Settled in 1623, Portsmouth prides itself on being America's third-oldest city. It is located near the mouth of the Piscataqua River, which flows between New Hampshire and Maine. Portsmouth once served as the epicenter for rail and sea industries and the country's first naval shipyard, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard was established in 1800 here. Today, the region is known for its historic charm and for its many restaurants and shopping opportunities in the downtown area.
