Travel Guide - Concord

Concord is a city which is actually the capital of New Hampshire and is a popular destination for holidaymakers looking for a place that has plenty to do yet is not too busy. If this sounds like the kind of place you would like to visit take a look at things you can do in Concord.

Anyone who is interested in star gazing will love the Christa McAuliffe Planetarium. Here you can see into universe in the 40 foot high domed theatre, there are special events each week from family nights to special teens evenings so it is perfect for families.

Perhaps you are interested in New Hampshire’s history, at the Museum of New Hampshire you can find out all about the history of the state and join in with some of the interactive displays. Children in particular can benefit from learning and fun combined, and so can the adults too!

Maybe you would like to be out in the fresh air and where better to do that than at the Mill Brook Gallery and Sculpture Garden. This is a gallery which has three rooms in which the exhibits are regularly changed and a range of outdoor settings which include woodland, ponds, perennial gardens and fields all of which have some amazing sculptures. You can easily spend a day here enjoying a stroll and admiring the many sculptures which are dotted around and you can make full use of the stunning backdrop for some great photo opportunities.

If you visit Concord during the month of July you will be able to join in the fun at the Main Street Concord’s 34th Annual Market Days and Summer Music Festival that is a celebration of life and activities within the city. Here you will find shows, floats and a parade all of which is free of charge and is a great day out for young and old alike.

One place you should visit whilst you are in Concord is the Capitol Centre for the Arts which always has shows running from theatrical performances to something for the children. Go there and see if there is anything that you would like to enjoy and book your tickets to a great night out.

Fans of speed will want to visit the New Hampshire International Speedway which is located in Concord. This is the place to be if you are looking for high octane adventure and thrills and is a pleasant change from the laid back pace of life in this city. Eating and drinking in Concord is good and there are plenty of restaurants for you to take your pick from. If you want a night out that gives you good food and good ale then go to the Barley House which serves some of the best burgers around and offers live shows six nights a week. Or maybe you would rather try the margaritas at Hermanos Cocina Mexicana and listen to some cool jazz. Whatever you decide to do in Concord one thing is for sure - you will have a great time doing it.