expanding number of visitors to New Hampshire's state capital. The Visitor Center is open year-round in the "Smile" building at 49 South Main Street. Tourists can find brochures for area attractions, parks, walking trails, bike trails, hotels, motels and other lodging and restaurants, as well as relocation information and a gift shop. It's a great place to begin your visit! See more..
5.0 John Parker Hale Statue (1 review)
- One of the Greatest Inscriptions Ever
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Visitors note statues of Franklin Pierce (president), Daniel Webster (senator), and John Stark (general), but many times when passing through the State House grounds (I live in Concord), I have had to expressly ask them to take at the statue of John P. Hale, who, as a leading member of the Free Soil Party and its presidential candidate (against Pierce!), became anathema to the Democratic Party in the state. The inscription on the statue is quite simply one of the most moving ever composed. See more..
5.0 Lewis Farm & Greenhouses (1 review)
- Fresh veggies and flowers
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Farms

We are a sustainable family-owned farm with a CSA & Farm Stand committed to serving Concord, NH and the surrounding areas with amazing produce and compost. See more..
4.5 New Hampshire State House (265 reviews)
- Craig Hockenberry: New Hampshire Capital
Saturday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Government Buildings

NH's State House - with the oldest continuously used legislative chambers! Opened in June 1819! Home of the General Court of NH! See more..
4.5 Red River Theatres (151 reviews)
- GREAT VENUE
Saturday: 12:30 PM - 10:00 PM Theaters

Lovely theater on South Main Street in Concord. Varied movies. Just went to see a Great Dead 1972 Denmark concert movie at 11 am on a Saturday morning - funny time. Seats are very comfortable. Snack bar with local beers. Affordable! See more..
4.5 Granite State Candy Shoppe (120 reviews)
- Treasure in Concord, NH
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

A third generation candy business established in 1927. Makers of gourmet chocolate, fine confections and super premium homemade ice cream. See more..
4.5 Capitol Center for the Arts (118 reviews)
- Great show
Saturday: Theaters

The Capitol Center for the Arts is the largest and most successful performing arts center in New Hampshire and has helped position Concord as a cultural destination. Its richly varied programming attracts diversified audiences. Broadway, ballet, rock, and country & western fans alike travel from all over New England to attend performances at the Capitol Center. See more..
4.5 Carter Hill Orchard (85 reviews)
- Great Place and People
Farms

We had intended to pick some apples, but weather wasn’t to good & it was a little rainy & chilly. I asked if I could just go take some photos. It was no problem. So I did and wound us with fully wet shoes & socks After my husband and I came back in (I guess we could have picked our own) but wound up but a few from inside along with some other goodies. They have lots of other stuff inside besides apples. We enjoyed our stop and the apples too !! Oh the Apple Donuts are delicious as well !! See more..
4.5 Pierce Manse (52 reviews)
- learn about a President who is not well known
Historic Sites

Greek Revival home once owned by former President Franklin Pierce. See more..
4.5 Susan N. McLane Audubon Center and Silk Farm Wildlife Sanctuary (42 reviews)
- Hidden gem with wildlife exhibits and hiking trails
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Offers information about New Hampshire sanctuaries and has an observation area and trails. See more..
4.5 Concord Craft Brewing Company (26 reviews)
- Worth the trip
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

At Concord Craft Brewing Company, it is our mission to hand-craft fresh, flavorful beers locally. We will brew our beers right in downtown Concord, where you can conveniently walk in and see it made and taste it fresh. We believe that once you try our small batch hand-crafted beers, you will be proud to drink your local Concord Craft beer whenever you are in the mood for a beer. See more..
4.5 Dimond Hill Farm (20 reviews)
- Great Produce
Farms

Great variety of vegetables and displayed appropriately for the venue. Large barn and friendly staff, feels much like a community effort. See more..
4.5 Litherman's Limited Brewery (12 reviews)
- Fantastic beer
Spent < 1 hour Breweries

Dog friendly place to sample some good beer, maybe get a food truck grilled cheese snack (depending on who's there). Some fine traditional and VERY adventurous beers here. Something for every taste in a casual, unpretentious spot. Strike up a conversation with whoever is hanging around and you may learn something. See more..
4.5 Winant Park Hiking Trails (12 reviews)
- Great trails that go for miles
Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails

LOVE this place. Beautiful trails, views of the state house, and the trails connect with other trails so you can hike, run, bike all day. See more..
4.5 Hatbox Theatre (9 reviews)
- Great show
Saturday: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Theaters

Hatbox Theatre is an intimate, cooperative performing arts venue in Concord, NH that features locally produced works, including original & produced plays, musicals, concerts, variety and more. See more..
4.5 Apple Hill Farm (8 reviews)
- Amazing Blueberry Picking
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Farms

Highly recommended! We had a great time picking blueberries and everyone was super friendly and helpful! See more..
4.5 Oak Hill Trail (7 reviews)
- Need to rejuvenate with a family friendly dog friendly hike?
Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails

My spouse introduced me to Oak Hill. It's beautiful from April to October, if your lucky sometimes November too. It's great for beginners or hikers with children. This local spot always restores my soul with it's vistas. See more..
4.5 Kimball Jenkins Estate (7 reviews)
- Great historic home
Saturday: Historic Sites • Art Museums

Former mansion of well-known Concord family is now open to the public and also contains regional artists' works. See more..
4.0 McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center (152 reviews)
- The replica of the Mercury Rocket is worth a stop
Saturday: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Science Museums

The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is an air and space museum dedicated to NH space pioneers Christa McAuliffe (NASA's 1st Teacher-in-Space) and Admiral Alan Shepard (America's 1st astronaut and, as Apollo XIV Commander, one of only 12 human beings to have walked on the Moon). This science museum has just upgraded its planetarium to a 10K system, one of only three in North America. It features an observatory, cafe, interactive indoor and outdoor exhibits on aviation, astronomy, Earth and space science, a full-dome digital planetarium with shows from around the world, summer science & engineering day camps for kids ages 5 - 14, and special stargazing and science talks and workshops the 1st Friday night of each month (2nd Friday in April 2023). Family memberships are $100. Admission is $12 for adults, $11 for students & seniors, $9 for kids ages 3 - 12, free for kids ages 0-2. See more..
4.0 New Hampshire Historical Society (56 reviews)
- Little more than just a gorgeous building
Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Libraries • History Museums

Founded in 1823 the New Hampshire Historical Society is the state's premier organization preserving and sharing Granite State history. Its museum and library offer the most extensive collection of resources and materials related to New Hampshire history that can be found anywhere. The Society's headquarters building at 30 Park Street in Concord is considered one of the finest examples of public architecture in New Hampshire and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. See more..
4.0 President Franklin Pierce Tomb (38 reviews)
- Nice resting place for our 14th President
Points of Interest & Landmarks

As we tour our country, we make it a point to visit the Presidential cemeteries - it almost drives our touring now, as only five stops remain. The Pierce family grave is rather modest but nicely maintained, and certainly distinguishable from other grave markers. Old North cemetery dates back to 1730, and as such other markers are not in the best shape. Pierce had a sad family life, as their first son died in infancy and his resting place is unknown. Two of the other sons are with Franklin and Jane. Frankie died at four from Typhus, and Benjie from a train accident. Jane had poor health following the deaths of her children and died from tuberculosis. On October 08, 1869, President Pierce died at the age of 64. His death was caused by complications brought about by liver cirrhosis from his heavy drinking in later years. Franklin Pierce is linked in genealogical records to Barbara Pierce Bush - First Lady of President George H. W. Bush - quite a trivia notation. See more..
4.0 Daniel Webster Statue (17 reviews)
- One of the Most Impressive State Houses
Monuments & Statues

Statue honoring the historic statesman is located outside the State Capitol. See more..
4.0 Concord Antiques (16 reviews)
- They moved!
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Antique Shops

Established in 1997, Concord Antique Gallery, located in historic downtown Concord, quickly became known throughout New England. The Gallery is the largest antique group shop in the capitol region. Over 155 dealer spaces are spread generously over 10,000 square feet of floor space on two levels. See more..
4.0 Statue of Franklin Pierce (8 reviews)
- Not a great president, but man impressive memorial.
Monuments & Statues

Thank goodness we have Alan Shepard, because if Franklin Pierce were our only New Hampshire native of note, that would be sad. But, the Pierce memorial is just one of many interesting historical icons in the city. Go to the state house. See more..
4.0 John Stark Statue (7 reviews)
- Just an awesome reminder
Monuments & Statues

This statue honoring the Revolutionary War hero is located outside the Statehouse. See more..
4.0 Mary Baker Eddy Historic House (5 reviews)
- Holly Morris, manager, is simply outstanding in knowledge and manner.
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

May 1-October 31, guided tours Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday 10 am - 4 pm; Sunday 1 pm to 4 pm, and by appointment all year. Suggested donation $7, children under 12 free. Owned by Longyear Museum, Chestnut Hill, MA. This mid-19th century house was the residence of the founder of Christian Science, Mary Baker Eddy, from 1889 to 1892. Visitors will tour 2 historic rooms, view a large-scale panorama of Pleasant View (no longer standing) where Mrs. Eddy lived from 1892 to 1908, and exhibits describing her childhood home in nearby Bow. See more..
4.0 Lehtinen Park (2 reviews)
- Fall walk with friends
Parks

The park is easy to miss as the entrance we used was barely noticeable except for the Stone Marker. There are several trails, and as we are senior citizens, tyook the easier trail. It was a great hike, no difficult climbs, just a rambling trail. Next time will try some of the other trails. See more..
4.0 Fort Eddy Plaza (1 review)
- SHOPPING PLAZA CLOSE TO ROUTES I-93 & I-393
Spent 1-2 hours Shopping Malls

This shopping plaza is conveniently located off Exit 14 of Route I-93 and near the junction Route I-393/US Route 202. It has service businesses, stores and restaurants. The anchor store is Books-A-Million which carries books for the whole family. There’s a large children’s section. One will also find games, puzzles, plush characters, and toys throughout the store. There is a smaller section with books for teens. On my visit this time, I shopped at Books-A-Million where I got two nice books at deep discounts. Other stores of interest to travelers include GameStop, Staples, GNC, Eastern Mountain Sports for outdoor gear, Rite Aid for forgotten or used-up toiletries, OTC medicines, and first aid items. The Shaw’s Supermarket is not only good for snacks and beverages, but it also has a Citizens Bank ATM inside for emergency or extra cash. There’s a Supercuts where one can get a quick haircut. There are two eateries - Five Guys Burgers & Fries and Moritomo Japanese Restaurant. Fort Eddy Plaza is across from the L.L. Bean Outlet and Uno Pizzeria & Grill. The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is about 2 miles away. I rate the Fort Eddy Plaza at 4.50 for its convenient location with easy access to highways and the variety of businesses there. If you found this review helpful, please click THANK below. See more..
3.0 Depot Antiques & Toys (4 reviews)
- Great Store
Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops
I have been going to Toms stores for years.....great in the community and for the community. BIG help with his knowledge of trains and help. The store is always packed with nice antique items... See more..