Lancaster, New Hampshire travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Lancaster is a town in the Great North Region region of New Hampshire.

2 sights · 4 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés

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Best things about Lancaster

Wilder-Holton House

John Wingate Weeks Historic Site & Lodge

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jul–Aug. Summer highs reach about 55°F; winter lows dip to about -3°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Jul. (climate data from nearby Mount Washington State Park)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
LEB Lebanon Municipal Airport, Lebanon — 70 mi away. Directions
BTV Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, Burlington — 78 mi away. Directions
PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 85 mi away (major hub). Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Wilder-Holton House
Lunch The Moonbeam Cafe
Afternoon John Wingate Weeks Historic Site & Lodge
Dinner Lancaster House of Pizza
Evening JL Sullivan's Irish Pub

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder