Hancock Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hancock featuring autumn colours and a lake or waterhole
Hancock showing autumn colours and a lake or waterhole
Hancock featuring autumn colours and a house
Hancock showing autumn colours
Hancock featuring a house

Named after a prominent signer of the Declaration of Independence, it’s fitting that this small New Hampshire town is steeped in history.

Visit Hancock, one of New Hampshire’s oldest towns. It was settled in 1764 and is named in honor of John Hancock, the patriot who played a prominent role in the American Revolution.

Stroll down picturesque Main Street. Buildings lining the street vary from stately brick storefronts to wood-shingled homes, but they have one thing in common: Almost all the buildings on Main Street are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Learn about the area’s rich history at the Hancock Historical Society. Walk through the historic Symonds Home, built in 1808, and explore a collection of antiques and exhibits from the town’s past.

Watch the village unfold before your eyes on the Hancock Town Common. Relax under the gazebo and study the monument honoring those who served in the French and Indian Wars. The green hosts a summer outdoor concert series.

Go fishing or kayaking on Norway Pond. Sunbathe on the small sandy beach or swim out to the dock in warmer months.

Stop at the Hancock Library. Besides housing a robust collection of books, the historic brick building also frequently hosts exhibits from local artists.

Visit the Hancock Inn, New Hampshire’s oldest continually operated inn. It opened its doors in 1789, during the first year of George Washington’s presidency. Eat a delicious dinner or enjoy a cozy stay in one of its historic rooms.

Learn about the importance of protecting the natural world around you at the Harris Center for Conservation Education. The conservation site offers hands-on learning activities and a network of hiking trails. Go birding or pack a picnic to enjoy in the great outdoors.

Take advantage of Hillsborough County’s natural beauty at Seven Maples Campground. Pitch a tent under the stars, swim in the pool or play shuffleboard with fellow campers.

Be enchanted by Hancock in any season, from its colorful fall leaves to its snow-blanketed winters. In under an hour, drive to larger cities such as ManchesterOpens in a new window or ConcordOpens in a new window, the state’s capital.

Best Western Plus Keene Hotel

Best Western Plus Keene Hotel

3 out of 5
401 Winchester St, Keene, NH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.183.798 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp2.183.798
Rp2.369.421 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Keene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great price, clean room, very comfortable King bed. Large TV, A/C worked perfect. Quiet. Nice love seat couch and coffee table made for convenient use plus the desk/chair for laptop use. Plenty of outlets for chargers and plug in devices like a laptop. Close to some very nice restaurants for dinner ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus Keene Hotel
Keene Elm City Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Keene Elm City Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

2.5 out of 5
175 Key Rd, Keene, NH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.818.745 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp1.818.745
Rp1.973.338 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Keene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (858 reviews)
"Newly renovated- new inside"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Keene Elm City Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hampton Inn & Suites Keene

Hampton Inn & Suites Keene

2.5 out of 5
126 Key Rd, Keene, NH
The price is Rp2.439.636 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.439.636
Rp2.646.938 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Keene. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (317 reviews)
Comfortable but not anything special
"Overall the stay was just OK. The room was clean and well equipped. The only thing not working as expected in the room was the sink stopper was broken. The free breakfast was mediocre. The front desk was understaffed but when you finally got attention it was good. The lobby microwave that I used ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Keene
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nordic Village Resort

Nordic Village Resort

3 out of 5
Route 16, Glen, NH
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday home in Glen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,724 reviews)
"The property is nice however the newly renovated was just some new light fixtures and countertops, the carpet looks old and the stairs leading to the master bathroom were creaky and felt loose. The faucet in the master bathroom was loose and the shower and tub are both really old. Was expecting a ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Nordic Village Resort
InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook

InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook

3 out of 5
33 Brookline Rd., Lincoln, NH
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Lincoln. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (790 reviews)
"A fantastic family location in the great white mountains"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook
White Mountain Cottages

White Mountain Cottages

3 out of 5
2406 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH
Stay at this 3-star cabin in North Conway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Conway Scenic Railway and Cranmore Mountain ...
8/10 Very Good! (49 reviews)
"A little outdated but overall an adorable stay in a great location. Was slightly confused by the check-in process (there is no front desk on site) and instructions are communicated via text. A/C took a while to cool the room down, bathroom is a bit small, and the pool was dirty (we skimmed it ourselves!) ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

White Mountain Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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