Whale's Tale Waterpark Only 1/2 hour away, slide, swim and splash your way through a world class waterpark on a hot summer day. Featuring slides and pools for all ages. A must-visit rain or shine! 603-745-8810	Story Land 1 1/2 hours away, but worth the trip, Story Land is the children's theme park where fairy tales come to life. Enjoy 22 wonderfully themed rides including the new Roar-O-Saurus a one-of- a-kind wooden roller coaster that offers children of all ages the experience and memory of riding their first 'big' coaster! 603-383-4186	Santa's Village 1 hour, 15 minutes away, generations of families have enjoyed this magical Christmas theme park. Your day will be filled with exciting rides, great shows, cookies and elves, Santa and his reindeer. Bring your swimsuit and enjoy the HoHoH2O water features and JOYride water slides! One low admission includes unlimited use of all activities for the entire day. It’s Christmas Today at Santa’s Village! 603-586-4445
Polar Caves Park 45 minutes away! A Family Adventure Since 1922. Self-guided cave tours, Nature Trails, Waterfowl and Animal Exhibits, Maple Sugar Museum, the Glacial Boulder Maze, Klondike Mines, and the Polar Mining Expedition Sluice. Experience Nature at her finest. Enjoy the peaceful woodland setting for an hour or a day. Flat-soled walking shoes and outdoor clothing recommended. “Bring your own” Picnic Area. 603-536-1888	Lost River Gorge/Boulder Caves 1/2 hour away, journey to the center of the earth and follow the Lost River to explore jagged rock walls, gigantic boulders, rock-strewn glacial caves, and cascading waterfalls. Complete your experience by panning for fossils and gemstones or a stroll through the nature garden and gift shop. New in 2014: A forest adventure trail, suspension bridge, treehouse, and bird cage overlooks. See why Lost River Gorge is considered one of NH’s greatest natural wonders. 603-745-8031	Fort Jefferson Fun Park 1 hour 15 minutes away, Fort Jefferson is a journey back to the old west. Admission, parking, mini-horse show, frontier show and picnic area are free! Simply purchase rides, waterslides and laser tag with either an all day pass or buy a ride coupon book to pick your rides for a very affordable family outing. Gift shop, snack bar, and gemstone panning are available. 603-586-4592
Flume Gorge 40 minutes away, enjoy a 2-mile self-guided nature walk through the Flume Gorge, a spectacular natural chasm. Along the walk you will discover covered bridges, amazing waterfalls, a scenic pool, and incredible mountain views. Kids can crawl through and explore caves along the way. The Visitor’s Center offers a free 20-minute movie on Franconia Notch State Park, information, gift shop, cafeteria, and interpretive exhibits. 603-745-8391	Clark's Trading Post Only 1/2 hour away, Clark's has been a trusted family theme park since 1928. Check out the Trained Bear Show, a steam train ride on The White Mountain Central through Wolfman's territory, and amazing Circus Acts! Don't miss Wolfie's Segway Park, the new and improved Water Blaster Boats, the Climbing Tower, Incredible Museums, Kilburn's Photo Parlor and River City Mining Co. 603-745-8913	Cannon Aerial Tramway 45 minutes away, the 80-passenger aerial tramway whisks you above timberline to the 4,100-foot summit for outstanding views of the White Mountains and into Maine, Vermont and even Canada. Take as little as an hour or as long as a day to enjoy summit walking paths, an observation deck, cafeterias, swimming at Echo Lake, boat rentals, a free eight-mile recreation path, “Old Man of the Mountain” Museum, and the New England Ski Museum. 603-823-8800
Squam Lakes Science Ctr. 45 minutes away, The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center offers spectacular live animal exhibits, natural science education programs, and lake cruises. A must-see for the curious child in all of us! Enlightened visitors for over forty years about our natural world. 603-968-7194	The Flying Monkey 1/2 hour away, The Flying Monkey Performing Arts Center hosts world-class performers throughout the year. Enjoy your favorite act in an intimate theater, featuring in-theater dining and beverage service for most shows and events. Simply book your seats at one of their premium tables and secure a reservation time either online or by calling their box office. 603-536-2551