If you go to Concord, N.H.
If you go . . .
Where to stay
Centennial Hotel
96 Pleasant St., Concord, N.H.
603-227-9000
The sprawling Victorian, with two turrets and 32 rooms, has a surprising contemporary vibe, one of the best restaurants in town (see below), and an inviting lounge, $149-$189.
Residence Inn
91 Hall St.
603-226-0012
www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/travel/mhtcr-residence-inn-concord
For a home-away-from-home feel, consider these modern and spacious suites, with full kitchens and an indoor saltwater pool, about $134-$179.
Where to eat
The Granite Room
Centennial Hotel
Red leather banquettes, black woodwork, and white linen tablecloths set the mood for chef Corey Fletcher’s sophisticated New American fare, $16-$34.
The Barley Room
132 North Main St.
603-228-6363
Great service, friendly atmosphere, and food that is several notches above standard bar grub, $8-$16.
Angelina’s
11 Depot St.
603-228-3313
This sweet, intimate restaurant serves up traditional dishes like veal piccata, fettuccine al fredo, and penne Bolognese, $13.95-$21.95.
What to do
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
2 Institute Drive
603-271-7827
Adults $9, children ages 3-12 $6, students ages 13 through college $8.
Susan N. McLane Audubon Center
84 Silk Farm Road
603-224-9909
Free
New Hampshire State House
107 North Main St.
603-271-2154
www.ci.concord.nh.us/tourdest/statehs/
Free
Museum of New Hampshire History
6 Eagle Square
603-228-6688
Adults $5.50, ages 6-18 $3.
Red River Theatres
11 South Main St.
603-224-4600
Event prices vary.
2013 Svedka Ice Bar
Bedford Village Inn
2 Olde Bedford Way
Bedford, N.H.
603- 472-2001
Jan. 29-Feb. 2, $5.
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