Top Portsmouth Cultural Tours

Discover the landscapes of New Hampshire's coast on a small-group bike tour traveling from island to island. Visit New Castle, see the Isle of Shoals, ride across the Piscataqua River, and get views of the Atlantic Ocean. Explore the best of Portsmouth and New Castle while stopping en route to hear some interesting history and storytelling. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour with some hills, varied scenery, and dramatic views.

Tour Highlights • Pedal to Portsmouth’s historic North End, once home to the city’s vibrant “Little Italy” community. • Stop at The Hill, where beautifully saved 18th- and 19th-century homes reveal Portsmouth’s early history of the North End. • Pedal to the peaceful waterfront at Little Harbor and the historic Wentworth‑Coolidge Mansion. • Stop in the gardens and riverfront of Prescott Park and the historic neighborhood of Strawbery Banke Museum, hear stories of the 1623 settlement. • Discover Portsmouth’s tucked-away monument of Major General Fitz John Porter. • Visit the African Burying Ground. • Pedal to the sculpture Endevour at Bohenko Park. Our city tour is guaranteed to satisfy your love of stories, history, and exploration. You and your guide will ride 6-8 miles in under 2 hours through Portsmouth, along the quiet streets and tucked-away neighborhoods, stopping at historic sites and cultural landmarks. A great family-friendly tour, blending history, architecture, and art.

Get more out of your group’s time in Portsmouth with this private bike tour. Covering far more ground than on foot, your guide leads your pedal party to Prescott Park, Great Island Common, and beyond, highlighting key sights along the way. Your guide can customize your trip, guaranteeing a personalized Portsmouth adventure.

Explore Portsmouth, New Hampshire on two wheels with this half-day, self-guided e-bike or bike rental. Choose your own pace and cycle between landmarks at your leisure. See local sites like Prescott Park, Fort Stark State Historic Site, and the Wentworth-Gardner House. Plan your own itinerary and cover ground quickly on a comfortable 7-speed bicycle. This rental includes a map, lock, and helmet.