Walpole, New Hampshire

Nestled in the Connecticut Valley of south western New Hampshire, Walpole is one of New England's prettiest villages. Many of its beautiful and historic buildings have been restored by its residents, so today's town looks much as it did years ago. Walk the village streets, visit the shops (including Walpole Artisans), farms, galleries and history museum. Be sure to check out the Walpole Creamery, Walpole Artisans, Burdick's Chocolate shop, and the Hooper Golf Course!

Keene, New Hampshire

Located 30 minutes from North Walpole, Keene is home to plenty of shopping centers (no sales tax!), breweries, and local eateries.

Hanover, New Hampshire

Home of the one and only Dartmouth College, Hanover is located an hour from North Walpole and is full of culture, food, shops, and live music.

Bellows Falls, Vermont

Located a hop, skip, and a jump from North Walpole, Bellows Falls is an old mill town with picturesque views of the Connecticut River and Fall Mountain. Enjoy easy walks through the Village and hike surrounding mountain trails.

Grafton, Vermont

Located 30 minutes from North Walpole, Grafton is a quaint, quintessential Vermont village. Spend a day hiking and strolling the town's shops, galleries, and museums.

Brattleboro, Vermont

Located 30 minutes from North Walpole, the one and only Brattleboro in the country is a funky little town where you can rent kayaks and paddle around the Connecticut River, spend time at the Marina restaurant, or explore the towns museums, shops, local eateries, breweries, and distilleries.

Bromley, Vermont

Located about an hour from North Walpole, Bromley Mountain is a great place to spend the day riding on the Alpine Slide, climbing the rock wall, playing mini golf, or enjoying many of the other outdoor attractions offered.

Montpelier, Vermont

Located an hour and a half from North Walpole, Montpelier provides small town charm with big city flavor. It is America's smallest Capital City and is proud to be the only state capital without a Walmart, McDonalds, or a Starbucks. Outstanding outdoor recreation is within minutes of the downtown. The crown jewel is the impeccably restored State House - one of the oldest and best preserved in the country. Linger at independently-owned shops offering books, records, clothing, fine crafts and pastries, or dine in one of the many farm-to-table restaurants, craft beer bars, and cafes.

Waterbury and Stowe, Vermont

Located two hours from North Walpole, Waterbury is home to the one and only Ben and Jerry's, where you can embark on a factory tour and enjoy free samples! Waterbury, and neighboring town, Stowe, are home to disc golf courses, breweries, shopping, and eateries.

Burlington, Vermont

Located two hours from North Walpole, Burlington, Vermont is a fun college town on the shores of Lake Champlain with lots of places to eat, drink, and enjoy live music.

Other VT attraction ideas

Other NH attraction ideas

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