Peterborough is a village in New Hampshire. It was founded in 1760 and has about 6,300 residents.
Understand[edit]
Peterborough appears as a classic small New England town, featured in USA Today as most picturesque and idyllic in the state. It has a charming brick downtown, and is a popular stop on leaf-peeping tours. Its cultural activities attract many throughout the region.
Get in[edit]
Peterborough is located at the crossroads of Routes 101 and 202, and can be reached easily from Montreal, Manchester, or Boston.
Get around[edit]
The easiest way to explore the downtown area is to walk, as it's not very large. There are also bicycle paths and cross-country ski trails that wind along rivers.
See[edit]
Start your tour at the horsehead fountain in front of town hall; just point your phone at the UPC code there to access the guide. Every May Peterborough hosts a Children and the Arts festival, which involves hundreds of schoolchildren and centers around many performing venues. It also has a giant puppet parade. The Thing in the Spring music festival, Broke Arts festival, Wellness Festival and Greenerborough are just a few of the many events you'll find listed in the Monadnock Ledger-Transcript Calendar [formerly dead link].
Do[edit]
- Mount Monadnock. One of the most-climbed mountains in the world, is located in nearby Jaffrey, NH. The hike is quick and views from the top are phenomenal.
- Mariposa Museum, Main Street (across from the Unitarian Church). It features crafts from around the world as well as frequent musical performances.
- The Peterborough Players. Has been putting on plays during the summer months for over a hundred years. James Whitimore was a regular there.
- 1 MacDowell Dam and Recreation Area (From intersection of Rt 101W, turn north on Elm St., left on Main St, drive approx. 1 mile to Wilder St. Drive uphill to dam and parking.). Has a lovely beach and is a good place to relax on a hot summer day. Unfortunately, the town beach at Cunningham Pond is for residents only and your car will be towed if you park there without a sticker. But MacDowell dam is public and free. It has hiking and skiing trails, kayak and fishing boat launch, picnic areas, frisbee and other recreational games. 0$.
Buy[edit]
There are many shops in the downtown area.
- At Wit's End. Has knickknacks and souvenirs.
- Mariposa Museum. Has crafts from around the world.
Eat[edit]
- Harlow's Pub, Grove St. Popular with the locals. It features delicious burritos, sandwiches, and pasta, and has a great atmosphere. Dinners run about $8.
- The Peterborough Diner (Off of School Street). A classic small-town eatery. It makes delicious burgers, fries, and Oreo frappes. A good lunch costs about $8.
- Waterhouse (Depot Square). Lovely bar. Makes delicious gourmet pizzas among other upscale foods. Dinner will cost about $20-42 per person.
- Nonie's, Grove St. Makes the best breakfasts in town and has awesome lunch specials too. It opens at 6 sharp and stays open until 2 or 3. Breakfast is about $7, lunch is a few dollars more.
- Ave Marie's, Grove St. Has great homemade chocolates and ice creams. The ginger ice cream, when they have it, is highly recommended. A medium ice cream is about $3.
Drink[edit]
- Harlow's Pub, Grove St. The best bar in town. They have a wide variety of regional beers and the atmosphere is great on Friday nights.
- [dead link] The Wreck Room, Monadnock Plaza, Peterborough, NH (From the intersection of Rt 101 and 202, go south on 202 toward Jaffrey. The plaza is on your right 1/4 mile from town.). Music venue and bar
Sleep[edit]
- The Jack Daniel's Motor Inn, Concord St. The best place to stay in town.
Go next[edit]
Routes through Peterborough |
Holyoke ← Rindge ← | W ![]() |
→ Hillsborough → Concord |
END ← Keene ← | W ![]() |
→ Milford → Manchester |