Major Attractions
Santa's Village (2 miles)
528 Presidential Highway on US Route 2, Jefferson, NH 03583
www.santasvillage.com
603-586-4445
Rates: Adults and Juniors $25; under 4 free; Seniors $23
For almost 60 years, families have enjoyed this magical Christmas-themed park, and this year there are more reasons to stay and play with Santa and his friends! Your day will be filled with wonderfully themed rides, live shows, Santa and his reindeer, and our awesome new water feature! One low admission includes unlimited use of all activities for the entire day. 2-day & Season Passes, Sr. discounts, group rates available. Children 3 & under are FREE. Come within 3 hours of closing and return another day for free. It’s Christmas Today at Santa’s Village and we can’t wait to see you!
528 Presidential Highway on US Route 2, Jefferson, NH 03583
www.santasvillage.com
603-586-4445
Rates: Adults and Juniors $25; under 4 free; Seniors $23
For almost 60 years, families have enjoyed this magical Christmas-themed park, and this year there are more reasons to stay and play with Santa and his friends! Your day will be filled with wonderfully themed rides, live shows, Santa and his reindeer, and our awesome new water feature! One low admission includes unlimited use of all activities for the entire day. 2-day & Season Passes, Sr. discounts, group rates available. Children 3 & under are FREE. Come within 3 hours of closing and return another day for free. It’s Christmas Today at Santa’s Village and we can’t wait to see you!
Six Gun City & Fort Splash (5 miles)
Route 2, Jefferson 03583
www.sixguncity.com
603-586-4592
Rates: Adults $21.95; under 3 free; Seniors 65+ $16.95
Come ride, slide, race, and play all day in the affordable Western Village & Water Park where exciting additions and improvements give kids and families more ways to have fun in our 54th year. Help the Sheriff catch an Outlaw, see the mini-horse show, and play laser tag. Thrills & chills on 13 rides and waterslides (swimwear required) like the go-karts, bumper boats, roller coaster, water coaster, & wading pool. Gift shops, snack bar and much more. Admission includes 2nd day free this season (non-transferable). In October the park becomes ”Six Gun Haunted“ with haunted hay ride, corn maze, boot hill, trick-or-treating and more!
Route 2, Jefferson 03583
www.sixguncity.com
603-586-4592
Rates: Adults $21.95; under 3 free; Seniors 65+ $16.95
Come ride, slide, race, and play all day in the affordable Western Village & Water Park where exciting additions and improvements give kids and families more ways to have fun in our 54th year. Help the Sheriff catch an Outlaw, see the mini-horse show, and play laser tag. Thrills & chills on 13 rides and waterslides (swimwear required) like the go-karts, bumper boats, roller coaster, water coaster, & wading pool. Gift shops, snack bar and much more. Admission includes 2nd day free this season (non-transferable). In October the park becomes ”Six Gun Haunted“ with haunted hay ride, corn maze, boot hill, trick-or-treating and more!
Story Land (30 miles)
Route 16, Glen 03838
www.storylandnh.com
603-383-4186
Rates: $26.99; ages 1 and 2 are free
Story Land is the children’s theme park where fantasy lives! There’s a smile and adventure around every corner: ride in a pumpkin coach to Cinderella’s Castle, spin through a giant cuckoo clock, tour a farm on a child-sized tractor, and enjoy so many more new—and longtime—favorites. Make memories to last a lifetime with 21 wonderfully themed rides, lively shows, unique playgrounds, friendly storybook characters, and your family. A favorite of parents, grandparents and especially children for over 50 years!
Route 16, Glen 03838
www.storylandnh.com
603-383-4186
Rates: $26.99; ages 1 and 2 are free
Story Land is the children’s theme park where fantasy lives! There’s a smile and adventure around every corner: ride in a pumpkin coach to Cinderella’s Castle, spin through a giant cuckoo clock, tour a farm on a child-sized tractor, and enjoy so many more new—and longtime—favorites. Make memories to last a lifetime with 21 wonderfully themed rides, lively shows, unique playgrounds, friendly storybook characters, and your family. A favorite of parents, grandparents and especially children for over 50 years!
Mt. Washington Auto Road (28 miles)
Route 16, Gorham 03581
www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com
603-466-3988
Rates: $23 car/driver; add'l. adult $8; ages 5-12 $6. Guided Tour: Adults $29; ages 5-12 $12; seniors/military $25
A drive up the Mt. Washington Auto Road is a one-of-a-kind experience. Every time. Encounter ever-changing weather, panoramic views and four climate zones as you climb the highest point in the Northeast. Give your kids a head start on their summer assignment and build memories to last a lifetime. You’ve seen the bumper stickers. Now, discover what all the fuss is about. Drive the Mt. Washington Auto Road.
Route 16, Gorham 03581
www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com
603-466-3988
Rates: $23 car/driver; add'l. adult $8; ages 5-12 $6. Guided Tour: Adults $29; ages 5-12 $12; seniors/military $25
A drive up the Mt. Washington Auto Road is a one-of-a-kind experience. Every time. Encounter ever-changing weather, panoramic views and four climate zones as you climb the highest point in the Northeast. Give your kids a head start on their summer assignment and build memories to last a lifetime. You’ve seen the bumper stickers. Now, discover what all the fuss is about. Drive the Mt. Washington Auto Road.
Clark's Trading Post (35 miles)
110 US Route 3, Lincoln 03251
www.clarkstradingpost.com
603-745-8913
Rates: Ages 3-5 $7; 6-64 $18; 65 & up $16; under 3 free
Welcome to Clark’s—featuring quality family entertainment for over 80 years! Enjoy a trained bear performance, Steam Train ride through Wolfman’s Territory and the amazing Yandong Chinese Acrobatic Troupe. Wolfie’s Segway Park, Merlin’s Mystical Mansion, Water Blaster Boats, Climbing Tower, Tuttle House, Kilburn’s Photo Parlor and incredible Museums will astound you! Don’t miss our Specialty Shops and the largest Gift Shop in the White Mountains. We can BEARLY wait to see you!
110 US Route 3, Lincoln 03251
www.clarkstradingpost.com
603-745-8913
Rates: Ages 3-5 $7; 6-64 $18; 65 & up $16; under 3 free
Welcome to Clark’s—featuring quality family entertainment for over 80 years! Enjoy a trained bear performance, Steam Train ride through Wolfman’s Territory and the amazing Yandong Chinese Acrobatic Troupe. Wolfie’s Segway Park, Merlin’s Mystical Mansion, Water Blaster Boats, Climbing Tower, Tuttle House, Kilburn’s Photo Parlor and incredible Museums will astound you! Don’t miss our Specialty Shops and the largest Gift Shop in the White Mountains. We can BEARLY wait to see you!
Mt. Washington Cog Railway (20 miles)
6 miles off Route 302, Bretton Woods 03575
www.thecog.com
603-278-5404
Rates: Adults $62; ages 4-12 $39; Seniors (65+) $57
Ride to the top of Mt. Washington on the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway—built in 1869! Choose to step aboard new eco-friendly biodiesel or historic coal-fired steam locomotives for a thrilling ride to the Northeast’s highest peak. This 3-hour, round-trip journey now includes more time at the summit to enjoy a free visit to the Observatory Museum. New Audio Tour on each train makes it New England’s most unique vacation experience! Scenic Marshfield Base Station features great views, a Museum with video presentation, Restaurant & Gift Shop.
6 miles off Route 302, Bretton Woods 03575
www.thecog.com
603-278-5404
Rates: Adults $62; ages 4-12 $39; Seniors (65+) $57
Ride to the top of Mt. Washington on the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway—built in 1869! Choose to step aboard new eco-friendly biodiesel or historic coal-fired steam locomotives for a thrilling ride to the Northeast’s highest peak. This 3-hour, round-trip journey now includes more time at the summit to enjoy a free visit to the Observatory Museum. New Audio Tour on each train makes it New England’s most unique vacation experience! Scenic Marshfield Base Station features great views, a Museum with video presentation, Restaurant & Gift Shop.
Whale's Tale Water Park (35 miles)
481 Route 3, Off I-93 Exit 33, Lincoln 03251
www.whalestalewaterpark.net
603-745-8810
Rates: All day $32; under 4 & over 70 free. Free tube usage.
The Whale’s Tale Water Park recently named Best in Class Waterpark in America by Aquatics International Magazine. Whether you’re looking to chill out, thrill out, lay out or play out, you and your family can do that and more! The new Shipwreck Island, our biggest expansion yet, will serve up excitement around every corner. Then slide, swim and splash through the rest of our world-class water park. Later, catch a show on the wave-side stage. Bring the camera to capture the memories as you and your family enjoy New England’s Favorite Water Park!
481 Route 3, Off I-93 Exit 33, Lincoln 03251
www.whalestalewaterpark.net
603-745-8810
Rates: All day $32; under 4 & over 70 free. Free tube usage.
The Whale’s Tale Water Park recently named Best in Class Waterpark in America by Aquatics International Magazine. Whether you’re looking to chill out, thrill out, lay out or play out, you and your family can do that and more! The new Shipwreck Island, our biggest expansion yet, will serve up excitement around every corner. Then slide, swim and splash through the rest of our world-class water park. Later, catch a show on the wave-side stage. Bring the camera to capture the memories as you and your family enjoy New England’s Favorite Water Park!
Conway Scenic Railroad (45 miles)
Route 16 & 302, North Conway 03860
www.conwayscenic.com
603-356-5251
Rates: Adults from $14; ages 4-12 from $10; under 3 & under free in Coach on Valley Train
The “Valley Train” offers departures to Conway and Bartlett, while the “Notch Train” carries passengers through spectacular Crawford Notch and past the finest natural scenery in the entire Northeast. On the “Valley Train” choose Coach, First Class or experience the fun of railroad dining aboard the Dining Car “Chocorua” (reservations suggested). The “Notch Train” offers Coach, First-Class and Dome seating (reservations suggested).
Route 16 & 302, North Conway 03860
www.conwayscenic.com
603-356-5251
Rates: Adults from $14; ages 4-12 from $10; under 3 & under free in Coach on Valley Train
The “Valley Train” offers departures to Conway and Bartlett, while the “Notch Train” carries passengers through spectacular Crawford Notch and past the finest natural scenery in the entire Northeast. On the “Valley Train” choose Coach, First Class or experience the fun of railroad dining aboard the Dining Car “Chocorua” (reservations suggested). The “Notch Train” offers Coach, First-Class and Dome seating (reservations suggested).
Flume Gorge (30 miles)
Route 3, Off I-93 Exit 34A, Franconia 03580
www.flumegorge.com
603-745-8391
Rates: Adults $13; age 6-11 $9; under 5 free. Discovery Pass includes admission to Cannon Tramway and Flume Gorge. Adults: $24; age 6-12: $18
Enjoy a 2-mile self-guided nature walk through the Flume Gorge, a spectacular natural chasm. Along the walk you will discover covered bridges, amazing waterfalls, a scenic pool, and incredible mountain views. Kids can crawl through and explore caves along the way. The Visitor’s Center offers a free 20-minute movie on Franconia Notch State Park, information, gift shop, cafeteria, and interpretive exhibits.
Route 3, Off I-93 Exit 34A, Franconia 03580
www.flumegorge.com
603-745-8391
Rates: Adults $13; age 6-11 $9; under 5 free. Discovery Pass includes admission to Cannon Tramway and Flume Gorge. Adults: $24; age 6-12: $18
Enjoy a 2-mile self-guided nature walk through the Flume Gorge, a spectacular natural chasm. Along the walk you will discover covered bridges, amazing waterfalls, a scenic pool, and incredible mountain views. Kids can crawl through and explore caves along the way. The Visitor’s Center offers a free 20-minute movie on Franconia Notch State Park, information, gift shop, cafeteria, and interpretive exhibits.
Wildcat Mountain Gondola (20 miles)
Route 16, Pinkham Notch 03846
www.skiwildcat.com
603-466-3326
Rates: Adults $15; ages 6-12 $10; under 5 free. ZipRider: All ages: $20, add a 2nd ZipRide for $10.
“#1 scenery in North America!” (SKI Magazine). Experience the ZipRider,™ NH’s newest thrill ride— soar ½ mile over trees, ski trails, and a river at up to 45 mph, while taking in majestic mountain scenery. Then ride the Wildcat Express Gondola Skyride to the 4,062' summit—in 12 minutes! Views of Mt. Washington, Tuckerman Ravine, and Presidential Range offer memories and photo opportunities. Enjoy a lunch n’ ride package and take a picnic with you—walk a mile to Thompson Brook Falls or along part of the Appalachian Trail. Café, 9-hole lift-serviced disc golf, special events all summer. Dog-friendly.
Route 16, Pinkham Notch 03846
www.skiwildcat.com
603-466-3326
Rates: Adults $15; ages 6-12 $10; under 5 free. ZipRider: All ages: $20, add a 2nd ZipRide for $10.
“#1 scenery in North America!” (SKI Magazine). Experience the ZipRider,™ NH’s newest thrill ride— soar ½ mile over trees, ski trails, and a river at up to 45 mph, while taking in majestic mountain scenery. Then ride the Wildcat Express Gondola Skyride to the 4,062' summit—in 12 minutes! Views of Mt. Washington, Tuckerman Ravine, and Presidential Range offer memories and photo opportunities. Enjoy a lunch n’ ride package and take a picnic with you—walk a mile to Thompson Brook Falls or along part of the Appalachian Trail. Café, 9-hole lift-serviced disc golf, special events all summer. Dog-friendly.
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