Overview
Rochester is a city in New Hampshire.
3 sights
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Best things about Rochester
Rochester Historical Society and Museum
Rochester Opera House
Rochester Common
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 80°F; winter lows dip to about 16°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Dec. (climate data from nearby Seacoast)
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.
- PSM Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, Portsmouth — 17 mi away. Directions
- MHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, Manchester — 35 mi away. Directions
- PWM Portland International Jetport, Portland — 41 mi away (major hub). Directions
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 Rochester Opera House, Rochester Common
- Afternoon Rochester Historical Society and Museum
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Map
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See
See Rochester Common
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My experience
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