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New London
Spend a half‑day to a full day in New London, NH – drive in, walk the Main Street and Kearsarge trail, then head on.
New London is a tiny New Hampshire town in the Dartmouth‑Lake Sunapee region. Most visitors arrive by car, park free, and can see the historic centre and hike Kearsarge Mountain in a few hours. No hotels beyond the inn, so one night or a day‑trip fits most itineraries.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Oct (peak foliage)
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited daylight)
- Airport
- MHT
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for New London911 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about New London, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyNew London is a low‑crime small town; typical US safety applies – keep valuables secure, especially in parked cars.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (about 1 h 15 min drive to New London).
- Getting aroundCar is primary; free public parking in town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at Peter Christian's Tavern$2–4
- Street or quick mealSandwich at Peter Christian's Tavern$5–12
- BeerBeer draft at Flying Goose Brew Pub$4–7
- Budget bedNew London Inn room, a night, per roomUS$130
- Mid-range bedNew London Inn room, a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedNew London Inn room, a night, per roomUS$230
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (about 1 h 15 min drive to New London)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Mar
not flagged
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Apr
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
not flagged
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Best: Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C) low), wettest Jun (10 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
New London: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
8 rd
Feb
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
7 rd
Mar
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
8 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Dec
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is primary; free public parking in town. Walking reaches most sights; no local bus service.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kearsarge Mountain
goDoor to door: 30–45 min total
Drive 5 min north on Route 11, park at trailhead
Fall foliage best in October; moderate hike, 2–3 km (1.2–1.9 mi) round‑trip.Fall foliage best in October; moderate hike, 1.2–1.9 mi (2–3 km) round‑trip.
The New London Barn Playhouse
goDoor to door: 5 min
Walk 2 min east on Main St
Summer shows, tickets sell out quickly.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
New London Inn
Historic inn on Main St, $129–225 per night, check‑in 3 PM, checkout 11 AM.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–150 excl. bed
Trip budget
| New London Inn room1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental (compact, 3‑day)2 × US$120 · check | US$240 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$71 |
| Trip total≈ US$391 per person per day, bed included | US$781 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights, car rental and park fees excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Peter Christian's Tavern | $2–4 |
| Sandwich at Peter Christian's Tavern | $5–12 |
| Beer draft at Flying Goose Brew Pub | $4–7 |
| Parking (public) | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No public transit; plan parking.
- Boardwalks at Philbrick‑Cricenti Bog have deep peat – stay on paths.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
US citizens need no visa; for other nationals see /united-states/visa-requirements.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Concord Trailways bus to New London: about $15 one‑way, 2 h (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for New London. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct (peak foliage) · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car‑rental recommendation for visitors flying into Manchester (MHT) – 1 h 15 min drive.
- Create a walking‑tour map of Main St historic sites.
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