When you live in Hampton, you’ll be living in a beautiful New England community rich in history, culture, and nightlife. Located in Rockingham County, the city was one of four state townships chartered by the General Court of Massachusetts. A thriving business district – dotted with banks, restaurants, and specialty service shops – is located along State Route 1, making it easy to run errands all in one place.
Hampton is the 16th largest city in New Hampshire, encompassed by great beaches that draw tourists. Hampton Beach is great for surfing or relaxation, with restaurants, shops, and the Explore the World Oceanarium in walking distance of the tide.
Most of the enthralling history of Hampton is revealed through colorful exhibits at the Tuck Museum on Park Avenue. Here, visitors can learn about the city’s beginnings as a small farming town to the versatile beach destination it has become today.