---
id: "15788"
name: Independence Byway
distance: "21"
duration: You could pass this route in two or three hours, but it's much better to plan for more so you can enjoy it fully.
description: This 21-mile-long route is almost overloaded with history. To begin with, the town of Hampton was settled in 1638; the settlement of the other towns on the route followed close behind. The resultant architecture is charming and captivating.
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websites:
  - url: https://www.visitnh.gov/things-to-do/scenic-drives/american-independence-byway
    name: New Hampshire Travel Guide
attractions:
  - url: https://www.independencemuseum.org
    name: American Independence Museum
designations:
  - New Hampshire State Scenic Byway
states:
  - NH
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This 21-mile long route is almost overloaded with history. To begin with, the city of Hampton was settled in 1638; and the settlement of the other towns on the route followed close behind. The resultant architecture is captivating.

The city of Exeter was the state's capital during the War of Independence and accommodates the American Independence Museum and the Phillips Exeter Academy. There are certainly also quite a lot of very early residences (such as the Gilman Garrison) that are open to visit in the summer.