Quick Summary:

  • Nestled in the heart of the White Mountains, the little village of Franconia is one of New Hampshire's hidden gems.
  • No matter what the time of year, the surrounding mountains are undoubtedly the biggest attraction; visitors can swim in the beautiful Echo Lake, zip up to the top of Cannon Mountain in an aerial tramway, or hike through the magnificent Flume Gorge in Franconia Notch State Park.
  • When you've had enough of the great outdoors for the day, you can stop by one of the town's cozy English-style pubs for a hearty meal and a cold drink.


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1. Flume Gorge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Flume Gorge | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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2. Franconia Notch State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Franconia Notch State Park | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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3. Cannon Mountain

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Cannon Mountain | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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4. Old Man of the Mountain Profile Plaza

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Old Man of the Mountain Profile Plaza | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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5. The Frost Place

The Frost Place | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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6. New England Ski Museum

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New England Ski Museum | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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7. Franconia Notch Recreation Path

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Franconia Notch Recreation Path | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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8. Horse and Hounds Inn

Horse and Hounds Inn | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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9. Franconia Inn

Franconia Inn | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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10. Lovetts Inn

Lovetts Inn | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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11. Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway

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Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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12. Besaw Iron Furnace Interpretive Center

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Besaw Iron Furnace Interpretive Center | Attractions in Franconia, New Hampshire
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