Portsmouth: Local Brews and Ocean Views

A small New Hampshire town with a big personality

July 22, 2016
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Portsmouth, New HampshireDiners at the River House restaurant enjoy an azure view of the Piscataqua River at dusk.
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downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire

A jogger makes his way through the brick building–lined streets of downtown Portsmouth.

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an aerial in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

An aerial view of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, a charming seacoast town

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a kayaker in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

A kayaker paddles through Portsmouth's calm waters, leaving silky ripples in his wake.

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a bookstore in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Patrons of Portsmouth Book & Bar relax in comfy chairs with steamy cups of coffee. True to its name, the restaurant’s menu also offers a selection of beer.

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boats in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Boats boasting names like Double Trouble float in Portsmouth's harbor.

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fishing cages in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Wiry fishing cages used to trap fresh catches are stacked on Portsmouth's docks.

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Redhook Ale Brewery in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Patrons of Redhook Brewery Portsmouth relax at the bar.

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Redhook Ale Brewery in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Redhook Brewery Portsmouth offers walking tours and beer samples.

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downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Beer flows and music fills the air as the sun sets in downtown Portsmouth.

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tugboats in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Diners at Portsmouth, New Hampshire's Old Ferry Landing restaurant enjoy a bite to eat and a quaint waterfront view.

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