Explore the lakeside setting in Amherst
The area's history and culture are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Amherst. Renowned for its wildlife, golfing and lake, this city welcomes all visitors. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Amherst
Do you want to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Amherst a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- LaBelle Winery (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- Mel's Funway Park (8 mi / 12.9 km)
- Stonyfield Farm (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Derryfield Golf Course (13.3 mi / 21.3 km)
- Cyclones Arena (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
- Fun World (13.7 mi / 22 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Amherst
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Amherst is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Baboosic Lake Town Beach (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Silver Lake State Park (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Beaver Brook Reservation (9.7 mi / 15.6 km)
- Mine Falls Park (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Pack Monadnock Mountain (12.8 mi / 20.6 km)
- Nashua River Rail Trail (14.9 mi / 23.9 km)
Transport to and around Amherst
Fly into Nashua, NH (ASH-Nashua Municipal), the closest airport, located 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away.