Where to eat, explore & spend a good day around New England
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Restaurants
Ice Cream
Museums
Outdoor Activities
From rugged coastal cliffs and mountain peaks to protected sand dunes, these spots highlight the very best of New England’s natural beauty and outdoor scenery.
My family has had a house here my whole life growing up. There are so many things to do here on the boardwalk. Restaurants, shops, and more!
Hampton Beach
A great, easy to do hike for beginners. My husband and I love the view of Diana's Baths!
Diana's Baths
A beautiful scenic 3 mile walk!
Cliff Walk
One of the best places to take a drive to look at all the foliage. Our family enjoys doing this every year.
White Mountain National Forest
Restaurants
A taste of authentic New England flavor—featuring historic seafood shacks, legendary coal-fired pizza, and classic coastal dining spots you can't miss.
My husband and I go here frequently. We LOVE the filet!
Pellana Prime Steakhouse
Our favorite restaurant in the North End. It is small and intimate.
Pagliuca's Ristorante Italiano – Family run Sothern Italian ...
Probably some of the best pizza I have ever had in my life!
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
If you want a fresh seafood platter, this is the place to go in the North Shore!
Woodman's of Essex
A classic walk up seafood shack serving fresh lobster rolls over a picturesque river bridge.
The Clam Shack Kennebunkport me
We love going to this historic Berkshire restaurant!
The Red Lion Inn
Ice Cream
New Englanders take their ice cream seriously year-round. These iconic stands serve up the richest small-batch, homemade scoops and creative local flavors.
My favorite place to get ice cream growing up. I also want to mention there isn't just ice cream here. There is a store, a food shack, bumper boats, mini golf, and more!
Kimball Farm
Seriously the BEST place to get Maple Ice Cream Sundaes! Perfect for the fall!
I was actually surprised at how good this ice cream actually was for a chain!
Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe
Museums
Discover the region's deep roots and creative spirit through world-class art collections, living historic seafaring villages, and striking architectural landmarks.
One of America's oldest museums! Such a fun place to go to in Salem!
Peabody Essex Museum
A fun museum to go to learn about tall ships!
Mystic Seaport Museum
We love traveling to this museum every year to see all of the different exhibits!
