This time of year, with the expenses of the holidays right behind us, many of us are feeling a bit light in the wallet. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do in New Hampshire without spending more than ten bucks. Here are a few of our favorites.
- Tour the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in Merrimack
TripAdvisor/alicyn63 A one-hour tour of the Anheuser-Busch brewing facility is completely free, and it includes the chance to both learn about the brewing process and to meet some of the famous Clydesdales. You’ll have money left over to buy a pint at the end. Find it at 221 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054.
- Fill up a bag of old-fashioned candy at Chutters in Littleton
Facebook/Chutters You can’t get candy for a penny anymore, but at Chutters you can still get a solid sugar rush for $10 – plus you’ll have the fun of browsing through the options at the oldest candy counter in the whole world. Find it at 43 Main St Littleton, New Hampshire.
- Visit the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center in Concord
TripAdvisor/Harvey K. This great air and space museum is both educational and entertaining, and you’re sure to enjoy a visit. Best of all, admission is only $10 per adult (less for kids and seniors). Find it at 2 Institute Dr, Concord, NH 03301.
- Take a scenic drive
Flickr/Eric Kilby The Kancamagus is the obvious choice, of course. $10 should get you enough gas for an enjoyable adventure!
- Tour the State House in Concord
TripAdvisor/Zachariah P. New Hampshire’s State House is beautiful and historic, and you can tour it for free (you do have to book in advance and follow some security procedures). You’ll learn all about the inner workings of the Granite State, and you can spend your $10 in the gift shop at the end. Find it at 107 North Main Street, Concord NH, 03301.
- Eat up at Gilley’s Diner
Facebook/Gilley’s Diner This beloved Portsmouth institution hasn’t changed much in the last 40 years, and it’s a real treat to dine at this old-fashioned spot. A hearty meal will easily run you less than $10. Find it at 175 Fleet St Portsmouth, NH 03801.
- Take a walk through the ghost town of Monson
TripAdvisor/Suzanna New Hampshire’s oldest inhabited settlement was abandoned in the 1770s, but you can walk around plenty of trains in the area and see a reconstructed house. You’ll find it by heading to Adams Road and Federal Hill Road in Hollis. Learn more here. It doesn’t cost a thing to visit, but you can donate to the stewardship fund that keeps the land and buildings preserved if you feel so inclined.
- Take a beautiful winter hike on the Northern Rail Trail
Flickr/nwms1916 When you need to worth through some cabin fever, head to the Northern Rail Trail, which runs from Lebanon to Danbury. It’s perfect for winter walks, or strap on some snowshoes or cross-country skis when fresh snow blankets the trail. Learn more here.
Willing to spend a little more for a one-of-a-kind adventure? Check out these snowmobile tours.
TripAdvisor/alicyn63
A one-hour tour of the Anheuser-Busch brewing facility is completely free, and it includes the chance to both learn about the brewing process and to meet some of the famous Clydesdales. You’ll have money left over to buy a pint at the end. Find it at 221 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054.
Facebook/Chutters
You can’t get candy for a penny anymore, but at Chutters you can still get a solid sugar rush for $10 – plus you’ll have the fun of browsing through the options at the oldest candy counter in the whole world. Find it at 43 Main St Littleton, New Hampshire.
TripAdvisor/Harvey K.
This great air and space museum is both educational and entertaining, and you’re sure to enjoy a visit. Best of all, admission is only $10 per adult (less for kids and seniors). Find it at 2 Institute Dr, Concord, NH 03301.
Flickr/Eric Kilby
The Kancamagus is the obvious choice, of course. $10 should get you enough gas for an enjoyable adventure!
TripAdvisor/Zachariah P.
New Hampshire’s State House is beautiful and historic, and you can tour it for free (you do have to book in advance and follow some security procedures). You’ll learn all about the inner workings of the Granite State, and you can spend your $10 in the gift shop at the end. Find it at 107 North Main Street, Concord NH, 03301.
Facebook/Gilley’s Diner
This beloved Portsmouth institution hasn’t changed much in the last 40 years, and it’s a real treat to dine at this old-fashioned spot. A hearty meal will easily run you less than $10. Find it at 175 Fleet St Portsmouth, NH 03801.
TripAdvisor/Suzanna
New Hampshire’s oldest inhabited settlement was abandoned in the 1770s, but you can walk around plenty of trains in the area and see a reconstructed house. You’ll find it by heading to Adams Road and Federal Hill Road in Hollis. Learn more here. It doesn’t cost a thing to visit, but you can donate to the stewardship fund that keeps the land and buildings preserved if you feel so inclined.
Flickr/nwms1916
When you need to worth through some cabin fever, head to the Northern Rail Trail, which runs from Lebanon to Danbury. It’s perfect for winter walks, or strap on some snowshoes or cross-country skis when fresh snow blankets the trail. Learn more here.
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