The Maine Beaches Visitor Guide 2019 Visitor's Guide to The Maine Beaches | Page 4

WELCOME
If you haven’t made a solid plan to fill your time in The Maine Beaches, there is no
time like the present. Merge into a slower lane, assume a leisurely pace, and look for
ways to incorporate the ideas shared in this guide into your Maine Beaches vacation.
Take a trip to our region’s iconic lighthouses. Watch fireworks from the beach or head
out for some fun at the Pier at Old Orchard Beach.
There is so much
more to do in the
Maine Beaches than
you ever imagined.
Shoppers will be delighted to learn about Maine’s best outlet shopping in Kittery.
If you are looking for some art to bring home, visit the galleries and boutiques
throughout The Kennebunks. There are plentiful museums and attractions just
waiting to be explored. As day becomes night, dine out, find an entertaining
evening performance or head to an event for the whole family. You can even enjoy
a night out at the theater.
Family attractions here range from classic arcade-style fun on the boardwalk
to a day at the waterparks or the challenge of a round or two of mini-golf. Find
new ways to enjoy The Maine Beaches from different perspectives. Explore the
salt marsh trails and some of our nation’s earliest homes, or climb to the top of
York’s Mount Agamenticus for the longer view of things. Maybe head out onto the
water for a sightseeing or sunset cruise.
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We all know that fishing is fun, but catching is even better. Try a chartered fishing
excursion, catch sight of some whales and harbor seals, or tour the region’s five
lighthouses as they are meant to be seen. A day on the water will truly add more
to your Maine Beaches trip.
Of course, all of this comes in addition to Maine’s most breathtaking beaches—
enduring attractions for generations of visitors. Need a hand picking one? Use our
beach chart on page 30 to choose the perfect beach for you.
We also know you have come to eat, and The Maine Beaches is jam-packed with
wind-weathered lobster shacks, trendy brewpubs, and down-home Maine spots. It’s
an eclectic mix of everything from world-renowned french fries to fabulous four-star
restaurants. And then there is the lobster—no matter how you crack ‘em open, Maine
lobster is unbeatable. Love to cook on vacation? You’ll be delighted to know that we
offer dozens of specialty stores, year-round farmers’ markets, and local shops that
bring the world of food right to our doorstep. Everything here is incredibly fresh, so
bring your appetite and make sure you leave room for more.
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For more about vacationing in the region visit TheMaineBeaches.com.
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