Hampton, Colonial town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States.
Located near the Atlantic coast, Hampton features long stretches of beaches, residential neighborhoods, and a central business district at an elevation of 11 meters.
The establishment of Hampton dates back to October 14, 1638, making it among the early settlements in the colonial period of New Hampshire.
The town maintains several historical sites and annual community gatherings that connect residents with their New England heritage and maritime traditions.
Hampton Beach provides numerous public facilities, including parking areas, restrooms, and a network of walking paths along the waterfront.
The town connects directly to multiple sandy beaches where visitors can observe the seasonal migration patterns of various coastal bird species.
Location: Rockingham County
Inception: October 14, 1638
Elevation above the sea: 11 m
Website: http://hamptonnh.gov
GPS coordinates: 42.93750,-70.83889
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:41
Seacoast Region
3.7 km
Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
3.9 km
Hampton Beach State Park
4.8 km
Little Boar's Head Historic District
5.5 km
The Beach Club
7.5 km
Jenness State Beach
8.2 km
Hampton Bridge
5 km
Gilman Garrison House
9.9 km
Fuller Gardens
5.9 km
North Hampton State Beach
5 km
St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea
7.1 km
Gov. Meshech Weare House
3.2 km
New Hampshire Marine Memorial
3.7 km
Benjamin James House
2 km
Unitarian Church
4.2 km
North Hampton Library
4 km
Elijah Locke House
8.2 km
Rye Town Hall
9.7 km
Highland Road Historic District
9.1 km
Samuel Tenney House
9.5 km
North Hampton Town Hall
4.1 km
Kensington Town House
8.7 km
Exeter Waterfront Commercial Historic District
10 km
Woodman Road Historic District
10 km
Kensington Social Library
8.6 km
Reuben Lamprey Homestead
2.3 km
Ioka Theater
10 km
Hampton Falls River Bridge
3.9 kmReviews
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