Things to do in Maine

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Northeast Harbor which includes autumn leaves, forests and a pond
Bradbury Mountain State Park featuring a small town or village, fall colors and landscape views
Cadillac Mountain which includes a sunset, landscape views and mountains
Bradbury Mountain State Park
Maine showing food and interior views as well as an individual male

Maine Attractions

If you're ready to hit the streets of Maine, sign up for a few of the top tours & day trips on offer, and let a friendly guide show you some of the most popular attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {58 fun activities in Maine fun activities in Maine} are also worth checking out.



Maine must see attractions

1. Acadia National Park

Travel to Maine’s rocky Mount Desert Island to visit Acadia National Park. Here you’ll find a forested wilderness overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and meet hardy northern New Englanders who welcome you to join in their community activities.
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Acadia National Park featuring signage and forest scenes

2. Ogunquit Beach

Smell the salt air and walk with the sand beneath your feet at Ogunquit Beach. The beach lies between the Atlantic Ocean and the Ogunquit River. It is within convenient walking distances from the town center. Explore its 3.5 miles (5.6 kilometers) of shoreline and enjoy the sea and surf.
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Ogunquit Beach showing a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach

3. Marginal Way

Set between land and sea, Marginal Way is a 1.25-mile (2-kilometer) cliff walk between Ogunquit Beach and Perkins Cove. Watch Atlantic Ocean waves crashing into the rocks and spraying the tide pools beside the path, while surfers and divers venture out into the salty water. Considered one of the most walkable communities in Maine, Ogunquit is understandably proud of this scenic coastal path. The land for the walkway was donated to the community by Josiah Chase Jr. in 1925.
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Marginal Way

4. Perkins Cove

If you want to experience an authentic Maine fishing village, visit Perkins Cove. In this enclave of Ogunquit, located just south of the town center, explore an array of shops, restaurants and scenic walking routes.
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Perkins Cove which includes a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people

5. LL Bean Flagship Store

Visit the L.L. Bean Flagship Store to experience some of Mainers’ nature-loving spirit, with near-endless retail space catering to every outdoor activity imaginable, plus numerous special entertainment and educational attractions. For classic clothes and home goods, as well as fishing, boating, hunting, biking and skiing gear, make this a one-stop shop to outfit your Maine adventure.
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LL Bean Flagship Store featuring a pond and interior views as well as a family

6. Dock Square

To best appreciate the ambiance of Kennebunkport, visit Dock Square, an eclectic collection of historic fishing shacks that now house inviting art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. The renovated shacks sit on wharves that jut out over the Kennebunk River. Try to envision the bustling wharf in the 1800s, when it operated as a busy shipbuilding port. You’ll see evidence of the fine mansions built by sea captains; many of these are now stately inns.
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Dock Square

What to do in Maine

Free Things to Do in Maine

There's no need to give your credit card a workout in Maine. The following won't cost a red cent.

Abbot Evangelical Free Church - Do a bit of quiet reflection and find out a thing or two about this site's spiritual importance.

Barrows Falls Trail - You're certain to feel connected with Mother Earth at this picturesque place.

Things to Do in Maine with Kids

Maine boasts loads of nearby fun activities for you and your kids. Our family friendly experiences will keep the gang happy for days.


 

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Maine

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Maine

State Street Church

Downtown Portland

4.5/5(326 area reviews)

Known for its culinary delights, inspiring art and live music, the heart of Maine’s largest city is an exciting location.

Downtown Portland
Old Port featuring a bay or harbor

Old Port

4.5/5(473 area reviews)

Cobblestone streets, 19th-century brick buildings, and fishing piers define this district, offering boutiques, restaurants, and bars. Explore Post Office Park, Tommy's Park with its large mural, and stroll the Eastern Promenade Trail to East End Beach.

Old Port
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Wells Beach

A top family destination in southern Maine, this beach offers a long sandy stretch, dunes, sea grass and Atlantic Ocean waters for swimming, playing and relaxing.

Wells Beach
Bar Harbor showing landscape views, a bay or harbor and wildflowers

Downtown Bar Harbor

If you're spending some time in Downtown Bar Harbor, Village Green and Criterion Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Bar Harbor
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Goose Rocks Beach

Goose Rocks Beach might not have many top sights, but Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Goose Rocks Beach
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Back Cove

While Back Cove might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hadlock Field and Portland Exposition Building.

Back Cove

 

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Popular day trips from Maine

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Maine on a sunny day?
A Ultimate Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour is the perfect way to discover the area and make the most of the weather.
What should I not miss in Maine?
Don't head home without crossing off the following inspiring sights:

  • Portland Head Light
  • Portland Museum of Art
  • University of Southern Maine
  • Victoria Mansion

Are there cheap things to do in Maine?
A Ultimate Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour guarantees an incredible time without breaking the bank.
What can you do in Maine for free?
You could leave your credit card in the hotel safe for the day, because these top attractions won't cost you a cent:

  • University of Southern Maine
  • Ogunquit Beach
  • Maine Mall
  • Moosehead Lake

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