Visit These 7 Charming Tea Rooms In New Hampshire For A Piece Of The Past

Coffee might perk you up in the morning, but only tea can make you feel a touch more special than you might otherwise feel Maybe it's the ritual that come with sitting down for afternoon tea. Complete with tiny sandwiches and little desserts, enjoying a few hours with a serving of tea will make you feel like you're just left the palace! Here are just a few places you can sit down enjoy one of our favorite traditions.

1. The Silver Fountain Inn & Tea Parlor, Dover

From Monday through Saturday tea lovers will want to stop in to enjoy either High Tea or Afternoon Tea in this beautifully arranged inn. Make a weekend of it by staying overnight! They've got some wonderful lunch foods, plus truly special desserts. Visit them at: Visit at 103 Silver St., Dover / 603-750-4200.

2. White Heron Tea and Coffee Community, Portsmouth

While it's fun to sit down at this cozy spot for some tea and baked goods, we really like their business actually extends far beyond the brick-and-mortar. They have a thriving business that allows them to ship their own tea blends across the country. But, if you're local, you'll have the good fortune of being able to stop in any time you'd like! Check them out at: 601 Islington St., Unit 103, Portsmouth / 603-294-0270.

3. Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods

Head to the tea room at the Omni Hotel for afternoon tea in the Princess Room on Friday or Saturday at 3 p.m. Enjoy hot cups of tea with some wonderful savory snacks as well. You can find them at: 310 Mount Washington Hotel Rd., Bretton Woods / 800-578-2900.

4. Colby Hill Inn, Henniker

On Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 3-5, visitors can enjoy afternoon tea with tea sandwiches and scones. Consider bringing at least six people and make a reservation - you won't want to risk missing out on a space for the day you'd like to visit. Find them at: 33 The Oaks, Henniker / 603-428-3281.

5. Teatotaller, Somersworth

We love that this place is so eccentric. They blend the traditional tea house with some moder and fun quirky elements to create a space you're going to want to spend hours in. Visit them at: 69 High St., Somersworth / 603841-2545.

6. Apotheca Flower and Tea Shoppe, Goffstown

This tea shop is also a flower shop and an art gallery in one. That means it's easy to lose track of time and enjoy your surroundings. Visit them at: 24C Main St, Goffstown / 603-497-4940.

7. The Cozy Tea Cart, Brookline

For those who take their tea drinking seriously, this is the place for you. Owned by a certified tea specialist (yes, that's a thing!) you'll have the chance to sample and learn about a wide variety of teas. Check them out at: 104A Route 13, Brookline / 603-249-9111.

Still love that morning cup of coffee? Then you'll want to head to one of these 10 unique coffee shops located throughout the state. They might not make you feel like a part of the royal family, but they'll certainly wake you up!