Is there anything better than taking a long, relaxing drive that ends with a cool and creamy treat? How about chasing down the best ice cream that the Granite State has to offer? New Hampshire's bursting with ice cream shops that serve tasty treats. Fill up the car with your family and hit the road on this trail that will let you sample some of the best ice cream in New Hampshire.
For directions and exact addresses, view a Google Map of the drive here.
1. Memories Ice Cream, Kingston
Come to this converted dairy barn for delicious homemade ice cream. Take it back to your car, or grab a seat on the charming covered porch. Worried you might have an ice cream craving later in the day or the week? You can also buy containers of ice cream and ice cream sandwiches to take home. Enjoy a cone on a hot summer evening at 95 Exeter Road Kingston, NH 03848.
Click here for the official website of Memories Ice Cream.
2. Lago's Ice Cream, Rye
Lago's in Rye is a perpetual favorite. Stop by for a wide variety of homemade flavors - from orange pineapple and maple walnut to Oreo and strawberry. Have your ice cream scooped in a scrumptious dipped cone. Don't forget to check out the frappes, ice cream sodas, and Polar Joes. Visit at 71 Lafayette Rd Rye, NH. Click here for the official website of Lago's Homemade Ice Cream.
3. Annabelle's Natural Ice Cream, Portsmouth
Annabelle's Ice Cream is wildly popular in Portsmouth - so much so that it's distributed to several other ice cream shops and restaurants in New England. You'll want to come here for the full menu of standard and seasonal flavors, ranging from the classics to special treats like Caribbean Coconut and Cashew Caramel Cluster. All flavors are made from only the highest quality natural ingredients. Dig in at 49 Ceres Street Portsmouth, NH 03801. Click here for the official website of Annabelle's Natural Ice Cream.
4. Lone Oak Ice Cream, Rochester
Lone Oak serves up delicious, classic ice cream made right on site. They're also known for fantastic lobster rolls. Try one at 175 Milton Road, Rochester, NH 03868. Click here for the official website of Lone Oak Ice Cream.
5. Jordan's Ice Creamery, Belmont
Jordan's has long been a Lakes Region favorite for its delicious homemade treats and classic charm. Try your ice cream in one of their homemade waffle cones! Don't forget to check out the rest of the menu, too, that includes flurries, ice cream sandwiches, and sundaes. Stop by at 894 Rt 106 N Belmont, NH 03220. Click here for the official website of Jordan's Ice Creamery.
6. Sanctuary Dairy Farm Ice Cream, Sunapee
A longtime family favorite, this Sunapee dairy farm churns up ice cream using cream from their own cows. Choose from such scrumptious flavors as apple pie, butter pecan, and lemon cookie. Once you've finished your cone, you can visit the animals. Stop by at 209 Route 103, Sunapee, NH 03782. Click here for the official website of Sanctuary Dairy Farm Ice Cream.
Who do you think serves the best ice cream in New Hampshire? Let us know in the comments! Then see if you agree that these are 10 of the best ice cream shops in New Hampshire.
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